Timeless

An anthology of the most influential styles, looks, and garments from the past 200 years.

Art and fashion historian Hayley Edwards-Dujardin offers readers a behind-the-scenes look at the history of iconic garments, the designers who revolutionized the industry and the cultural moments that continue to inform how we dress today.

Entries include legendary pieces like the Chanel suit, the Hermès Kelly bag, and Jean Paul Gaultier's men's skirt, as well as iconic basics like jeans, sneakers, white t-shirts, black dresses, and bandanas. Learn the history behind these memorable looks, as well as their cultural significance.
This lavishly illustrated book features 200 photos, 20 pages of infographics, and 20 illustrated silhouettes, making it a visual feast for fashion enthusiasts and historians alike.

Hayley Edwards-Dujardin is an art and fashion historian, curator, and independent author. Hayley is a graduate of the Ecole du Louvre and the London College of Fashion and has worked on research and exhibitions for the Victoria & Albert Museum, consulted for private collectors, and teaches history and fashion theory in Paris.