Historic

Peacocks Roosting: Mildred Custin’s introduction of menswear to Bonwit Teller of the 1960s

Authors: Michael Mamp (Central Michigan University) , Sara B. Macketti (Iowa State University)

Abstract

The 1960s were a period of rapid cultural change which fueled social paradigm shifts related to concepts of gender, sexuality, race and age.1 Fashion of the era reflected these changing ideals. Menswear

Keywords: Mildred Custin, menswear, history, design, Bonwit Teller

How to Cite: Mamp, M. & Macketti, S. B. (2014) “Peacocks Roosting: Mildred Custin’s introduction of menswear to Bonwit Teller of the 1960s”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings. 71(1).