{"title":"Celia E. Stall-Meadows","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelia E. Stall-Meadows\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the intriguing intersections of fashion, identity, and society. Her works invite readers to consider the cultural and artistic significance behind what people choose to wear, blending insightful commentary with engaging storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, her books offer a thoughtful examination of style’s impact on personal expression and social norms, making them a compelling read for anyone interested in the narratives woven through clothing and creativity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"why-would-anyone-wear-that-by-celia-e-stall-meadows-9781841507279","title":"Why Would Anyone Wear That?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhy Would Anyone Wear That?\u003c\/em\u003e presents and illustrates diverse fashions, including shoes, hats, jewellery, undergarments, and outerwear. Each fashion is intended for visual presentation on a two-page spread. Information is drawn from research, museums, and history of costume books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is written in a format that is concise, engaging, and educational. It explains the environmental influences that shape fashion, helping readers understand that fashion reflects the way of life at a given time, rather than being an arbitrary and unpredictable force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis nonfiction, illustrated costume history book examines extreme fashions from around the world. It discusses some of the most restrictive and inconvenient fashions alongside some of the most liberating and functional ones. Readers will enjoy interesting fashion theories, perspectives, and facts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFashions are described and explained in light of the social, political, economic, and cultural considerations (Zeitgeist) of their time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471941157100,"sku":"9781841507279","price":27.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3b21094d6de5d0404584e0e848779bb9.jpg?v=1775692548"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/celia-e-stall-meadows.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}