More than 300 historic fabric samples from the mid-1920s and 1930s provide a visual textbook of design ideas prevalent during the Art Deco era. These were the everyday fabrics used for housedresses and curtains that is an invaluable reference for costume historians and a treasure trove of inspiration for designers.

Tina Skinner is a professional writer and editor specilizing in design. Her previous books for Schiffer Publishing include Designer Fabrics of the Early '60s, Plaids: A Visual Survey of Pattern Variations; and Stripes: A Survey of Fabric Designs.