Togas and tunics. Crinolines and ruff collars. Chain mail and corsets. How does this antique relate to the ultra-modern skinny jeans, printed T-shirt and heels you put on this morning? In the most direct way! Fashion begets fashion, and life in all its aspects and manifestations - from economics to politics, from weather forecasts to war, from the practical to the most impractical things - is reflected in clothing styles, gradually turning into what you buy and wear today. Tim Gunn , the smart and irresistibly charming host of Project Runway, his guide book tells the fascinating history of every piece of clothing since ancient times. Together with him you will go on a journey through the world of high fashion, learn about the ups and downs in its history, about the evolution of a variety of things - from Cleopatra's crown to Elena the Beautiful's sandals, from Queen Victoria's corset to Madonna's cone bra, from Dynasty's business suits to Hillary Clinton's pantsuits. A great fashion connoisseur and researcher, Tim explains how the 1960s "killed" lingerie in In America, Beau Brummell created a look that men have followed for over a century, and capris with patch pockets became the plague that felled Americans. Witty and impeccably elegant, Gunn will help you take a fresh look at your wardrobe. His amazing book will inspire, expand and change your understanding of the past, present and future of fashion!Panties, bras and other lingerie...In defense of the corsetPattern T-shirt, tank top, V-neck T-shirt...Why a white T-shirt says sexy accessibilityLow-waisted, boot-cut, fitted...Jeans are the great American wardrobe stapleCocktail dress, sleeveless shift dress, sheath dress...Are you Cleopatra or Helena?Bermuda shorts, Daisy Duke-style denim shorts, mini shorts...From the Battlefield to beach partyPencil skirt, tapered skirt, pouf skirt...The shorter the skirt, the more youthful - but not necessarily sexier - the look. Sling, apron, tool belt... Everything that has been helping to give shape to the shapeless for thousands of years. Collar bones, "secretary" blouse, French cuffs...Do you dress simply and modestly or smartly?Ties, bandanas, scarves, pashminas...In the 19th century, men knew dozens of ways to tie a tie; today every man should know at least one: Tweed, silk, classic... Why is a vest in the world fashion is so reminiscent of the “potato of freedom” Business suit, zoot suit, tuxedo... Do you prefer notched lapels or shawl lapels? Khakis, trousers, cargo... No, leggings are not pants. And jeggings too! Socks, stockings, sheer tights... Tights should look like tights. Heels, boots, flip-flops...The less practical the shoes, the richer the look Tracksuit, swimwear, hoodie...Disappear, yoga pants!Jersey, knitted and crocheted...The cavalry has arrived - in cardigansHussar mentic , trench coat, peacoat...Why fur should be consigned to the dustbin of historyBaseball cap, fedora, beret...Lost rules for wearing headwear indoorsMittens, mittens, mittens...Why gloves went the way of the crinolineWallet, clutch, shoulder bag...Size matters!Choosing clothes, not important in store or at home, means to characterize and define oneself (1).