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THE 430 - Seminar in Theatre: Costume Studies

Research resources and tips for Prof. Lowell's course, Spring 2023

Search for Books: Milner Catalog

Use the Library Catalog to find books in Milner. You can also expand your search for books to include I-Share Libraries.

Finding Fashion and Costume Books

Books relating to fashion/costume can be found all over the library, but these are the three main locations:

4th Floor: Call number range GT 500 - GT 2370: Costume. Dress. Fashion . The sociology and "whys' of fashion.

5th Floor: Call number range TT 490 - 695: Clothing Manufacture. Dressmaking. Tailoring. TT 950 - 979: Hairdressing. Beauty Culture. Barbers' Work. Fashion creation and methods, and books on specific designers.

6th Floor: Call number range PN 2067 - 2068. Theatrical costume and make-up

Sample subject headings:

  • Costume
  • Costume Design
  • Costume -- History
  • Fashion
  • Fashion -- Social Aspects
  • Fashion -- China (or substitute in other countries)
  • Clothing and Dress
  • Clothing and Dress -- Symbolic Aspects
  • Designers