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"There are some really great readings that supplement the theoretical underpinnings of each chapter." Angie G. Liljequist, Fontbonne University, USA"A comprehensive compilation of readings for students studying the social and psychological aspects of appearance and dress." Jessica Strubel, University of North Texas, USALearn how-and why-consumers buy clothing and accessories, and increase your global awareness as you study dress and appearance.Contributions are from writers on four continents and examples are from ten countries, including Ghana, Vietnam, Norway, and Jamaica, among others. The book includes more than 40 articles on topics such as wearable technology, cosplay, lesbian dress, and genderqueer fashion. - Contributors are experts in fashion theory, cultural studies, psychology, sociology, gender studies, religion, material culture, consumer behavior, and popular culture- Two separate chapters on gender and sexuality - International examples are included from Afghanistan, China, Ghana, India, Jamaica, Japan, Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Vietnam- More than 100 black and white imagesPLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501323942.

"There are some really great readings that supplement the theoretical underpinnings of each chapter." Angie G. Liljequist, Fontbonne University, USA"A comprehensive compilation of readings for students studying the social and psychological aspects of appearance and dress." Jessica Strubel, University of North Texas, USALearn how-and why-consumers buy clothing and accessories, and increase your global awareness as you study dress and appearance.Contributions are from writers on four continents and examples are from ten countries, including Ghana, Vietnam, Norway, and Jamaica, among others. The book includes more than 40 articles on topics such as wearable technology, cosplay, lesbian dress, and genderqueer fashion. - Contributors are experts in fashion theory, cultural studies, psychology, sociology, gender studies, religion, material culture, consumer behavior, and popular culture- Two separate chapters on gender and sexuality - International examples are included from Afghanistan, China, Ghana, India, Jamaica, Japan, Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States, and Vietnam- More than 100 black and white imagesPLEASE NOTE: Purchasing or renting this ISBN does not include access to the STUDIO resources that accompany this text. To receive free access to the STUDIO content with new copies of this book, please refer to the book + STUDIO access card bundle ISBN 9781501323942.

Providing insight into a broad and expanding range of topics, The Meanings of Dress, 5th Edition examines social, behavioral, and cultural aspects in fashion and dress based on current research and practices. This revised edition responds fully to the current social and fashion trends by including theoretical perspectives of intersectional identities in global landscapes, global fashion and dress, and efforts to decentralize and decolonize the normative Eurocentric approach to fashion and dress studies. This edition includes two brand new chapters: “Decentralizing and Decolonizing Fashion and Dress” and “Social Justice and Human Rights.” New emphasis has been placed on how dress and fashion work as communication, not just “non-verbal” but also explicitly in social media. Issues on ethics in fashion are incorporated now throughout the book. New to this Edition:· Theoretical perspectives of intersectional identities in global landscapes, global fashion and dress, and efforts to decentralize and decolonize the normative Eurocentric approach to fashion and dress studies.· New Chapters: "Decentralizing and Decolonizing Fashion and Dress” and “Social Justice and Human Rights.”· New material and perspectives on chapters about “Fashion, Dress and Communication” and “Agency and Appearance Management,” as well as chapters on race and ethnicity, gender and gender identity, and theories of the body. · Issues on ethics in fashion are central to the text.STUDIO Features Include· Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips· Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions Instructor Resources· Instructor''s Guide to help integrate the text into your classroom· PowerPoint slides for every chapter

Providing insight into a broad and expanding range of topics, The Meanings of Dress, 5th Edition examines social, behavioral, and cultural aspects in fashion and dress based on current research and practices. This revised edition responds fully to the current social and fashion trends by including theoretical perspectives of intersectional identities in global landscapes, global fashion and dress, and efforts to decentralize and decolonize the normative Eurocentric approach to fashion and dress studies. This edition includes two brand new chapters: “Decentralizing and Decolonizing Fashion and Dress” and “Social Justice and Human Rights.” New emphasis has been placed on how dress and fashion work as communication, not just “non-verbal” but also explicitly in social media. Issues on ethics in fashion are incorporated now throughout the book. New to this Edition:· Theoretical perspectives of intersectional identities in global landscapes, global fashion and dress, and efforts to decentralize and decolonize the normative Eurocentric approach to fashion and dress studies.· New Chapters: "Decentralizing and Decolonizing Fashion and Dress” and “Social Justice and Human Rights.”· New material and perspectives on chapters about “Fashion, Dress and Communication” and “Agency and Appearance Management,” as well as chapters on race and ethnicity, gender and gender identity, and theories of the body. · Issues on ethics in fashion are central to the text.STUDIO Features Include· Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips· Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions Instructor Resources· Instructor''s Guide to help integrate the text into your classroom· PowerPoint slides for every chapter