Items: Is Fashion Modern?

Discover the transformative power of fashion in Items: Is Fashion Modern? by Paola Antonelli, published in 2017. This captivating book features 111 iconic clothing and accessory items that have significantly shaped our world in the 20th and 21st centuries. Arranged in an A-Z format, it showcases legendary designs such as Levi's 501 jeans, the timeless pearl necklace, and Yves Saint Laurent's revolutionary Le Smoking, alongside culturally rich pieces like the sari, Breton shirt, kippah, and keffiyeh.

This beautifully illustrated volume serves as the catalog for the first fashion exhibition at MoMA since 1944, making it a must-have for fashion enthusiasts and history lovers alike. With 288 pages of insightful content, including an engaging essay by curator Paola Antonelli, this book invites readers to explore the intersection of fashion and modernism. Elevate your understanding of fashion's role in society with this essential addition to your collection.