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Dress and identity

edited by Mary Ellen Roach-Higgins, Joanne B. Eicher, Kim K.P. Johnson

Fairchild Publications, c1995

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 486-503) and indexes

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Description

This valuable collection of readings discusses the relationship between dress and identity. Selections from many disciplines present a thorough examination of subjects, such as textiles and clothing, anthropology, sociology, social psychology and womens studies. Some writings are classic statements, others are contributions from recently published books and journals. Each of the books five parts features an introduction that puts entries into context.

Table of Contents

CONTENTS Part One: Introduction * Perspectives on Dress and Identity * Body, Dress and Identity * Dress Environment and Body Process * Dress as a Means of Communication Part Two: Dress and Individual Development of Identity * Dress and Socialisation for Social Role * Dress and Role Enactment Part Three: Social Contexts that Influence Dress and Identity - Family - Home - Polity - Religion - Dress in Special Associations - Leisure and Sports Activities Part Four: Contexts that Influence Dress and Identity - Technological Resources - Moral Standards - Health, Hygeine and Illness - Aesthetic Expression - Rituals Part Five: Time and Place as Context for Dress and Identity - Views on Time and Place - Fashion - Ethnic Groups - Cosmopolitanism TEXT FEATURES Instructor's guide by Jane Hegland and Kim K.P. Johnson provides objectives, course outlines, additional readings, projects and teaching suggestions

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