Nazi chic?

Description:

This is the first book in English to deal comprehensively with German fashion from World War I through to the end of the Third Reich. It explores the failed attempt by the Nazi state to construct a female image that would mirror official gender polic ies, inculcate feelings of national pride, promote a German victory on the fashion runways of Europe and support a Nazi-controlled European fashion industry. Not only was fashion one of the countrys largest industries throughout the interwar period, but German women ranked among the most elegantly dressed in all of Europe. While exploding the cul.

subjects: Social life and customs,  Nationalism and clothing,  National socialism and women,  Women's clothing,  History,  Clothing and dress,  European history,  Manners and customs,  Bekleidungsindustrie,  Damenmode,  Frauenbild,  Kleidung,  Kunst,  Mode,  Nationalsozialismus,  Dameskleding,  Nationaal-socialisme,  Allemande,  Histoire culturelle,  Mode vestimentaire,  National-socialisme,  Troisième Reich (Allemagne, 1933-1945),  Vêtement pour femme,  1900-1949

Places: Germany

Times: 20th century