Materials in Apparel History
MAH: The Role of Denim in Fashion History
Denim's evolution from a practical workwear fabric to a fashion icon demonstrates how textiles can transcend their origins and take on new cultural significance. Today, denim remains one of the...
MAH: The Role of Denim in Fashion History
Denim's evolution from a practical workwear fabric to a fashion icon demonstrates how textiles can transcend their origins and take on new cultural significance. Today, denim remains one of the...
MAH: The Age of Acrylic and Faux Fur
Acrylic has played an important role in making clothing more affordable while providing consumers with the appearance and warmth of natural fibers. Today, it remains widely used in winter wear...
MAH: The Age of Acrylic and Faux Fur
Acrylic has played an important role in making clothing more affordable while providing consumers with the appearance and warmth of natural fibers. Today, it remains widely used in winter wear...
MAH: The Rise of Polyester and the Age of Synth...
Polyester's low cost and durability made it a staple of mass-market fashion for decades. Despite early criticisms, polyester remains one of the most widely used textiles in fashion, from everyday...
MAH: The Rise of Polyester and the Age of Synth...
Polyester's low cost and durability made it a staple of mass-market fashion for decades. Despite early criticisms, polyester remains one of the most widely used textiles in fashion, from everyday...