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Saturday, August 20, 2011

Recomended Books

The value of a good book is never known until you need it.  An extensive sorce library is essential to any costumer.
The following list will be added onto as time allows (If you purchase them through this collection it will help support the blog)
Please feel free to contact me with your suggestions.

20,000 Years of Fashion: The History of Costume and Personal Adornment by Francois Boucher
  An essential basic Book.

From the Neck Up: An Illustrated Guide to Hatmaking by Denise Dreher
  The all time best hat book.

Historical Encyclopedia of Costumes by A. Racinet
  Great source for ethnic looks.

The Book of Costume by Millia Davenport
  Sometimes hard to find but wonderful photos of original sources.

Historic Costume for the Stage by Lucy Barton
  Not a lot of Illastrations but some great referances, Charts of shows by time period. 

Costumers Handbook
    A classic basic book by Ingham and Covey

The Costume Technician's Handbook: A Complete Guide for Amateur andPro.
  How to book for costume construction and accessories.

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