Hats and Ben Jonson in this

and Ben Jonson in this collection of provocative essays

perhaps his earliest experiments in organic design

including all spoken dialogue

Reprint of the first 1947 edition

This dazzling collection includes 26 costumes in all

Hats and Ben Jonson in thisOne must always wear a hat when lunching with people whom one does not know well, observed Coco Chanel, because one appears to one's best advantage. The couturier's regard for the power of hats to confer dignity and attractiveness upon the wearer stems from a long historical tradition. In addition to its practical uses warding off the effects of harsh weather or an enemys assault, for example a stylish hat has always made a statement of rank,