Cover it up !

History, function, codes and characteristics of blousons, raincoats, habits,
coats and jackets.

The first volume of our ”Grammar of Western clothing” series. Men – and women
– have always wrestled with the elements to protect themselves from cold or
hot weather and shield against rain or snow. Though they may have wished to
flatter their physique for aesthetic purposes, they were obliged to invent and
adapt clothes for their everyday circumstances. The shapes, functions and
details which appeared over the centuries defined a rich wardrobe, often
forgotten in modern times. This ”grammar of Western clothing” gives an
overview of the codes and characteristics of typical garments from yesterday
and today.

In this first volume, we explore the blousons, raincoats, habits, coats and
jackets which... Cover us up!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Originally a passionate collector of old fabrics and clothing, Mireille
Tembouret today oversees the enormous “Vestiaire” (wardrobe), a mix of
civilian and religious garments from many eras. The company - with its
surprising resources - provides clothing to film, television and theater
professionals as well as special-event organizers or private individuals.
After teaching fashion design at Esmod Paris and a design career in the Paris
fashion industry. She now dedicates her energies to developing her company,
based in Paris.