Summary:
“Fashion and Cultural Studies” offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersections between fashion, identity, and culture. This book delves into the complex relationships between clothing, society, and individual expression, providing insights into how fashion reflects and shapes cultural norms, values, and identities. Through interdisciplinary analysis drawing from sociology, anthropology, art history, and gender studies, the book examines the social, political, and economic dimensions of fashion. It explores topics such as the globalization of fashion, consumerism, sustainability, and the representation of gender, race, and class in fashion media and advertising.
Author:
Susan B. Kaiser:
Susan B. Kaiser is a prominent scholar in the fields of fashion studies and cultural studies. With a background in sociology and women’s studies, Kaiser has dedicated her research to understanding the cultural significance of fashion and its role in shaping individual and collective identities. Through her work, Kaiser has contributed valuable insights into the social and political dimensions of fashion, exploring topics such as body image, diversity, and social justice within the fashion industry. As an author and educator, she has influenced generations of students and researchers, encouraging critical thinking and interdisciplinary approaches to the study of fashion and culture.
Publisher: Berg Publishers