FASH 100L - Fashion in Culture & Commerce

3 Credit(s)

Liberal Arts
This course explores fashion within the arenas of culture and commerce. It provides students with industry theory, terminology and structures, while examining the historic role, evolution and social dimensions of fashion (particularly in regard to the role of women in society), the interplay of Eastern and Western design aesthetics in modern fashion, iconic design, the role of celebrity in modern fashion, and the way in which fashion trends mirror contemporary values and culture. Issues discussed include ethics, art and architectural movements, sustainability, labor and safety practices, environmental support, and globalization.