Fashion 101: A Crash Course in Clothing

Each year, we spend hours shopping and getting dressed, but do we ever think about what we re wearing? What s the name of the style of your shirt? Who invented your favorite jeans cut? Who made your baby-doll nightie famous?

There is a story behind every piece of clothing and with Fashion 101 you ll learn those stories and more: Where did the miniskirt come from? Why has the military had a stronger influence on fashion than Audrey Hepburn? How do denim makers work those perfect "whiskers" into your "worn-out" jeans?

Filled with tons of intriguing factoids about designers and celebrities, and more than 300 illustrations, Fashion 101 offers the total scoop on underwear, outerwear, accessories, and everything in between. With this crash course, you ll learn not only how to put together smarter looks, but also how to become a fashion expert in the process.