'100 Years of Menswear' by Cally Blackman shows the history of menswear over the past century, and does so with well-chosen photographs that define distinct time periods. At over 380 pages, the book is quite thorough and makes for a good read while you are sitting on the couch with nothing else to do.
100 Years of Menswear spans the totality of the 20th century from the late Victorian era, through the world wars, and right up to modern menswear designers like Paul Smith. Stand-out garments that represent key changes in men's fashion are pointed out by Blackman through the book as well.
They say that those who do not learn history are doomed to repeat it. While not everything in 100 Years of Menswear would be terrible to wear today, anyone who wants to dress himself well today should know about fashion history.
Menswear Retrospective Books
'100 Years of Menswear' Teaches the History of Male Fashion
Trend Themes
1. Menswear History Education - '100 Years of Menswear' and similar resources provide an opportunity for fashion education and understanding of the evolution of menswear.
2. Vintage Menswear - Revival of vintage menswear styles and trends.
3. Contemporary Menswear Design - Continuing the evolution of menswear into contemporary design with inspiration from past trends.
Industry Implications
1. Publishing - Opportunity for publishing books, magazines, and online resources on fashion history.
2. Fashion Design and Manufacturing - Incorporating elements of vintage menswear into modern designs and manufacturing.
3. Fashion Retail - Opportunity for retailers to curate collections that celebrate vintage and contemporary menswear design.