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Download or read book Dressing Barbie written by Carol Spencer and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2019-03-19 with total page 245 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A legendary fashion designer for Barbie shares the story of her adventures working behind-the-scenes at Mattel, and spotlights the creations that transformed the world’s most famous doll into a style icon in this beautifully designed book—published in commemoration of Barbie’s sixtieth anniversary—illustrated with 100 full-color photographs, including many never-before-seen images of rare and one-of-a-kind pieces from the author’s private archive. Dressing Barbie is a dazzling celebration of the clothes that made America’s favorite doll, and the incredible woman behind them. For thirty-five years, Carol Spencer enjoyed an unparalleled reign as a Barbie fashion designer, creating some of Barbie’s most iconic looks from the early 1960s until the late 1990s. Barbie’s wide-ranging wardrobe—including princess gowns and daisy-print rompers, flirty sundresses and smart pantsuits— combined fashion trends and haute couture with a liberal dose of fantasy. In Dressing Barbie, the successful and prolific designer reminisces about her time at Mattel working with legendary figures such as Ruth Handler, Barbie’s creator, and Charlotte Johnson, the original Barbie designer, and talks about her best and most beloved clothing designs from each decade. But Carol’s most impressive creation is her own life. As Handler famously said, “Barbie always represented the fact that a girl has choices”—a credo Carol epitomized. In Dressing Barbie, she talks candidly about how she broke free of the constraints of the late 1950s to pursue a dazzling career and an independent life for herself. Over the course of her successful and prolific career, Carol won many accolades. She was the first designer to have her signature on the doll, the first to go on a signing tour, the first to design a limited-edition Barbie Doll for collectors, and the designer of the biggest selling Barbie of all time. Now, Carol is the first member of the inner circle to take fans behind the pink curtain, revealing the fashion world of Barbie, the quintessential California girl, as never before.
Book Synopsis Sewing Clothes for Barbie by : Annabel Benilan
Download or read book Sewing Clothes for Barbie written by Annabel Benilan and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2018-02-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sew Barbie this cute wardrobe of 24 stylish outfits. Sew clothes for every day or create outfits for special occasions. The detailed explanations are accompanied by step-by-step diagrams and real-size patterns. Sew Barbie this cute wardrobe of 24 stylish outfits. Sew clothes for every day: jeans and a tie-waist shirt for a picnic in the country, a fleecy jumper and pants for skiing, a bikini, towel and sunhat for the beach or dungarees for DIY. Or create outfits for special occasions, such as a floral cocktail dress, A-line wedding dress or a formal lacy dress for the theater. And why not dip into the dressing-up box with fairy, mermaid and superwoman costumes? The detailed explanations are accompanied by step-by-step diagrams and real-size patterns, which can be adapted for petite, curvy, tall or original Barbie. The techniques used are simple and the outfits can be sewn by hand or on the machine. These are ideal projects for upcycling old clothes or making use of scraps of fabric from your stash.
Book Synopsis Barbie Doll Fashion: 1975-1979 by : Sarah Sink Eames
Download or read book Barbie Doll Fashion: 1975-1979 written by Sarah Sink Eames and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complete history of the wardrobes of Barbie doll, her friends and her family 1959-1974.
Book Synopsis Barbie Boutique by : Annabel Benilan
Download or read book Barbie Boutique written by Annabel Benilan and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2021-05-11 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sew 15 fabulous outfits for all types of Barbie dolls and 5 for Ken with easy-to-stitch full-size patterns included. Sew Barbie this cute wardrobe of 15 stylish outfits and 5 amazing outfits for Ken! For Barbie, there are outfits for shopping and gardening as well as special occasions. Turn her into a princess, a prom queen, a figure skater or a kigurumi character, or dress her up in a Halloween or rock star costume! Barbie's stylish companion Ken can be a prince or a sportsman. He can accompany Barbie to the prom wearing his tuxedo, or join her on the catwalk in his fashion outfit. The detailed instructions are accompanied by step-by-step diagrams and real-size patterns suitable for petite, curvy, tall or original Barbie. Using simple techniques and either hand or machine sewing, these fun projects are ideal for upcycling old clothes or making use of scraps of fabric from your stash.
Book Synopsis Barbie Doll and Me by : Nicky Epstein
Download or read book Barbie Doll and Me written by Nicky Epstein and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What girl doesn't want to dress just like her favorite doll? Epstein, one of today's hottest knitwear designers, has come up with a new twist: matching ensembles for Barbie and her young owners, too. They're enjoyable to knit, make great gifts, and even beginning knitters can complete many of these 20 fun garments and accessories. Choose from colorful everyday clothing and "fantasy" wear, including tankinis, sweater and hat sets, a go-go dress, flower-power poncho, fairy costume, tutu, and more. There are even some patterns for adults, and for male admirers.
Download or read book Doll Fashion Studio written by Joan Hinds and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2012-12-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make adorable outfits for an entire year of fun adventures and special occasions! • 20 fully illustrated seasonal outfits with easy-to-follow instructions. • 3 pattern sheets featuring 100 full-size patterns. • Bonus! 8 simple accessory projects for young beginners. • Tips from the author for making simple pattern alterations.
Book Synopsis Collector's Encyclopedia of Barbie Doll Exclusives and More by : J. Michael Augustyniak
Download or read book Collector's Encyclopedia of Barbie Doll Exclusives and More written by J. Michael Augustyniak and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Collector Books is proud to release the second edition of this book, now including all Barbie exclusives produced and discovered by collectors since 1997. This all-in-one resource features over 1,800 vibrant color photos of Barbie exclusives with close-ups of each doll and descriptions. This encyclopedia includes the unusual and rare ultra-limited Jubilee series of dolls, the porcelain and vinyl dolls produced for Disney, the complete Barbie Festival collection, every national Barbie doll Collectors' Convention set, a spectacular collection of one-of-a-kind Barbie dolls auctions by Mattel for charity, and much more. 8.5 x 11. 2002 values.
Download or read book Barbie written by Laura Jacobs and published by Artabras Publishers. This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Updated to include the 1990s, this landmark edition of the ultimate Barbie photo shoot presents the full range of this trendsetting doll's nineties wardrobe, in addition to highlights from 1959 through 1989. 276 color illustrations.
Book Synopsis Barbie Mix & Match Fashions by : Rita Balducci
Download or read book Barbie Mix & Match Fashions written by Rita Balducci and published by Reader's Digest. This book was released on 1999-09-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Combines photos to create new costumes
Download or read book On Fashion written by Shari Benstock and published by Rutgers University Press. This book was released on 1994 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Barbie Magazine and the aesthetic commodification of girls' bodies (I.M. O'Sickey). This year's girl: a personal/critical history of Twiggy (L. B. DeLibero). A woman's two bodies: fashion magzines, consumerism and feminism (L.W. Rabine). No bumps, no excrescences: Amelia Earhart's failed flight into fashions (K. Jay). Sonia Rykiel in traslation (H. Cixous). From Celebration (S. Rykiel). Off the (W)rack: fashion and pain in the work of Diane Arbus (C. Shloss). An erotics of representation: fashioning the icon with Man Ray (M.A. Caws). Seduction and elegance: the new woman of fashion in silent cinema (M. Turim). Madonna, fashion and identity (D. Kellner). Fragments of a fashionable discourse (K. Silverman). Womenrecovering our clothes (I.M. Young). Fashion and the homospectatorial look (D. Fuss). Terrorist chic: style and domination in contemporary Ireland (C. Herr). Paris or perish : the plight of the latin american indian in a westernized world (B. Brodman). Tribalism in effect (A. Ross).
Download or read book Barbie Forever written by Robin Gerber and published by Epic Ink. This book was released on 2019-09-24 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Barbie Forever: Her Inspiration, History, and Legacy presents a detailed, fully authorized portrait of this beloved doll through all-new interviews, original sketches, vintage photos, advertisements, and much more—including a foreword by Olympic fencing medalist Ibtihaj Muhammad. A double-sided foldout timeline showcases important moments in Barbie history. Explore how the doll came to be, what it takes to create one of her many looks, and how her legacy continues to influence the world. Since her debut in 1959, Barbie has been breaking boundaries and highlighting major moments in art, fashion, and culture. She has been an interpreter of taste and style in every historic period she has lived through and has reflected female empowerment through the more than 200 careers she has embodied. Today, an international icon, Barbie continues to spark imaginations and influence conversations around the world. Barbie Forever is a vibrant celebration for the "Barbie Girl" in all of us.
Book Synopsis Barbie as a Fashion Icon by : AQEEL AHMED
Download or read book Barbie as a Fashion Icon written by AQEEL AHMED and published by AQEEL AHMED. This book was released on 2023-10-14 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In short: A six-year-old girl named Lily lived in the busy town of Glamour Ville. She was crazy about fashion, which showed in her huge heart. Lily would run from school to her bedroom every day, where her most-loved things were kept: her Barbie toys. These weren't any dolls; they were Barbies, the fashion icons whose beautiful style and ease had inspired generations. For as long as Lily could remember, she had been collecting Barbies, each one had its own story and outfit. Lily's grandmother, Grandma Rose, walked into her room one fateful afternoon. In her own time, Grandma Rose was known for having great style. She had a special treat in store for Lily. She showed her that Barbie was more than just a toy; she was a style icon. Lily was interested and asked Grandma Rose to explain. Grandma Rose then told the story of Barbie's interesting life, including how Ruth Handler made her and how her goal is to encourage girls to dream big and believe in themselves. Lily was very open to new ideas, and Barbie's reputation as a leader who sparked new careers and fashions around the world had a big effect on her. It got Lily's attention, and she wanted to know more about what Barbie wore. Grandma Rose painted a lively picture of Barbie's wide range of clothes, which included everything from fancy ball gowns to useful business clothes. Barbie had turned into a pilot, a doctor, a scientist, and many other things, showing girls that they could do anything they set their minds to. Lily was very interested in the idea of becoming a fashion star like Barbie. Her grandmother praised her and told her that playing with Barbie dolls and putting on fashion shows in her bedroom were the start of her own fashion business. Lily set out to make her Barbie dolls into the most stylish and powerful fashion stars in Glamour Ville, driven by her newfound desire to succeed. She learned about great designers and fashion history, and then she started making tiny couture clothes for her toys. With a sewing machine, model, and sketches of her newest designs on the walls, her bedroom was turned into a busy fashion studio. People noticed Lily's drive and skill. She was asked to show off her designs for Barbie dolls at Glamourville's Annual Fashion Gala. This was a big deal for her folks. Lily's Barbie dolls walked the stage at the Fashion Gala, and the crowd was amazed by how creative and different they looked. Lily stood at her display and was moved to tears by the cheers and praise. Fashion designers, the media, and famous people praised her, amazed by her skills and determination. Lily's love of fashion grew over the years, and she finally went to design school and became a famous fashion designer in Glamour Ville. Her beloved Barbie dolls had always given her ideas, and she thought that her success was due to the lessons she had learned from Grandma Rose and her dolls. One day, Lily got a special letter inviting her to the Barbie Fashion Institute. There, she would work with the real Barbie on a fashion line. When Lily worked with Barbie to make a line that combined Barbie's classic style with Lily's modern designs, she reached her goal in full circle. The selection was a big deal all over the world, giving young girls and fashion fans ideas. Lily's experience made her want to help young designers-to-be. She does this by showing them how important it is to be inspired, believe in themselves, and remember that goals can come from strange places, like favorite childhood toys like Barbie. Lily carried on Barbie's tradition as a fashion icon. She is a symbol of how icons last, how powerful dreams can be, and how young girls can be anything they want to be. Story Starts Hear: A long time ago, there was a girl named Lily who lived in the busy town of Glamour Ville. She loved clothes so much that they were bigger than her heart. She rushed home from school every day, took off her shoes, and went straight to her room, where she kept her most valuable things: her Barbie toys. Lily's room was a beautiful place where she could be creative. When you walked in, there would be a crazy mix of colors, textures, and small mannequins. The number of Barbie dolls she had was truly amazing. They were carefully arranged on the shelves, and each one had its own clothes, decorations, and personality. These dolls were more than just toys; they were her friends, confidantes, and creative guides. Her grandma, Grandma Rose, who used to be very into fashion, sparked her interest in it. Lily thought Grandma Rose's stories about how beautiful she was as a child and how perfect her style was were like fairy tales. She would be amazed as her grandmother talked about her life in fashion, from going to galas with famous people to making her own clothes. Lily's soft heart was stirred by those events to want to do more. Once the sun went down, Lily's room turned into a busy fashion studio, and a warm glow spread through Glamour Ville. A small sewing machine was sitting on a table with bright thread spools all around it. The newest work in progress was proudly shown off on a small doll. Lily's design ideas were drawn on the walls, making her dreams come true. Lily first tried her hand at fashion by drawing on her Barbie dolls. She would spend hours carefully making them high-end clothes. Her skilled fingers sewed tiny seams and added tiny buttons and lace trim, making her dream come true. Every outfit she wore was a work of art that was based on different styles she saw in fashion magazines and books. But it wasn't just the clothes. Lily named each Barbie doll after a different person. Lily made a stylish spacesuit by hand for one of the dolls and turned it into a brave astronaut. Someone else wore a chef's hat and an apron and dressed up as a famous cook. Lily had a huge imagination, and her toys were her endless dreams come true. One day, Lily was finishing up a beautiful evening dress for her favorite Barbie when she got a letter she didn't expect. There was an offer to Glamour Ville's Annual Fashion Gala, a big event that the best people in fashion attend. Lily's heart beat fast as she read the invitation because she knew this was her chance to show everyone how good she was. Lily and her Barbie dolls got ready for the Fashion Gala with her parents' help and unwavering dedication. Each doll was dressed in a beautiful outfit that Lily had made, and they all stood in a line on the little runway in her bedroom. When the Gala night came around, the huge hall was filled with excitement. As the fashion show started, Lily's Barbie dolls sashayed down the runway, capturing the attention of the crowd with their beauty and grace. There was a lot of cheering and praise, and Lily felt like she'd accomplished something she'd never done before. She has taken the first step toward her goal of becoming a fashion star. After the presentation, fashion designers, reporters, and even famous people came up to Lily to tell her how much they admired her amazing ability. They were amazed at how creative she was and how she could turn a childhood hobby into art. Lily smiled happily because she knew she was about to start a journey that would change her life. Lily has kept up her interest in fashion over the years. After going to design school and getting better at what she did, she became famous as a fashion designer in Glamour Ville. She got ideas from her Barbie dolls, who taught her about style, imagination, and the strength of dreams. Lily got a letter one day that would change her life forever. She was shocked when she saw that it was an offer to the Barbie Fashion Institute. She would get to meet the real Barbie and work with her on a fashion line. Lily was excited as she set out on this journey. She met Barbie herself at the Barbie Fashion Institute. Barbie was a fashion icon who had inspired generations of girls. They worked together to make a line that combined Lily's modern designs with Barbie's classic style. Young girls all over the world were inspired to believe in themselves and their goals by the collection, which went on tour around the world. These were not any ordinary dolls, though. They were Barbies, fashion icons who had inspired generations with their amazing style and ease. For as long as Lily could remember, she had been collecting Barbies. Each one had its own story and outfit. Lily thought that Barbies were more than just plastic dolls. They were like doors that led to a world of endless creativity and potential. Her goals and dreams were reflected in each Barbie. She used them as blank canvases to write stories about fashion and adventure. These dolls were more than just things to her; they were her friends, her quiet confidantes, and the main characters in the exciting stories she made up in her head when she was young.
Download or read book Barbie written by Robin Gerber and published by Epic Ink. This book was released on 2024-04-16 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take an enthralling and richly illustrated trip through the official real-world story of the Barbie™ doll—from groundbreaking toy to beacon of female empowerment. Created in partnership with Mattel to celebrate Barbie doll’s 65th anniversary and featuring rare images from their archives, Barbie: Her Inspiration, History, and Legacy is a stunning tribute to the beloved pop culture icon that has echoed the taste, style, and events of every decade she has experienced. Recall the joy of opening a brand-new Barbie box with this sumptuously designed book chronicling every step in the beloved doll’s journey, from entrepreneurial pioneer Ruth Handler’s creation of Barbie in 1959 to the record-breaking film in 2023, and beyond, including: The Birth of Barbie – Learn how Ruth Handler came up with the idea of a doll that allowed little girls to play at being women, then overcame a parade of challenges—including disbelief from her male colleagues that mothers would buy their daughters an adult doll with full-grown breasts—and persevered to create the wildly successful Barbie doll and prove her doubters wrong. Breaking Boundaries – Follow the path that Barbie took from teenage fashion model to over 200 different careers, including trailblazing roles like astronaut in 1965, beating the first American woman, Sally Ride, into space by nearly 20 years, to surgeon in 1973, at a time when the total number of women physicians in the US was around 5 percent, to other male-dominated roles like Marine Corps sergeant, a business executive, and President of the United States. Reflecting Diversity – See how a doll that started with a choice of either blonde or brunette hair now boasts 35 skin tones, 97 hair styles, and 9 body types, with those numbers growing each year. Barbie in Fashion and Art – Explore how the fashion and art worlds have influenced and been influenced by Barbie, from limited edition Barbie fashions from premiere designers like Christian Dior and Michael Kors to a portrait of Barbie by Andy Warhol. Barbie in Pop Culture – Discover all the ways that Barbie has influenced pop culture, from Barbie bloggers and collectors to how her movie smashed records as the highest-grossing domestic release in history, granting its female director, Greta Gerwig, the prize for the highest-grossing film directed by a woman. Barbie: Her Inspiration, History, and Legacy reveals how Barbie is more than a toy—she is an ideal that lives forever, encouraging girls to persist through to become whatever they dream to be.
Book Synopsis Barbie in Fashion Fairytale by : AQEEL AHMED
Download or read book Barbie in Fashion Fairytale written by AQEEL AHMED and published by AQEEL AHMED. This book was released on 2024-03-20 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People can relate to and be inspired by Barbie's trip to Paris Fashion Week. The story perfectly captures the spirit of determination, friendship, and going after your goals. Barbie, who is known all over the world as more than just a doll but also as a symbol of style and creativity, takes on the role of an ambitious and driven fashion designer. Her story begins in her city, where she makes clothes that show off her unique style and creativity. But Barbie wants more than just praise from her peers. One of the most important fashion events, Paris Fashion Week, is where she wants to show off her projects. Barbie sets out for Paris, the fashion capital of the world, determined to achieve her goals. As soon as she gets there, she finds that there are many things that are getting in the way of her success. She has to deal with the complicated fashion industry, where experienced designers are her competitors and people who work in the industry don't trust her. Barbie keeps going even though things get hard because she has an unwavering will and loves fashion. During her journey, Barbie meets many people who become important partners and friends. These new friendships are very important to her growth because they help her work together and get through tough situations. In general, they are great models of resilience and teamwork, which proves that success is more of a group effort than an individual one. As the story goes on, Barbie's skills and hard work are recognized, and she gets the chance to show off her designs on the Paris Fashion Week stage. At this point, her dreams have come true, which shows how determined she is. People praise Barbie's designs for being bold and one-of-a-kind, and the event is a stunning show of creativity and invention. Barbie's trip to Paris Fashion Week is more than just a story about achieving professional success. It inspires people to be brave and determined as they pursue their goals. Her story shows how important it is to believe in yourself, how strong friendships can be, and what can happen when you keep going. Barbie's success at Paris Fashion Week inspires other people to follow their dreams without fear and to keep going until they reach their goals, as long as they put in the working hard. Chapter 1: Barbie's Big Dream Barbie is a very stylish doll who has a very big dream. This is what the story Barbie's Big Dream is about. Barbie likes making clothes. In her tiny workshop, she spends hours making her friends beautiful clothes. She adds a lot of shine, sparkling buttons, and bright fabrics to each piece of clothing. This is what Barbie wants to do. Her goal is to become a famous fashion designer whose clothes and items people all over the world want to buy. One sunny morning, Barbie was sewing in her workplace when she got a letter that would change her whole life. It was an invite to Paris Fashion Week! Paris Fashion Week is a huge event where the most famous fashion designers in the world show off their newest designs. Barbie's dream came true! She was so happy she almost couldn't stand it. She danced all around her room, happy as could be. She knew this was her chance. She started right away to get dressed. It was her dream to make gowns that would amaze everyone. She worked day and night to add the last little details to each outfit. Pink and soft fabrics were used by Barbie. She made sure that every stitch was put in exactly the right place. When she thought about the dresses that would be walking down the Parisian runway, she worked even harder. After a few days, Barbie's friends showed up to help her. They not only helped her choose the materials and brought her drinks, but they also wore the gowns so Barbie could see how they would look. Barbie finished her dress collection with the help of her friends. Each one was a beautiful, creative work of art that was full of life. It was finally time for Barbie to go to Paris. She packed her beautiful clothes with care and started her trip. When she first went to Paris, she was amazed by how beautiful it was. She didn't have much time to see the sights because she had to get ready for the fashion show. It was both scary and exciting for Barbie on the day of the fashion show. Behind the scenes, she watched models walk down the runway wearing her clothes. Her drawings were loved by everyone! A group of people cheered. Barbie had tears of happiness in her eyes. Her dream of becoming a famous fashion designer was coming true right in front of her eyes. Barbie's Big Dream teaches us that we can reach our biggest goals if we keep at it, work hard, and have friends who back us. It shows us that you can reach for the stars even if you start small and apply yourself with hard work. Kids all over the world can learn from Barbie's story that anything is possible with a little courage and that no dream is too big. Chapter 2: On the Way to Paris In the story "Paris Bound," our friend Barbie goes on an exciting trip to Paris, a beautiful city known all over the world for its high fashion. Imagine streets full of the sexiest clothes you've ever seen, and the Eiffel Tower just above them. Barbie is going because she was invited to Paris Fashion Week, a big event where fashion designers show off their newest collections. Before she leaves for Paris, Barbie packs her bag full of clothes, fabric, and her favorite sewing tool. She likes to make gowns and might need to make something new there. She says goodbye to her home country with mixed feelings of excitement and fear about the journey ahead. Barbie thinks Paris is just as lovely as she thought it would be. It looks like the buildings are straight out of a book, and there are trendy stores all over the place. Here, Barbie meets Leo, a designer whose ideas are as bold and exciting as fireworks, and Bella, a tailor with the cutest smile and the fastest fingers for sewing. These two amazing people become close friends with Barbie. Both Bella and Leo have big dreams and love fashion, just like Barbie. They get together as a team and start to explore Paris. They go to cute bars to drink hot chocolate and draw designs on napkins, and then they go to big fashion shows to see the most beautiful dresses and suits on display. If you give Bella some fabric, she can make a beautiful dress in no time. And Leo's designs are so creative that they make you say "wow!" Their trip to Paris is fun. They go to well-known places like the sparkling Eiffel Tower and the pretty banks of the Seine, where artists and lovers walk and paint. In this scene, Barbie, Bella, and Leo talk about their goals and share advice on how to make clothes that are both stylish and unique.
Book Synopsis The Barbie Chronicles by : Yona Zeldis McDonough
Download or read book The Barbie Chronicles written by Yona Zeldis McDonough and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-01-11 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A THOROUGHLY GROWN-UP LOOK AT A TWENTIETH-CENTURY MUSE OF OUTSTANDING PROPORTIONS To some she's a collectible, to others she's trash. In The Barbie Chronicles, twenty-three writers join together to scrutinize Barbie's forty years of hateful, lovely disastrous, glorious influence on us all. No other tiny shoulders have ever, had to carry the weight of such affection and derision and no other book has ever paid this notorious little place of plastic her due. Whether you adore her or abhor her, The Barbie Chronicles will have you looking at her in ways you never imagined.
Book Synopsis Millennium Girls by : Sherrie A. Inness
Download or read book Millennium Girls written by Sherrie A. Inness and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 1998 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Riding the wave of a booming girl culture worldwide, this collection of girls' voices from across the globe invites the reader to learn more about their varied girlhoods. From coming-of-age rituals in South Africa to the impact of computers and popular magazines on girls in Japan and Germany, the book offers a vision of girlhood from around the world. Though a universal experience, girlhood is not always carefree. Instead, as this book documents, many girls are not valued for who they are, whether culturally, socially or intellectually.
Book Synopsis Fashion - Philosophy for Everyone by : Jessica Wolfendale
Download or read book Fashion - Philosophy for Everyone written by Jessica Wolfendale and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-09-06 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you just can't decide what to wear, this enlightening guide will lead you through the diverse and sometimes contradictory aspects of fashion in a series of lively, entertaining and thoughtful essays from prominent philosophers and writers. A unique and enlightening insight into the underlying philosophy behind the power of fashion Contributions address issues in fashion from a variety of viewpoints, including aesthetics, the nature of fashion and fashionability, ethics, gender and identity politics, and design Includes a foreword by Jennifer Baumgardner, feminist author, activist and cultural critic, editor of Ms magazine (1993-7) and regular contributor to major women's magazines including Glamour and Marie-Claire
