FSAD 3690 - Style, Fashion, and the Apparel Industry

Spring. 2 credits. Letter grades only.

Prerequisites: FSAD 1250, FSAD 1350, and FSAD 2370. Not open to freshmen. Students should not take FSAD 3690 and FSAD 3460 in same semester. Limited to 30 students.

A. Racine.

Illustrated lectures focus on changes in the U.S. apparel industry and fashion cycles from the 19th century to the present day resulting from social forces, technological developments, and shifting demographics. The Cornell Costume Collection is used for discussion. Students write an original research paper on topics relating to changes in fashion over time.