eSource: Dressing a Nation: The History of U.S. Fashion

Cover: The Little Black Dress and Zoot Suits: Depression and Wartime Fashions from the 1930s to the 1950s
  • Interest Level: Grade 5 - Grade 12

What was it like to wear pumpkin breeches in colonial times? Or hoopskirts during the Civil War era? Find out in this fascinating series that covers American fashions through many historical time periods. Each volume shows the trends and influences on clothing designs, hairstyles, and accessories for women, men, and children at all levels of society. This series also explores the clothing of indigenous peoples, slaves, and soldiers. See what’s “hip” in each era as you delve into Dressing a Nation.

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*Dressing a Nation: The History of U.S. Fashion: Additional Websites Downloads a file513 KB PDF
*Dressing a Nation: The History of U.S. Fashion: Drawing in Style Activity Downloads a file517 KB PDF
*Dressing a Nation: The History of U.S. Fashion: Historical Photos Activity Downloads a file531 KB PDF
*Dressing a Nation: The History of U.S. Fashion: Photo Slideshow Downloads a file4.46 MB PDF

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