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Meanings-of-Dress Success 24 January 2019

Meanings-of-Dress Success

What message is that person attempting to convey with their beehive hairdo and silver cape? You just might find out in The Meanings of Dress, a textbook co-edited by FDM professor Andy Reilly that’s been released in its 4th edition. The book, updated with new examples, promises to tell readers how—and why—consumers buy clothing and accessories, and to increase their global awareness as they study dress and appearance.

Fast Fashion 7 December 2018

Fast Fashion

Andy Reilly (FDM) has published an article in the journal Fashion, Style, and Popular Culture called “Attention Deficit Fashion.” Using a post-postmodern perspective, he and his co-author offer a framework for analyzing the current social and industrial practices that have resulted in the rapid turnover of clothing purchases and styles. 

High-Flying Fashion 16 November 2018

High-Flying Fashion

FDM has a lot to be thankful about this Thanksgiving after their recent awards at the International Textile & Apparel Association’s annual meeting! Honors were given to Shu-Hwa and Ju-Young, Kaimipono Kajiyama, the students of FDM 338 and 411, and visiting student Genny Lai. Senior undergrad Kaycee Yoshiika also won the Blanche Payne Award.

A Speech Worth Hearing 7 November 2018

A Speech Worth Hearing

FDM alumna and award-winning author Janet Mock will be the commencement speaker at UHM’s graduation ceremony in December. Janet is a writer, cultural commentator, and advocate for transgender women’s rights who has been called one of “the most influential people on the Internet” and one of “12 new faces of black leadership” by TIME.

Innovative Design on the Move 7 November 2018

Innovative Design on the Move

Three FDM students’ designs are heading to the national conference of the International Textile and Apparel Association in November! Kaimi Kajiyama, Kaycee Yoshioka, and Michelle Ann Nino, mentored by Cynthia Tsark and Minako McCarthy, created the cutting-edge garments that will be presented in the ITAA’s Design Exhibition in Cleveland, Ohio.

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