FINAL PRO1ECT FASHION HISTORY NOTEBOOK

Compile a notebook of 10 contemporary clothing styles which have been influenced by or

feature elements, silhouettes, or design details from prior historical periods. The styles should
be from a variety of eras with no duplicated eras.
Do not rely on fashion magazines to spell this out for you. e want to hear your own thoughts
and observations. !ote where you found the photo "#$% &ogue 'eptember(.
)f you are interested in accessories you are allowed 1 accessory style only and need to include
what it would be worn with in both instances.
'elect 10 current fashion styles *01+ and provide a clear color photograph of them. This can be
a tear sheet from a magazine, catalogue, newspaper or something which you have downloaded.
They need to be big and clear enough to see them. Do not use compressed or unclear pictures.
,resent the pictures side by side and if size allows the writing should appear on the facing page.
)f ) cannot see them you will not receive a grade for that page.
Choose fashion items rather than something basic like a classic white shirt or a striped tie.
hen in doubt please show me the pictures. This pro-ect must be typed.
.ind 10 clear pictures from the historical era of influence which show where the
influence/inspiration for the above may have come from. This visual may be a photo, painting,
artwork, line drawing or other C0#12 visual representation. Color is helpful if it is available.
These do not need to be photographs but they may be.
Compare and contrast the 2 styles. 'how the two pictures side by side and have the te$t
visible with the pictures. It is required that you use the headings below and present them in
this order.
3Description: Describe both styles in detail. 'omeone should be able to visualize the garment
from your written description. rite about all of these% neckline, sleeves, collar, waistline,
silhouette, fabric, color, length and details.
'tyles are rarely re4introduced without some changes.
)nclude any descriptive terminology used in both/either of the eras.
Different eras may call the same item by different names . 55555555556pts
3Similarities list as many as you observe 7+ minimum 55555555555+pts
3Differences list as many as you observe 7 + minimum 55555555555+pts
"hen in doubt give a 8
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to be sure that you earn full credit.(
3ho is the modern Target customer for this style9 :e specific about their characteristics.
hat is their fashion personality9 5555555555+pts
3Historic reference was originally worn by9 5555555555*pts
) do not need a name but what type of person would have worn the clothing. 1s many specifics
as you can come up with and you must include date on historical reference.
3Why is this style being introduced at this time?
1re there factors in today;s environment that are similar to the past era9
)s this a natural evolution from the preceding season9 This is where you offer your opinion.
Think about it and be specific< 555555555555 *pts
`Accuracy of the picture selection in relation to the era. 555555555555=pts
`Neatness and presentation 5555555555551pt
Use bullet points or boxes rather than paragraphs.
#ach of the 10 styles is graded out of 555555555555 25pts.
Discuss ALL of the above fully and please feel free to elaborate and offer your own thoughts
and feelings. >ffer as many details as possible and make it easy to follow.
Oral presentation checkpoint. This is an ongoing pro-ect. ?ou will present one of your pages
to the class in a brief oral presentation earlier in the semester. "'ee your class calendar( ?ou
will turn in your completed page "clothing not accessories( for comments and direction at that
time. This is a checkpoint for you to see if you are on track with this pro-ect and also to practice
speaking in front of the class. ?ou will turn in the original page with my comments along with
your additions and corrections for the completed notebook. 55555555 5pts.

Do not wait until the end to work on this! This advice comes to you from former students.
:ring in any @uestions throughout the semester. Don;t limit your search to one area of fashion.
?ou might find something in children;s, menswear, bridalAA?our dictionary and te$t will
help you with the terminology.
Turn in this paper with your small binder (1/2 no larger please) and it should lie flat
when opened. The papers should be secured and not loose in a folder. Please do not use
the slide on page grip which never holds.
Neatness and presentation count. Don`t forget your spell check!

Cheating and Plagiarism
1ll forms of cheating and plagiarism "undocumented us of ideas or words of others( will be
reported to the Dean for appropriate action. The work will not be accepted for a grade if you
have copied the information. This includes copying from former students, )nternet and any
other printed material.
Grading
This completed notebook is worth "*=B( of your total grade.10 styles at *= points each C 250
points available. Turn in this paper with your notebook. ) am available to help you throughout
the semester.