Course Description

An introduction to the study of product development from concept to consumer. Students learn how research is conducted in the fashion industry and how it’s ultimately reflected in garment design. Trend cycles, consumer behavior, social, political and economic influences are discussed as influences on trend development.

Course Projects

Students learned issues within fashion industry and how it effects the retailing process. Topics discussed included, sustainability, smart textiles and, biosynthetics. Students created a presentation of a creation of a smart textile apparel discussing its functionalities.

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