Fashion is more than just stunning models strutting down glittery runways in pretty dresses and prettier shoes. The clothes we buy and wear, not only play a very important role in how we’re perceived by the world and ourselves, they also have an impact on the world around us, culturally, politically, and ecologically.
For anyone who is a reading enthusiast, or an avid book collector, there are countless books available for you to peruse and understand the depth of the fashion industry, spread across the globe. There are some iconic books that celebrate some of the biggest names in fashion, like The Little Dictionary of Fashion by Christian Dior or Coco Chanel: The Illustrated World of a Fashion Icon by Megan Hess. More recently, American fashion brand Ralph Lauren marked the 50th anniversary of their trademark Polo Shirt by launching a coffee table book, called The Polo Shirt Book, that extensively documented the cultural impact of the fashion staple on the world.
From deep-dives into the history of fashion to cheeky and indulgent photobooks about the industry, here are some of the best books on fashion that would make your bookshelves more stylish with each title…