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With over 8 billion people in the world, we all have one thing in common. Every day we all get dressed. Join Dressed as we explore the social and cultural histories behind the who, what, when of why we wear.

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Ballerina: Fashion's Modern Muse, an interview with Patricia Mears Mar 24, 2020

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En pointe and en vogue, the ballerina has inspired many a fashion designer. Dance and fashion have long had a symbiotic relationship, and this week we speak to Patricia Mears about her sublimely beautiful exhibition which highlights the mutual love affair between ballet and high style.

Recommended reading:

Mears, Patricia et al. Ballerina: Fashion's Modern Muse. New York: Vendome Press, 2019.
Clip from the Red Shoes (1948): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ktv3-1JTspc.

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Fashion History Now #3 Mar 19, 2020

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This week we discuss online sources of fashion history, AJ and The Queen, Dapper Dan's new memoire and biodegradable plastics.

Recommended reading:

Heilbrunn Timeline of Art (and fashion) History:

https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/coho/hd_coho.htm

AJ and the Queen costumes:

https://www.crfashionbook.com/culture/a30503047/aj-and-the-queen-rupaul-costumes/

Korina Emmerich's face mask:

https://www.emmerichny.com/product-page/split-shot-face-mask

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Eleanor Lambert: Empress of 7th Avenue, an interview with Carol McLennan Mar 17, 2020

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"The most influential woman in fashion" during the 20th century was far from a household name. Join us as we explore the legendary career of Eleanor Lambert who helped shape the trajectory of the American fashion industry from behind the scenes.

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Fashion History Mystery 41: The Incredible Origin of Cat-Eye Glasses Mar 12, 2020

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What do millionaires, harlequins and cigarettes have to do with the iconic cat-eye frame? Tune in to find out!

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How to Read a Suit, an Interview with Lydia Edwards Mar 10, 2020

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Fashion historian and author Lydia Edwards joins us to talk about her newly released book How to Read a Suit, the highly anticipated menswear version of her acclaimed How to Read a Dress.

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Fashion History Now #2 Mar 05, 2020

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This week we cover topics including Bill Cunningham, 150 years of Harper's Bazaar, and the recent JLo/Shakira controversy. Are we still policing women's bodies in 2020?

Recommended reading:

Cassidy's talk:

http://www.abqinternational.org/pioneering-women-designers-of-the-1920s/

JLo/Shakira:

https://www.cnn.com/2020/02/25/us/shakira-jlo-super-bowl-halftime-show-fcc-complaints-trnd/index.html

https://www.cnn.com/2020/02/03/opinions/super-bowl-halftime-show-jlo-shakira-opinion-reyes/index.html

MAD exhibit:

https://madparis.fr/en/about-us/exhibitions/current-events-1322/musee-des-arts-decoratifs/harper-s-bazaar/

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Ethics and Responsibility in the Jewelry Industry, an interview with Bliss Lau Mar 03, 2020

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Do you know where the precious metals or gems used in your jewelry come from? This week we speak to jewelry designer Bliss Lau about ethics and responsibility in the jewelry trade.

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Fashion History Mystery #40: What's a Dickie?! Feb 27, 2020

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Your great-grandmother enjoyed a dickie. Join us in our exploration of a wildly popular garment, now lost to fashion history.

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Call Me: The Perils of 19th Century Etiquette Feb 25, 2020

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After a deep dive into etiquette manuals, we explore the complex codes of introductions and calling during the 19th century.

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Fashion History Now Feb 20, 2020

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In this new bi-weekly minisode series, Cassidy and April share the latest in all things fashion history. From Jean Paul Gaultier's final haute couture collection to fashion's push for environmental responsibility, we bring you fashion history NOW.

Recommended readings:

https://studyhall.earth
https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/slow-factory-study-hall-sustainable-fashion/
https://www.thredup.com/fashionfootprint
https://www.algiknit.com
https://www.vogue.com/fashion-shows/spring-2020-couture/jean-paul-gaultier
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYDyi-B1FuU

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