INTODUCTION TO CLOTHING

Paper Code: 
HSC 405
Credits: 
2
Contact Hours: 
30.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students:
 1.To  familiarize students with social and psychological aspects of clothing.
2. To impart knowledge for the selection criteria for fabrics, garments & home furnishings.
3. To understand the dynamics of fashion and careers in Textile and Apparel Industry
 

6.00

Sociological and Psychological Aspects of Clothing                                     

  • Importance and functions of clothing

Theories of Clothing: Modesty, Immodesty, Protection and Adornment .

  • Clothing according to rituals, religion & culture.
  •  Individuality and conformity
  • Conspicuous  consumption & emulation

Concept of design                                      
•    Elements of design – line, form, color and texture
•    Principal of design – balance, proportion, emphasis, rhythm and harmony
•    Application of elements and principal of design related to apparel

 

Quality evaluation  of ready made garments                  
•    Appearance: Size, design, line & color
•    Fabric: Durability, ease of care
•    Workmanship: Cutting, sewing, finishing.
•    Fit and cost
•    Advantages and disadvantages of Ready made garments versus tailor made garments
 

 

9.00

 

Selection Criteria                                                                                                   

·         Selection of suitable fabrics and designs for  clothing of:

Infants, Toddlers, Pre-School Children, School going children, Adolescents and Adults &   Old

·         Selection and purchase of Household linens, curtains, draperies, towels and blankets

·         Selection of clothing for children with special needs.

 

4.00

Fashion Concept                                 
•    Style, Fashion and Fad, Sources of Fashion, Factors favoring and retarding fashion,   Fashion cycle
•    Careers in Textile and Apparel Industry

 

Essential Readings: 
  1. Frings, Gini, Stephens., Fashion- Concept to Consumer, Prentice Hall International,     New Jersey
  2. Marilyn, J, Horn., The Second Skin (3rd Edition), Houghton Miffin Company, London
References: 

1.    Marshall, Suzanne, G., Individuality in Clothing Selection and Personal Appearance, Prentice Hall, New Jersey.
2.    Stone, Elaine and Samples, Jean., A Fashion Merchandising, McGraw Hill Book Company

 

Academic Year: 
2014-2015
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