Bloomsbury Academic Bloomsbury Fashioning the Victorians: A Critical Sourcebook

Explore the deep connections between clothing and society with Fashioning the Victorians: A Critical Sourcebook. Published by Bloomsbury Academic, this unique anthology provides a collection of primary texts that shaped the fashion landscape of the nineteenth century. From the structure of corsets and crinolines to the social roles of dandies and the decadent New Women, this book traces how dress reflected the era's changing values. This user-friendly collection serves as a solid foundation for anyone studying fashion history. It brings together diverse sources to examine the social, cultural, and political discourses that influenced how people dressed. By including seminal writings from influential authors and commentators like Oscar Wilde, Thorstein Veblen, and Sarah Stickney Ellis, the book offers a comprehensive look at the period. Readers can also study satirical cartoons and illustrations that capture the visual essence of Victorian style and its impact on the body and culture.