The Anti-Capitalist Book of Fashion

Reviews

'Makes a strong case for nothing less than a revolution' 'An incredible accomplishment' 'Interrogates today's fashion landscape with rigour - will make you view your wardrobe through a different lens' 'A masterclass in unpicking the threads of injustice, exploitation and oppression woven into our clothing. By joining the dots between fashion and capitalism, this is a route map to weave a different story for our clothing, our planet and its people' 'Thoroughly researched with a reach extending both globally and historically, the book is packed with interesting examples, and Hoskins' engaging style makes it eminently readable' 'A staple of contemporary fashion literature' 'A classic read for all fashion students, and of course those interested in the politics of fashion. I will refer to my copy for a long time to come' 'A book that hangs like a garment on a coat-hanger. A garment with many pockets. In the pockets numberless notes and remarks about clothes and history. Take it off the hanger and put it on. By which I mean - read it and walk through history' 'A controlled demolition, Hoskins uses facts to strip away the apparel trade's decorative exterior and then dynamites the foundations' 'Once you see the fashion industry through Hoskins' anti-capitalist lens what lies behind cannot be unseen' Expand reviews