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Fashion: Women In World War One![]() Stock informationGeneral Fields
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DescriptionWorld War One had catastrophic impact on the lives of millions, both on the battlefield and on the Home Front too. It was also a time of tremendous social upheaval, bringing new opportunities and freedoms. Whatever their wartime role - as nurses, naval officers, factory workers or footballers - women needed the right clothes for the job. From the luxurious silks of High Society, to the boots and breeches of the Women's Land Army, Fashion: Women in World War One explores the impact of war on fashion 1914-1918 with unique images and beautiful original garments Author descriptionLucy Adlington is the founder of History Wardrobe, which gives costume-in-context presentations to more than 15,000 people across the UK every year, and the author of "Great War Fashion." She works closely with English Heritage and National Trust and has a large collection of original outfits spanning 200 years of fashion history. She is also a children's author and has been nominated for the Carnegie Medal. |