1. Introduction -- 2. Sociological discourse and empirical studies of fashion -- 3. Fashion as an institutionalized system -- 4. Designers : the personification of fashion -- 5. Production, gatekeeping and diffusion of fashion -- 6. Adoption and consumption of fashion -- 7. Conclusion
Summary
"This book provides a concise and much-needed introduction to the sociology of fashion. Most studies of fashion do not make a clear distinction between clothing and fashion. Kawamura argues that clothing is a tangible material product, whereas fashion is a symbolic cultural product. She debunks the myth of the genius designer and explains that fashion is not about clothes but is a belief."--BOOK JACKET
Notes
Formerly CIP. Uk
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 109-119) and index
