Brief Introduction
From its impact on culture and society to consumer behaviour, discover the business of fashion with Institut Francais de la Mode.
Course Summary
This course explores the multifaceted world of fashion, from the business side to the cultural aspects. You'll learn about the history of fashion, the different roles in the industry, and the impact of technology and sustainability.
Key Learning Points
- Understand the history and evolution of fashion
- Explore the different roles in the fashion industry
- Learn about the impact of technology and sustainability on fashion
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the history and evolution of fashion
- Identify the different roles in the fashion industry
- Examine the impact of technology and sustainability on fashion
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- No prior knowledge or experience required
- Access to a computer with internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
Beginner
Course Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Interactive activities
Similar Courses
- Fashion as Design
- Sustainable Fashion
Related Education Paths
Related Books
Requirements
- Whether you’re a marketing student intrigued by consumer culture or you’re an experienced fashion professional looking to enhance your knowledge, this course is designed for anyone looking to deepen and specialise their knowledge of the fashion industry. This course will also be relevant to fashion entrepreneurs who need a holistic view of the industry’s key success factors. This course is supported by DEFI.
Outline
- Fashion and the rise of modern culture
Getting started
Fashion and modernity: the new as principle
Three conceptions of modernity
Case study: brands and ways to be modern
Test Yourself
Fashion and society
Fashion as a social distinction mechanism?
The functioning logics of the fashion field
The subcultural clothing: a bottom-up model?
Case study: fashion brands as social actors
Test yourself
Fashion as a language
The fashion code
Can fashion creation speak?
How to read a silhouette?
Test Yourself
Fashion, production and consumption
Fashion as an industry
Fashion as consumption
Case study: explaining attempts of the purchase of the little black dress
Alternative consumption, counter-cultures and counter-hegemonic bricolage
General conclusion
Summary of User Reviews
Learn about the fashion industry from a business and cultural perspective in this comprehensive online course. Students loved the engaging content and found the course to be informative and eye-opening. However, some users felt that the course lacked depth and structure.
Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Engaging content
Pros from User Reviews
- Informative and eye-opening
- Great for beginners in fashion business and culture
- Engaging and interesting content
- Easy to navigate and access course materials
Cons from User Reviews
- Lacks depth and structure
- Some outdated information
- Limited interaction with other students and instructors
- Not suitable for advanced learners