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Chrisman-Campbell, Kimberly,

The way we wed : a global history of wedding fashion / Kimberly Chrisman-Campbell. - First edition. - 216 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 205-206) and index.

Beginnings -- Royal weddings -- White House weddings -- For richer -- For poorer -- Celebrity weddings -- Global traditions -- Wartime weddings -- Remarriage -- The bridal party -- The guest list -- Going away.

"The Way We Wed is an expansive history from the Renaissance to the present day, chronicling the evolution of nuptial style. It's a mix of A-list and historical wedding couples, same-sex marriages, royal weddings, wartime brides, White House weddings, and cross-cultural celebrations. The fashions include gowns from around the globe as well as going-away dresses, accessories, and clothes worn by flower girls, bridesmaids, guests, and grooms" -- Back cover.

ISBN: 9780762470303 0762470305

LCCN: 2020933072

Nat. Bib. No.: GBC0F3341 bnb

Nat. Bib. Agency Control No.: 019970117 Uk

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Wedding costume--History.
SOCIAL SCIENCE / Customs & Traditions.
Wedding costume.

Index Terms--Genre/Form:
History.
Illustrated works.

LC Class. No.: GT1752 / .C47 2020

Dewey Class. No.: 392.5409