Product Description

Style guru Ted Polhemus shows how the global wave of enthusiasm for new body decoration is rooted in our past and examines its future direction. Colour photography by young photography duo UZi Part B illustrates what's happening today - people creating their own style from a mixture of techniques. The book is structured as follows: general introduction; then Ted analyses specific forms - the painted body, the tattooed, scarred, ornamented and hairy body. The final three chapters explore and define the main trends - the exotic body (Far East and tribal); artificial/natural (cosmetic looks, plastic surgery) and, finally, the DIY body (creating one's own style). Betti Marenko provides a practical advice section for anyone considering having a tattoo or piercing.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #391645 in Books
• Published on: 2004-09-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 176 pages

About the Author
Ted Polhemus is the author of several books on fashion and body art, including Style Surfing: What to Wear in the Third Millennium and Streetstyle.

Customer Reviews

Life Change
This book was the book that made me decide what i want to do in life.
The book is astounding, it provides a clear insight into the many forms of body art, including: piercings,tattoos, hair, make-up, and masks. It gives a clear history of the art and is a fascinating read. The images are excellent and house a wide variety of views and interpretations.
The book also gives sensible advice on getting a bodily adornment along with healing times and referals.

I'd definatley recommend this book for anyone interested in any form of body art.