18th Century Male Tailoring - Theatrical and Historical Tailoring C1680 1790

18th Century Male Tailoring: Theatrical and Historical Tailoring c1680 - 1790 introduces the reader to English 18th century tailoring and covers the drafting of patterns, cutting out in cloth and construction techniques in sequence for the tailoring of waistcoats, breeches and coats.

List of contents

1. Getting Started 2. Pattern Drafting and Diagrams 3. Seam Allowances, Pattern Layouts, Cutting Out and Marking Up 4. Preparing for the Fitting and the Fitting Process 5. Making up Waistcoats 6. Making up Breeches 7. Making up Coats 8. Original Garments: Patterns, Photographs and Measurements

About the author

Graham Cottenden is a costumier, tailor and historian who graduated from the Wimbledon School of Art in 1975 and later gained a master’s degree from Middlesex University. He was a freelance costume maker in London for 20 years working in theatre, film, television and museums before becoming an educator. He has taught students and professionals in the UK and around the world, including Europe, USA, Scandinavia, Brazil, Australia and Hong Kong.

Summary

18th Century Male Tailoring: Theatrical and Historical Tailoring c1680 – 1790 introduces the reader to English 18th century tailoring and covers the drafting of patterns, cutting out in cloth and construction techniques in sequence for the tailoring of waistcoats, breeches and coats.

Product details

• Authors: Graham Cottenden
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 05.01.2024
• EAN: 9781032064567
• ISBN: 978-1-0-3206456-7
• No. of pages: 466
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Art > Art history; England, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Popular Culture, DESIGN / Fashion & Accessories, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Men's Studies, DESIGN / Textile & Costume, PERFORMING ARTS / Theater / Stagecraft & Scenography, 18th century, c 1700 to c 1799, Film, TV & radio, Fashion & society, Fashion & textiles: design, Theatre: technical & background skills, Fashion and textile design, Gender studies: men and boys, History of art & design styles: c 1600 to c 1800, Gender Studies: Men, C 1700 To C 1800, Theatre: technical and background skills, Cultural studies: dress and society, Performing arts: costume / props