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Freak to Chic: “Gay” Men in and out of Fashion after Oscar Wilde

SKU: 9781350172609

11,210.00

Uncover the hidden history of ‘gay’ men thriving in plain sight through London’s vibrant fashion and art scenes. This compelling study explores how figures, often marginalized as ‘freaks’ yet inspired by Oscar Wilde, dramatically shaped 20th-century art, design, fashion, and celebrity. It reinterprets queer culture’s origins, charting fascinating interactions between countercultural styles and high fashion. Essential for fashion historians, queer studies enthusiasts, art students, and cultural scholars interested in the evolution of identity and style.

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