Focusing on the significance of adornment and dress, this classic 1978 text offers an anthropological perspective that examines cultural meanings and practices surrounding clothing. The revised edition includes a new introduction and postscript, updating its relevance for contemporary readers. Through its exploration of how attire reflects identity and social structures, it provides valuable insights into the interplay between culture and personal expression.
The Customized Body is a unique exploration of body adornment, featuring photographs of tattoos, piercings, and other forms of decorative modification. It serves as a conversation starter and offers a comprehensive look at various styles, from hairstyles to cosmetic surgery. Ted Polhemus, an American social anthropologist, authored this intriguing work.
Diesel is a fashion phenomenon. Exuding the kind of knowing, eclectic 90s cool that everyone seeks, the Diesel label turns its back on style dictators and eschews slavish trend-following. The result is a global success story with outlets in over 80 countries. The clothes themselves, however, are only half the story. The Diesel ad campaigns have been massively influential, their ironic images, evoking a 1950s consumer paradise, reflecting the quirky, slightly retro nature of the clothing.
BEAUTY - ADORNMENT - MODESTY - EROTICISM - STYLE & FASHION You upload your brain into a super computer. Are you still you? Anthropologist Ted Polhemus suggests not - meaning, communication and identity derive from the dynamic interface of mind and body. To be is to be incorporated. An anthropology professor once urged Ted Polhemus to study a 'serious' subject rather than 'fashion'. For more than four decades he has sought to prove this professor wrong - exploring how, far from frivolous, the decoration, modification and dress of the body has always and will always be fundamental and essential to what it means to be human. In Body Styles Ted Polhemus brings together all the varied strands of his explorations of the one and only Decorated Ape. Body Styles was first published in 1988. This new version updates and revises its research and text to bring into the 21st century. Also by Ted Polhemus: Fashion & Anti-fashion, Streetstyle, BOOM! - a baby boomer memoir, 1947 - 2022
Set against the backdrop of Sapporo, Japan, the book captures the essence of global travel from the late '70s to the early 21st century. It features 187 vibrant color images showcasing diverse locales like Italy, Thailand, and Argentina, reflecting a pre-digital era when photography was a simpler art form. The narrative intertwines personal memories of a New Jersey childhood with the adventures of a world traveler, inviting readers to explore the mystery and allure of each destination. A touch of nudity adds to the candidness of the journey.
Exploring the cultural revolution following WWII, this book delves into the origins of modern society through the lens of music, fashion, and youth rebellion. It intertwines iconic figures and moments from Elvis to the Sex Pistols, capturing the essence of an era marked by vibrant change. With a unique blend of humor and historical insight, it appeals to fans of classic films and music, offering a nostalgic yet critical perspective on the influences that shaped contemporary culture.
