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The beloved department store that dressed the Midwest. Harzfeld’s: A Brief History by Joe Boeckholt — part of Arcadia Publishing’s Landmarks series — chronicles the rise and reign of Harzfeld’s, the Kansas City luxury retailer that dressed generations. From its first offering of coats, blouses, petticoats, and furs to the beloved Petticoat Lane, from downtown origins to glamorous years as the city’s fashion destination.
With archival photographs, memorabilia, personal narratives, and interviews, historians Joe and Michele Boeckholt bring the golden age of department-store shopping vividly back to life. A nostalgic treasure for Kansas Citians and anyone who remembers when shopping was an occasion. Join historians Joe and Michele Boeckholt as they uncover the store’s journey: from its first offering of coats, blouses, petticoats, and furs to the beloved Petticoat Lane.
Richly illustrated and warmly told — essential for local history buffs and vintage fashion enthusiasts. A true Midwest icon, preserved.
Discover the story behind one of Kansas City’s most beloved landmarks. Harzfeld’s: A Brief History by Joe Boeckholt — part of Arcadia Publishing’s Landmarks series — chronicles the rise and reign of Harzfeld’s department store, the luxury retailer that dressed the Midwest for generations.
Join historians Joe and Michele Boeckholt as they uncover the store’s journey: from its first offering of coats, blouses, petticoats and furs to the beloved Petticoat Lane, and from downtown origins to its glamorous years as Kansas City’s fashion destination. With archival photographs, memorabilia, personal narratives and interviews, this volume brings the golden age of department-store shopping vividly back to life.
A nostalgic treasure for Kansas Citians, fashion lovers and anyone who remembers when shopping was an occasion, this eBook preserves the legacy of a true Midwest icon. Richly illustrated and warmly told — essential for local history buffs and vintage fashion enthusiasts alike.
Part of the acclaimed Landmarks series from Arcadia Publishing.
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