Clothing Studies (Theory)

Paper Code: 
24GFSD101A
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to examine the origins and theories surrounding clothing. Construct the psychological and social implications of clothing in various social contexts.

 

 

Course Outcomes: 

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24GFSD101A

 

Clothing Studies (Theory)

CO.23 Analyse the concept origin of clothing.

CO.24 Examine psychology with clothing behavior

CO.25 Assess selection of clothing for different wearer

CO.26 Discuss the importance of society and clothing according to class

CO.27 Evaluate selection of clothing according to factors influenced.

CO.28 Contribute effectively course-specific interaction

Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Power Point Presentations, Informative videos

 

Learning activities for the students: Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, presentations

Assessment tasks will include Class Test on the topics, Semester end examinations, /Quiz, Student presentations, and assignments

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Origin of Clothing
  • Theories of clothing- Theory of modesty, immodesty, protection, adornment, combined need theory
  • Nonverbal communication
  • Clothing Symbolism: clothing symbols, sending and receiving clothing messages
  • Clothing & Impressions: first four minutes, first impression, stereotyping, perceptions
12.00
Unit II: 
Clothing Psychology
  • Effects of Clothing:
  • Physical Comfort
  • Mood and Behaviour
  • Personality and self-concept
  • Conformity
  • Individual Values, interests and attitude
  • Psychological impact of colour 
12.00
Unit III: 
Clothing and Wearer

Clothing and the age of wearer:

  • Infants and children
  • Adolescents
  • Adult
  • Elderly
12.00
Unit IV: 
Clothing and Society
  • Religion and Culture
  • Occupation
  • Ceremonies and occasions
  • Clothing & class distinction
12.00
Unit V: 
Clothing & Physical self
  • Clothes & physical well being
  • Clothing according to figure types and illusion
Essential Readings: 

 Essential Readings:

  1. Vikas Gupta, Navneet Kaur (2012), Comdex Fashion Design Vol 2: Ensembles for Your Body Type, Dreamtech Biztantra, New Delhi
  2. Marilyn, J, Horn. (1981) The Second Skin (3rd Edition), Houghton Miffin Company, London.
  3. Marshall, Suzanne G. (2004), Individuality in Clothing Selection and Personal Appearance, Pearson, Prentice Hall, London

 Suggested Readings:

  1. Mary Kefgen, (1976) In clothing selection & personal appearance, The Macmillan, Company New York.
  2. Elizabeth Rouse, (1999) Understanding Fashion, London, Blackwell Science Ltd.,1999

 

References: 

E-Resources:

  1. https://fashionandtextiles.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s40691-014-...
  2. https://www.scienceofpeople.com/fashion-psychology/
  3. https://studyatces.com/theories-of-fashion-adoption/
  4. https://www.brainkart.com/article/Theories-of-Clothing_35570/

 

Academic Year: 
2024-25
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