Module #1 Introduction to Gender and Fashion Exploring the intersection of gender and fashion, and why it matters in cultural context
Module #2 A Brief History of Fashion and Gender From corsets to codpieces, a historical overview of how fashion has shaped and reflected gender norms
Module #3 Gender Theories and Fashion An introduction to key gender theories (e.g. social constructivism, performativity) and how they relate to fashion practices
Module #4 Fashion and the Performance of Gender Examining how fashion is used to perform and subvert traditional gender roles
Module #5 Gendered Bodies and Fashion The impact of fashion on body image, beauty standards, and cultural ideals of masculinity and femininity
Module #6 Case Study:The Evolution of the Male Gaze Analyzing how fashion has perpetuated and challenged the male gaze throughout history
Module #7 Fashion and Feminism The complex and often fraught relationship between fashion and feminist movements
Module #8 Rethinking Masculinity Through Fashion Exploring how fashion can be used to challenge and redefine traditional masculine norms
Module #9 Cultural Appropriation and Fashion The ethics of cultural exchange and appropriation in fashion, and the impact on gender and identity
Module #10 Queering Fashion The role of fashion in LGBTQ+ identity, expression, and activism
Module #11 Age, Generation, and Fashion How age and generation shape our understanding of gender and fashion
Module #12 Disability and Fashion The intersection of disability and fashion, and the importance of inclusive design
Module #13 Fashion and the Construction of Identity Examining how fashion is used to negotiate and express identity, including gender, race, class, and more
Module #14 Case Study:The Hijab and Fashion Analyzing the cultural and political significance of the hijab in fashion
Module #15 Sustainable Fashion and Gender The impact of fast fashion on gender, labor, and the environment
Module #16 Fashion and Media Representation The role of media in shaping our understanding of gender and fashion
Module #17 Case Study:The Fashion Industry and Body Positivity Examining the fashion industrys role in promoting and challenging body positivity
Module #18 Globalization and Fashion The impact of globalization on fashion production, consumption, and gender norms
Module #19 Fashion and Technology The intersection of fashion, technology, and gender, including virtual try-on and digital fashion
Module #20 Fashion Activism and Social Change Using fashion as a tool for social change and activism, particularly around gender and identity issues
Module #21 Case Study:The Impact of Social Media on Fashion and Gender Analyzing the role of social media in shaping fashion trends, beauty standards, and gender norms
Module #22 Fashion Education and the Future of Fashion The role of fashion education in shaping the industrys future, including issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion
Module #23 Careers in Fashion and Gender Exploring careers in fashion that prioritize gender equity, sustainability, and social responsibility
Module #24 Capstone Project:Creating a Gender-Focused Fashion Campaign Applying course concepts to create a fashion campaign that challenges or reimagines traditional gender norms
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Gender and Fashion in Cultural Context career
