Clothing Goes to War

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Creativity Inspired by Scarcity in World War II

By Nan Turner

Summary

Clothing Goes to War by Nan Turner explores the fascinating role of clothing and fashion during wartime. The book examines how military uniforms, propaganda, and consumer habits intertwine, highlighting the impact of war on the textile industry and cultural identity. It provides a detailed analysis of how clothing has been used both as a tool for survival and a means of expressing national ideology.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by the intersection of fashion and history, particularly how clothing reflected and influenced military conflicts. With insights into how attire served both functional and symbolic roles during wartime, this perspective offers a unique lens on the cultural and sociopolitical impacts of war.

Description

The story of civilian clothing use during World War II.

Manufacturing for civilians across the globe nearly stopped at the outset of World War II, as outfitting troops took precedence over non-military production. Raw materials were prioritised for the armed forces and the majority of non-military factories were shifted to war work, resulting in shortages and rationing of consumer products.

Civilians, especially women, responded to the resulting scarcity of goods by using ingenuity and creativity to "make do." In Clothing Goes to War, Nan Turner offers a critical look at some of the resourceful results of this period as necessity paved the way for fashionable invention.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781789383461

Publisher: Intellect

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Intellect Books

Illustration: 16 Halftones, color; 108 Halftones, black and white

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 256

Collections

Arts & Culture History & Archaeology History & Military Military History Nan Turner Non-Fiction

About the Author

Nan Elizabeth Turner is a fashion and academic professional with a strong interest in the history of World War II. Her love of creativity, sewing and fashion propelled her into a career as a fashion designer in New York, Paris and San Francisco before returning to her alma mater, the University of California, Davis, to teach fashion-related courses.