From the mountains of Montenegro to the shores of South-East Asia and beyond, the V&A's renowned world dress collection is highlighted in "World Dress Fashion in Detail". The book, part of the "V&A Fashion in Detail" series, explores cut work and silk embroidery from Indonesia, applied metal braid and cord fastenings from Albania, as well as elaborate patchwork from Tibet, India, Korea and Iran. Specially commissioned photographs, authoritative text and line drawings showcase the breathtaking richness of detail that will delight and inspire anyone interested in dress. This title was previously available as "Dress in Detail from Around the World".

With an attractive new cover, this sumptuous illustrated volume showcases an extraordinary range of traditional ethnic clothing from Central Europe, India, and the Far East. Featuring 150 color photographs, many specially commissioned, this beautiful book spotlights an astounding array of ornamentation, from ornate buttons and embroidered borders to architectural pleating, gold-threaded tassels and more. Arranged thematically, breathtaking close-ups are coupled with accurate line drawings of each garment's underlying structure. Highlighting examples of decoration from disparate cultures, the text explores the ceremonial roles of the clothing. A resource without peer, this unique book is an essential for designers, students, and style hounds of all stripes.