This course explores the theories related to appearance, clothing, and fashion, emphasizing their impact on cultural identities, gender perceptions, and fashion product consumption. It involves examining contemporary dress practices from both global and U.S. perspectives. Dress is studied as a form of communication that signifies individuality and social status within various social structures, including kinship, economy, religion, and politics. The course also delves into the technologies and types of dress specific to different societies, analyzing and understanding their significance.
The OpenLab at City Tech:A place to learn, work, and share
The OpenLab is an open-source, digital platform designed to support teaching and learning at City Tech (New York City College of Technology), and to promote student and faculty engagement in the intellectual and social life of the college community.
top