The Importance of Wearing Clothes is a surprising & entertaining statement about the meaning of clothing & its impact on the human condition. Here is the classic history of clothing that inspired the bold, young designers of the 1960s to create the controversial styles of the period, including the mini-skirt, the topless bathing suit, & the unisex look. Langner's influential work is back in print, updated by designer/historian Julian Robinson who provides new thought-provoking insights about the past three tumultuous decades of the "Fashion Revolution" & its impact on modern society. "Langner's reasons why we wear clothes--or don't wear them--are classics. Get set for a romp through some hilarious (& painlessly erudite) history!" --Dr. Jack Handford, Chairman, Fashion Design Department (ret.), Otis/Parsons School of Design, Los Angeles. "Langner is firmly convinced that without the invention of clothes & all the psychological consequences that have flowed therefrom, civilization would never have progressed as far as it has! A stimulating book!" --James Laver, The Victoria & Albert Museum, London. The Importance of Wearing Clothes is essential & compelling reading for social scientists, historians, students, artists, librarians & all those who cover & adorn their bodies!