Fashion Studies (Theory)

Paper Code: 
CFSD 103
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

  1. Understand the dynamics of fashion.
  2. Gain knowledge of the role of fashion designers and fashion centers.

 

Course Outcomes (COs):

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CFSD 103

Fashion Studies (Theory)

 

The Students will be able to:

 CO.15 Describe key terms of fashion and sources of fashion 

CO.16       Interpret the fundamentals of fashion

CO.17      Identify and appreciate fashion environment and fashion weeks

CO.18        Examine the fashion forecasting process

CO.19    Categorize the classification of apparels for men, women and kids

 

 

 

 

 

 

Approach in teaching: Interactive Lectures, Discussion, PowerPoint Presentations, Informative videos

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

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

 

 

9.00
Unit I: 
Fashion Terminology:
  • Fashion Terminology
  • Sources of fashion - Fashion services and resources
  • Factors favoring and retarding fashion

 

9.00
Unit II: 
Fashion Fundamentals
  • Principles of Fashion
  • Fashion Cycle
  • Fashion Theories
  • Role and responsibilities of fashion designer

 

9.00
Unit III: 
Fashion Environment:
  • Evolution and developing of fashion stores in India
  • Fashion shows – its origin and evolution
  • Fashion weeks
  • Careers in fashion industry

 

9.00
Unit IV: 
Fashion Forecasting:

●     Fashion forecasting

●    Fashion inspiration

●    Fashion centers – Milan, Tokyo, New York, Paris, Delhi, Kolkata and Mumbai

Study of Fashion Designers in terms of their designs:

●   National -Ritu Kumar, Ritu Beri, Raghvendra Rathore, Tarun Tahillani & Sabyasachi Mukherje

International- Christian Dior, Coco Chanel, Georgio Armani, Gianni Versace, Paul Poiret

9.00
Unit V: 
Classification of Apparel
  • Women wear- Active wear, Formal wear, Bridal wear, Maternity wear
  • Men’s wear-Tailored clothing, Suit separates, Sportswear, Active wear
  • Children wear – Girls dresses, Sportswear, Outerwear, Sleep wear.
  • Silhouettes
  • Wardrobe planning

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Stone, Elanie & Samples, Jean. A. (1985). Fashion Merchandising. New York: McGraw Hill.
  • Frings (2008). Fashion Concept to Consumer (Third Edition). New Jersey: Prentice Hall International.
  • Sumathi, G.J. (2007). Elements of Fashion and Apparel Design. New Delhi: New Age International Pvt. Ltd.
  • Stone, E. (2001). The Dynamics of fashion. New York: Fairchild Publication.
  • Lyle & Dorothy (1983). Contemporary Clothing. Peoria Illinois: Bennett and Mc Knight Publishing Company.
  • Castelino & Mehair (1994). Fashion Kalidoscope (National designer), New Delhi: Rupa Publication.
  • Baudot & Francois (1998). A Century of Fashion (International Designer). Thames Hudson.
  • Nirupama & Pundir (2007). Fashion Technology-Today and Tomorrow, New Delhi: Mittal Publications.
  • Halbet J. (2017) Retailing in Emerging Markets, New York: Fairchild Publication.
  • Jain, P. (2004). Fashion Studies: An Introduction. Har Anand Publication.
  • Rouse, E. (1999). Understanding Fashion. London: Blackwell Science Ltd..
  • Ireland (1992). Introduction to Fashion Design. London: B.T. Batsford Ltd.

 

Academic Year: 
2021-22
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