The World of Fashion: Modules

The Fashion Theory Lab – Signature Course

“The World of Fashion”

W/ Patricia Young

~Course Outline~

The World of Fashion is a signature course that focuses on the  study of fashion and it industries. The program teaches theoretical principles and concepts and how they apply to situations within the fashion industry. The program also includes "Take Action Assignments" which helps you to understand how these theories are applied in the work environment. 

Module 1: Fashion Theory

• The Fundamentals of Fashion
• Terms Commonly Used in Fashion
• The History of Fashion
• Clothing & Culture
• Trends & Issues: Inside the Fashion Industry

Module 2: The Dynamics of Fashion

• The Business of Fashion
• Fashion Retailing and Management
• Fashion Marketing
• Basic Marketing Functions

Module 3: The Producers of Fashion: Textiles for Fashion

• The Textile Fabric Industry
• Introduction to Textile Science
  • Man-Made Fibers
  • Natural Fibers
• Fabric Construction and Finishes
• Fibers/Fabrics Commonly Used in Fashion

Module 4: The Ready-To- Wear Industry

• Women’s Apparel
• Children’s Apparel
• Men’s Apparel
• Accessories
• Intimate Apparel and Cosmetics
• An Introduction to Ready-To-Wear Apparel Evaluation

Module 5: The Fashion Markets

• Domestic Fashion Markets
• Foreign Fashion Markets
• Global Perspective on Fashion / Global Sourcing
• Fashion Imports/Exports

Module 6: Fashion Merchandising

• Fashion Buying and Merchandising
• Visual Merchandising and Display
• Principles Fashion Forecasting
• Fashion Promotion
• Basic Principles of Merchandising Math