Avant Magazine "An Anthology of French Workwear"
France crafted some of the most beautiful workwear ever made - garments worn in mines, fields, and workshops, now sought after by collectors worldwide. Whether you're a collector, historian, or fashion enthusiast, this feature showcases how French workwear blends utility, craftsmanship, and timeless style.
Inside, you’ll discover:
- A journey through 19th- and 20th-century France via the lives of workers, farmers, and peasants
- Key voices from the field, including Tom Gruat, Denis Bruna (Denis Bruna), and Frédéric Marc Marion.
- Why French workwear has become a cultural phenomenon in Japan, explored with six Japanese experts.
- A visit to Euro-Costumes near Paris, home to a colossal archive of antique garments.
- Practical know-how: identifying moleskin, indigo linen, and spotting animal buttons on French hunting jackets.
- Softcover
- Size: 170 × 240 mm
- Full color
- Language: English
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France crafted some of the most beautiful workwear ever made - garments worn in mines, fields, and workshops, now sought after by collectors worldwide. Whether you're a collector, historian, or fashion enthusiast, this feature showcases how French workwear blends utility, craftsmanship, and timeless style.
Inside, you’ll discover:
- A journey through 19th- and 20th-century France via the lives of workers, farmers, and peasants
- Key voices from the field, including Tom Gruat, Denis Bruna (Denis Bruna), and Frédéric Marc Marion.
- Why French workwear has become a cultural phenomenon in Japan, explored with six Japanese experts.
- A visit to Euro-Costumes near Paris, home to a colossal archive of antique garments.
- Practical know-how: identifying moleskin, indigo linen, and spotting animal buttons on French hunting jackets.
- Softcover
- Size: 170 × 240 mm
- Full color
- Language: English
