ART 109 - History of Fashion Design

Institution:

Montgomery County Community College

Subject:

Art/computer Graphics

Description:

This course will present a survey of the evolution of fashionable dress from the late 19th century to the present day. Emphasis will be placed on an examination of individual garments and movements considered by scholars to be outstanding, historically significant or influential. The course will also cover the development of 20th century mass fashion and its associated cultural and economic impact. Technological advances in textile and apparel production will be examined as will an exploration of the role of the fine and decorative arts movements in fashion change. Finally, the creation of fashionable dress will be viewed as a means of personal creative expression.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.mc3.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 641-6300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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