HUEC 1000 : HUEC 1000 TAM Final
Document Summary
Modesty: mosaic theory modesty is not the most important theory because, concepts vary with age, not the same in all cultures, not instinct. Protection: primitive man wore face paint, today bullet proof vest, helmets, sunglasses. Adornment or decoration: most widely accepted theory used to explain the purpose of clothing, means to lend beauty (anything worn above and beyond pure physical need, ex. Motives for personal adornment: sex differences, sexual attraction, status, occupation, extension of self. Tailored: cut and sewn to conform to the shape of the body. Draped: one continuous piece of fabric that is not cut or sewn. *similarities in draped garments: right to left wrapping, over left shoulder, agriculture community. Composite: combination of tailored and draped, considered western world clothing. Universalities: general features which all cultures have in common. Factors that slow down fashion change: rigid class distinctions (wealthy & poor, fewer factors that slow it down than speed it up, customs, isolation, fear.
