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Handmade Fashion

Season 13 Episode 1308 | 26m 46s

The Texas Fashion Collection began in 1938 when Stanley and Edward Marcus began preserving examples of top designers' works. These artifacts became part of a continuing collection housed at UNT. Annette Becker, director of the 20,000-piece collection, gives us a privileged look inside a few of these distinguished garments, specifically some of the hand-made collectibles.

Aired: 12/31/24 | Expires: 04/19/25
Distributed nationally by American Public Television
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Annette Becker introduces us to the concept of designer recycling.
Annette shows us the evolution and influences on the woman’s suit.
Ideas on applying deisnger James Galanos’ techniques to your own garments.
The secrets and details of constructing a beautiful men’s tie.
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