Fairchild's Dictionary of Fashion

Purchased subject book as Christmas gift for adult daughter who is into vintage clothing. She likes it very much

I'm a fashion freak, and interested in fashion design, so this book is very useful to me. I can look up all of the design terminology and see what different things mean. I'm also interested in fashion writing/journalism, so it's nice to be able to use the correct terminology when writing about fashion. If you are in the fashion industry, plan on working in fashion, or just love fashion, this is useful to have.

As an online clothing seller, particularly of womens plus-size vintage, this book has been an invaluable guide to a multitude of terms, styles, and fabrics. It has saved me hours of research. My only complaint is that if you don't know the name of what you are looking for, it can take a bit of time to find the definition. Otherwise, five stars!

This is the ultimate resource for a student of costume and fashion design, the key for readers of all levels to decode the jargon that fills this profession's books. The organization is impeccable, the language clear and concise, and the rare but sufficient pictures are crisply adept at illustrating the necessary word or concept. It covers everything from names of period pieces, accessories, and undergarments to modern terms in the fashion world. It has everything you'd need.

A thorough, detail-packed reference book that's invaluable for anyone connected with the fashion industry. We have found it to be the best "first place to turn" for terms and descriptions that add insight and excitement to the marketing messages we create for our fashion clients.