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The most ingenious and ephemeral of textiles ever created, lace is truly the poetry of fashion. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into this extraordinary art form and its role in our culture. The author uses over 225 pictures, including dramatic original photographs as well as historical illustrations, to portray various types of lace and lace garments from different periods. This is a delightful journey through the history of this diverse and celebrated ornament of fashion.

An outstanding resource for fashion historians, designers, collectors, fashion students, and aficionados, this unique study of lace will be of great interest to anyone concerned with design as well as to anyone who appreciates beautiful clothing and fabrics