Modes, XIXème et XXème siècles is a comprehensive study of fashion from the nineteenth to the twentieth century, authored by Catherine Ormen‑Corpet and published by Hazan in 2000. Spanning 575 pages in paperback format, the work examines how clothing styles evolved alongside social, economic, and cultural shifts during two transformative centuries. Drawing on a range of visual and textual sources, the author traces the rise of haute couture, the impact of industrialization on garment production, and the changing role of fashion in expressing identity and status. The book also considers the influence of artistic movements, technological innovations, and global exchanges on Western dress. Intended for scholars, designers, and anyone interested in material culture, it offers a detailed narrative that connects aesthetic trends to broader historical developments. Richly illustrated and thoroughly researched, the volume serves as both a reference and a readable overview of modern fashion history.