FAS372 Fashion Studies

[3–0, 3 cr.]

This seminar-type course engages students in the multidisciplinary field of Fashion Studies that accompanied the expansion of the Fashion industry globally. The course explores the theoretical aspects of Fashion design in relation to culture and society, taking into account emerging issues of relevance that affect design. Through theoretical lectures and readings of key texts by art historians, cultural and social critics, students learn to critically examine reflections on Fashion design. The course focuses on material culture with visual artifacts as reflective of personal, social and political contexts of interpretation. Students develop the analytical and rhetorical writing and presentation skills necessary for conducting meaningful research, and defining a design philosophy and visual identity that reflects their individual interests.

Pre-Requisite: ENG102 & FAS371

Note: This course has not been taught since Fall 2021 and will not be taught during the academic year 20234-2025.