HISTORIC COSTUMES (Theory)

Paper Code: 
25HCT322
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students-

  1. To gain knowledge of the significant development in production of textiles in the world.
  2. To assess similarities and dissimilarities in different civilizations in terms of production, Ornamentation and usage.
  3. To acquaint students with the prevailing designs of costumes worn by people of different countries during different periods.
  4. To present before them the historic importance and relevance of the costumes and knowledge regarding the creation of garments by taking inspiration from history

 

Course Outcomes: 

Course

Learning Outcomes

(at course level)

Learning and Teaching Strategies

Assessment Strategies

Course Code

Course Title

25HCT322

Historic Costumes

(Theory)

COCT83: Analyze the source of evidence for the study of historic costumes

COCT84: Discuss the beginnings of the textile industry to ancient civilizations

COCT85: Evaluate the design effects/textiles/masterpieces of English costumes

COCT86: Explain the French costumes and their relevance in modern era

COCT87: Describe fabrics, techniques and drapes of the French Revolution

COCT88: Contribute effectively in course-specific interaction

Approach in Teaching:

Discussion, Interactive Lectures, Power Point Presentation, Video, Demonstrations

Learning Activities for the Students:

Self-Learning Assignments, Field Trips

Quiz, Power Point Presentations, Chart/Poster Presentation, Individual and Group Projects, Semester End Examination

 

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Beginning of Costumes
  • Source of evidence for the study of historic costumes
  • The origin of dress
  • Clothing as an art form
  • Relationship between textile production and its use in dress

 

12.00
Unit II: 
The Ancient World
  • Mesopotamia
  •  Egypt
  • Greece
  • Rome
  • India

 

12.00
Unit III: 
English Costumes
  • English costumes during middle ages
  • Early middle ages
  • Late middle ages

 

12.00
Unit IV: 
French Costumes
  • Renaissance in France (1500 A.D)
  • Renaissance in France (1600 A.D)
  • Renaissance in France (1700 A.D)

 

12.00
Unit V: 
The French Revolution and thereafter (1790 A.D - 1900 A.D.)
  • The Directoire and empire period (1790 A.D.-1820 A.D)
  • The Romantic period (1820A.D. -1850 A.D)
  • The Crinoline period (1850A.D.-1869A.D)
  • The Bustle period (1870A.D.-1900A

                                                           

 

Essential Readings: 
  1. Tortora P.G. and Eubank K. (2015) Survey of Historic Costume, 6th edition New York, Fairchild Publications.
  2. Chenoune F. (1993) The History of Men’s Fashion, Paris, Flammarion. (Translated by Dusinberre D.)
  3. Bronwyn,C. (2003) Costume and Fashion: A complete History. Checkmark Books; Reprint edition
  4. Sara Pendergast, Tom Pendergast, Sarah Hermsen (2003), Fashion Costume &Culture: Clothing, Headwear, Body Decorations, and Footwear through the Ages Volume 3 European Culture from the Renaissance to the Modern Era, Pendergast.
  5. Gillow, John and Sentence, Bryan., (1999) World Textiles, Thames and Hudson, London.
  6. Jamila, Brij ,Bhushan., Costumes & Textiles of India, Taraporevala Sons & Co. Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai.
  7. Akazi, Roshan., Ancient Indian Costumes, Art heritage, New Delhi.

 

References: 

SUGGESTED READINGS:

  1. Cumming, Valeric (2004) Understanding Fashion History, London, Batsford.
  2. Laver J. (1969) A Concise History of Costume, London, Thames and Hudson.
  3. James, L. (2002), Costume and Fashion: A Concise History; Thames and Hudson 2nd edition).

E-Resources:

  1. https://www.pdfdrive.com/fashion-the-definitive-history-of-costume-and-style-e180935014.html
  2. https://sewguide.com/evolution-of-history-of-fashion/
  3. https://fashionhistory.fitnyc.edu/
  4. https://www.businessoffashion.com/education/collection/fashion-history

 

Academic Year: 
2025-2026
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