{"product_id":"an-informal-guide-to-workwear-form-function-and-fashion","title":"An Informal Guide to Workwear: Form, Function and Fashion","description":"\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAn Informal Guide to Workwear\u003c\/i\u003e offers a fascinating overview of some of the most important workwear pieces, discussing their history, function, construction, and materials.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWorkwear has transcended its utilitarian roots to become a staple in modern wardrobes. Originally designed for labor-intensive jobs, today's workwear blends durable, well-made, and sustainable clothing with fashion. In a world of increasingly fast fashion, workwear provides a sustainable alternative as a statement of endurance and quality. \u003ci\u003eAn Informal Guide to Workwear \u003c\/i\u003eexplores the links to the past and the incredible history of how this style became a staple. Workwear pieces include: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eberets, popularized by Claude Monet and Che Guevara, among others\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblue jeans, America's sartorial gift to the world\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe siren suit, famously worn by Winston Churchill during the war\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe shop coat, donned by Christian Dior in a show of democratic solidarity with the workers in his atelier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeaturing vibrant illustrations by Michael Parkin, this book is perfect for anyone interested in discovering more about the history of fashion and style.\u003cdiv style=\"display:none\"\u003eISBN-10: 1849949697\u003cbr\u003eISBN-13: 9781849949699\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Sylvester, A. W., Parkin, Michael, Guy, Derek\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Batsford\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Batsford","offers":[{"title":"HardCover (Nov 2025)","offer_id":45659187380421,"sku":"9781849949699","price":28.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6414\/2533\/files\/9781849949699.jpg?v=1768906851","url":"https:\/\/www.inveni.store\/products\/an-informal-guide-to-workwear-form-function-and-fashion","provider":"Inveni","version":"1.0","type":"link"}