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Fashion Studies (Theory)
Course Objectives:
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)
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The Students will be able to: CO.15 Describe key terms of fashion and sources of fashio 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.
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● Fashion Terminology
● Sources of fashion - Fashion services and resources
● Factors favoring and retarding fashion
● Principles of Fashion
● Fashion Cycle
● Fashion Theories
● Role and responsibilities of fashion designer
● Evolution and developing of fashion stores in India
● Fashion shows – its origin and evolution
● Fashion weeks
● Careers in fashion industry
● 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 Mukherjee
● International- Christian Dior, Coco Chanel, Georgio Armani, Gianni Versace, Paul Poiret
● 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
Suggested Text Books:
● 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.
Suggested Reference Books:
● 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.
