An artistic and historical approach to study of the fashion cycle and fashion forecasting. A study of the properties and characteristics of the natural and manmade fibers in relation to their selection, care and use. Fundamentals of Fashion Merchandising. An analysis of the nature and scope of the fashion industry emphasizing the various aspects of design, production and distribution. This course examines the nature of the fashion business.
Emphasis is on the history and development of both men's wear and the women's wear apparel industry.
History of Fashion. Development of dress throughout the ages. Fashion as it reflects the cultures of the past and present especially its relationship to fashion buying and selling. Fashion Merchandising Techniques. Study of the basic elements and principles of visual merchandising.