Fierce: The History of Leopard Print
By Jo Weldon
()
About this ebook
A lushly illustrated history of leopard print patterns—and the untamed women who wear them.
In nature, the distinctive markings on big cats served as camouflage, helping them to blend into their surroundings when hunting prey. Unlike these magnificent predators, humans have donned this distinctive animal pattern to be noticed; leopard print demands an audience. Jo Weldon, an expert in the world of burlesque, reveals how this sexy, playful, decadent, and vibrant pattern once reserved for royalty came into vogue and became a staple of fashion.
With technological advances in textiles, leopard print—long used as a symbol of a warrior’s power or a ruler’s wealth—became a sensation, adopted by trendsetters and the avant-garde, including celebrities such as Carole Lombard and Josephine Baker, who walked her pet cheetah, Chiquita, on a diamond-encrusted leash. Today it’s a genuine classic that nevertheless retains an aura of daring and surprise. With a lively narrative, informative sidebars, and stunning images, Fierce is a must-have collection for designers and fashionistas.
Jo Weldon
Jo Weldon is an expert in the study of contemporary burlesque, women’s issues, and fashion. Her writings and transcripts of lectures on the history of leopard print have been published in Mental Floss, Time Out New York, and the New York Times. As headmistress of the New York School of Burlesque, she teaches weekly classes and tours internationally, teaching and performing. Weldon combines years of professional experience as an adult entertainer with a deep understanding of women’s issues. She has presented media analyses of women’s rights in conferences around the country and lobbied at the U.N. for inclusion of diverse perspectives in human rights initiatives. She lives in New York City. You can find more of her work, and more about leopard print, at www.joweldon.com.
Related to Fierce
Related ebooks
Wacky Chicks: Life Lessons from Fearlessly Inappropriate and Fabulously Eccentric Women Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Bloom Wild: a free-spirited guide to decorating with floral patterns Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsCommune: Designed in California Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsBlank Canvas: Art School Creativity From Punk to New Wave Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsMasterclass Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsPrinciples of Home Decoration, With Practical Examples Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsThe Magpie and the Wardrobe Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Everything: A Maximalist Style Guide Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Art is a Tyrant: The Unconventional Life of Rosa Bonheur Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsArte Popular: The Rex May Collection of Mexican Folk Art Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsHigh Vibe Home: Holistic Design for Beautiful Spaces with Healing, Balanced Energy Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsStudio: Creative Spaces for Creative People Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsScalamandre: Haute Decor Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The New Bohemians: Cool & Collected Homes Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Lonny Home: Discovering & Cultivating Your Authentic Space Rating: 1 out of 5 stars1/5With a Hammer for My Heart: A Novel Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Enchantment the Art and Life of Lilian Westcott Hale: America's Linear Impressionist Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsWilliam Morris Decor & Design (mini) Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Encyclopedia of Rainbows: Our World Organized by Color Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The New Bohemians Handbook: Come Home to Good Vibes Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5New York Behind Closed Doors Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Tulipina's Floral Fantasy: Magnificent Arrangements and Design Inspiration from World-Renowned Florist Kiana Underwood Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsAnarchists, Beats and Dadaists Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsExploring Contemporary Craft: History, Theory and Critical Writing Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsInspirations from France & Italy Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Vibrant Interiors: Living Large at Home Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The Artist's Creative Vision: How to Create Art that Makes Change and Earns a Living Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsColor, Form, and Magic: Use the Power of Aesthetics for Creative and Magical Work Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Project Keepsake: An Anthology Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratings
Design For You
The New Bohemians Handbook: Come Home to Good Vibes Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Story: Style, Structure, Substance, and the Principles of Screenwriting Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A Victorian Lady's Guide to Fashion and Beauty Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Paperbacks from Hell: The Twisted History of '70s and '80s Horror Fiction Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Designer's Dictionary of Color Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Expressive Digital Painting in Procreate Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Feck Perfuction: Dangerous Ideas on the Business of Life Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5101 Midjourney Prompt Secrets Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Ogilvy on Advertising in the Digital Age Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Elements of Style: Designing a Home & a Life Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Architecture 101: From Frank Gehry to Ziggurats, an Essential Guide to Building Styles and Materials Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Picture This: How Pictures Work Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Graphic Design Rules: 365 Essential Design Dos and Don'ts Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Crochet: Fun & Easy Patterns For Beginners Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Lettering Alphabets & Artwork: Inspiring Ideas & Techniques for 60 Hand-Lettering Styles Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Creative Workshop: 80 Challenges to Sharpen Your Design Skills Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Hand Lettering on the iPad with Procreate: Ideas and Lessons for Modern and Vintage Lettering Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Logo Brainstorm Book: A Comprehensive Guide for Exploring Design Directions Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Alchemy: The Dark Art and Curious Science of Creating Magic in Brands, Business, and Life Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Become An Exceptional Designer: Effective Colour Selection For You And Your Client Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Creative Polymer Clay: Over 30 Techniques and Projects for Contemporary Wearable Art Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsLive Beautiful Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Fantasy Map Making: Writer Resources, #2 Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5The Digital Product Success Plan: Building Passive Income on Etsy (and Beyond!) Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Lolita - The Story of a Cover Girl: Vladimir Nabokov's Novel in Art and Design Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5The New Bohemians: Cool & Collected Homes Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Milton Glaser: Graphic Design Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5How to Draw Like a Fashion Illustrator: Skills and techniques to develop your visual style Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Reviews for Fierce
0 ratings0 reviews