Dressing the Part: Television's Most Stylish Shows
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First-edition hardcover of Dressing the Part: Television’s Most Stylish Shows by fashion authority Hal Rubenstein—223 gloriously illustrated pages that celebrate the costumes and costume designers who turned TV into a runway. From Carrie Bradshaw’s tutu to the power suits of Scandal, every spread pairs high-resolution stills with insider stories, making this the only picture book that doubles as a master-class in wardrobe storytelling. HarperCollins’ 2023 release is already out-of-print in cloth, so landing a clean, smoke-free copy with just light cover scuffs is a collector’s win.
Rubenstein decodes why Joan Holloway’s emerald wiggle dress still sells out vintage shops and how Bridgerton’s reimagined Regency looks ignited global search trends for “corset” and “empire waist.” The book’s unique value lies in its side-by-side comparisons of original sketches, final fittings, and on-screen moments, giving stylists, cosplayers, and fashion students a visual bible for recreating iconic silhouettes. Young adults discovering personal style and professionals building mood-boards alike will find actionable color palettes, fabric notes, and accessory pairings that translate directly to closets and clients.
Because this is a first-edition, first-printing, the pagination and image selection match the original HarperCollins specs—later reprints are expected to shrink or swap images for cost. The sturdy sewn binding lays flat for easy reference during design work or coffee-table display, while the 9” x 11” format preserves every bead, pleat, and custom print in life-size detail. Secure this gently handled copy now; demand is climbing as streaming platforms drop new costume-heavy series and viewers hunt the source book behind the looks.
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