Harrold Robert, Legg Phyllida. Folk Costumes of the World

Cassell, 1999. — 232 p.Folk costumes express both the character of communities and their ethnic origins. It is in folk costumes that tradition, in music, dance and ritual, is colourfully displayed; and just as climate and physical geographical features have influenced attitudes to lifestyle, they have also given rise to a wealth of variety in dress.
The many costumes in this book vividly demonstrate the diversity and ingenuity of people's imaginations. As well as variety in design, expertise in embroidery and weaving is also integral to the care and craft with which these costumes have been created - and are still being created, even today.
This new edition of Folk Costumes of the World has been fully revised and updated. The costumes are described in detail and complemented by over 80 stunning illustrations. Introduced by a history of the development of folk costume, here is a unique sourcebook for anybody interested in costume, history or fashion.