Dress, Appearance, and Diversity in U.S. Society

Dress, Appearance, and Diversity in U.S. Society

This book introduces topics about identity, dress, and the body. Through the content, readers explore how individuals and communities use dress as a way to communicate (i.e. “negotiate” in fashion studies) their various identities. There is heightened attention to social justice, power, privilege, a...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Reddy-Best, Kelly L. (Author)
Other Authors: Elder, Abbey K (Editor), Hassall, Lesya (Editor)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: [Place of publication not identified] Iowa State University [2020]
Series:Open textbook library.
Subjects:
Cultural and Ethnic Studies > Textbooks
Arts > Textbooks
Gender and Sexuality Studies > Textbooks
Online Access:Access online version
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Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • How to Use This Book
  • I. Dress Theories and Concepts
  • 1. Orientation
  • 2. Dress, Appearance, and Identity
  • 3. Identity, Social Justice, and Dress
  • 4. Social Science Theories
  • 5. Culture
  • 6. Subculture and Group Membership
  • 7. Fashion Theories
  • II. Dress and Marginalized Communities
  • 8. Sex and Gender
  • 9. Sexuality
  • 10. Beauty and Attractiveness
  • 11. Disability
  • 12. Religion
  • 13. Race and Ethnicity
  • Final Student Reflection
  • Book Contributors

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