2008, ISBN: 9780300136708

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Yale University Press, 2008. Book. N-Fine. Hardcover. 1st Edition. A square solid tight clean unread copy. The metal cover has several small minor dings else fine. From Wonder Woman's… Mehr…

Yale University Press, 2008. Book. N-Fine. Hardcover. 1st Edition. A square solid tight clean unread copy. The metal cover has several small minor dings else fine. From Wonder Woman's satin stars and golden bracelets to Batman's brooding cape and mask, the style of superheroes' dress has influenced both street wear and high fashion. This richly illustrated book explores how radical couture, avant-garde sportswear, and state-of-the-art military garments--as seen through the lens of the superhero--can be metaphors for sex, power, and politics. Beginning with the origins of the superhero costume, this volume looks at how designers have been influenced by iconographic components such as the cape, mask, boots, and unitard. Costumes, such as those worn by Batman and Catwoman, are examined as reflections of sexual and physical prowess, while others, most notably those of Superman and Captain America, are analyzed as political propaganda. 'Superheroes' also explores superpowers and their manifestations--literal, symbolic, or metaphorical: Flash's speed, Iron Man's invulnerability, Hulk's strength, and Spiderman's agility are presented in their fantastical evocations. Featured designers include Pierre Cardin, John Galliano, Azzedine Alaia, Giorgio Armani, Hussein Chalayan, Alexander McQueen, Nicolas Ghesquiere, Jean Paul Gaultier, Comme des Garcons, and Walter van Beirendonck. A sponsor's statement by Giorgio Armani, a director's forward by Phillipe de Montebello, an essay " Secret Skin " by Michael Chabon. This volume is published in conjunction with the exibition " Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy " held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art , New York, May 7th to September 1st, 2008.., Yale University Press, 2008, 0<

2008, ISBN: 0300136706

Gebundene Ausgabe

[EAN: 9780300136708], [PU: Yale University Press], Art|Fashion, A square solid tight clean unread copy. The metal cover has several small minor dings else fine. From Wonder Woman's satin … Mehr…

[EAN: 9780300136708], [PU: Yale University Press], Art|Fashion, A square solid tight clean unread copy. The metal cover has several small minor dings else fine. From Wonder Woman's satin stars and golden bracelets to Batman's brooding cape and mask, the style of superheroes' dress has influenced both street wear and high fashion. This richly illustrated book explores how radical couture, avant-garde sportswear, and state-of-the-art military garments--as seen through the lens of the superhero--can be metaphors for sex, power, and politics. Beginning with the origins of the superhero costume, this volume looks at how designers have been influenced by iconographic components such as the cape, mask, boots, and unitard. Costumes, such as those worn by Batman and Catwoman, are examined as reflections of sexual and physical prowess, while others, most notably those of Superman and Captain America, are analyzed as political propaganda. 'Superheroes' also explores superpowers and their manifestations--literal, symbolic, or metaphorical: Flash's speed, Iron Man's invulnerability, Hulk's strength, and Spiderman's agility are presented in their fantastical evocations. Featured designers include Pierre Cardin, John Galliano, Azzedine Alaia, Giorgio Armani, Hussein Chalayan, Alexander McQueen, Nicolas Ghesquiere, Jean Paul Gaultier, Comme des Garcons, and Walter van Beirendonck. A sponsor's statement by Giorgio Armani, a director's forward by Phillipe de Montebello, an essay " Secret Skin " by Michael Chabon. This volume is published in conjunction with the exibition " Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy " held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art , New York, May 7th to September 1st, 2008., Books<