Historic Costume Collection

Bringing business, marketing and fashion together with a minor in apparel and fashion studies.

A minor in apparel and fashion studies will provide a focus on fashion studies and will develop students into professionals capable of entering the workforce of fashion, apparel and textiles.

The coursework is designed to prepare students with a better understanding of the apparel and fashion industry. It will:

  • Expand their awareness of aesthetics
  • Allow them to analyze garment construction
  • Identify textiles and fabrics
  • Enable their understanding and implementation of design elements and principles
  • Ensure their appreciation of the impact that dress has on the world