by Stephanie Pedersen · David & Charles · tapa dura · ISBN 9780715324950
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«Handbags: What Every Woman Should Know», by Stephanie Pedersen, is an illustrated history of handbags (David & Charles, hardcover, 128 pages).
The book traces the evolution of the handbag from early animal-skin pouches to the designs of today's fashion houses. It includes archival photographs and vintage advertisements, and mentions brands such as Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Hermès, Prada, Louis Vuitton and Marc Jacobs, explaining how the handbag has become an object of desire.
The edition includes 218 illustrations, 120 in color, and an index. The original edition is dated September 30, 2006.
Aimed at fashion enthusiasts and those interested in the cultural history of the accessory, with an accessible and highly visual approach.
