{"product_id":"an-informal-guide-to-workwear-form-function-and-fashion","title":"An Informal Guide to Workwear: Form, function and fashion","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn Informal Guide to Workwear offers a fascinating overview of some of the most important workwear pieces, discussing their history, function, construction, and materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorkwear has transcended its utilitarian roots to become a staple in modern wardrobes. Originally designed for labor-intensive jobs, today’s workwear blends durable, well-made, and sustainable clothing with fashion. In a world of increasingly fast fashion, workwear provides a sustainable alternative as a statement of endurance and quality. An Informal Guide to Workwear explores the links to the past and the incredible history of how this style became a staple. Workwear pieces include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e * berets, popularized by Claude Monet and Che Guevara, among others\u003cbr\u003e * blue jeans, America's sartorial gift to the world\u003cbr\u003e * the siren suit, famously worn by Winston Churchill during the war\u003cbr\u003e * the shop coat, donned by Christian Dior in a show of democratic solidarity with the workers in his atelier\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeaturing vibrant illustrations by Michael Parkin, this book is perfect for anyone interested in discovering more about the history of fashion and style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HEDS Harper","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47205450285279,"sku":"9781849949699","price":45.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/2185\/3151\/files\/9781849949699.jpg?v=1754625338","url":"https:\/\/lamplightbooks.pro\/products\/an-informal-guide-to-workwear-form-function-and-fashion","provider":"Lamplight Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}