Week 1
Lesson 1
1960s - The Swinging Sixties
• Study of mod styles, miniskirts, and psychedelic prints.
• Analyzing the cultural shifts and social movements of the era.
• Explore the major return of the 60s styles to the runway with key brands such as Valentino, Chanel, Miu Miu's mini skirt comeback and the 60s-esque suede cowboy fringing in Hermès' collection.
 Week 2
Lesson 2
1960s - The Swinging Sixties
• Study of mod styles, miniskirts, and psychedelic prints.
• Analyzing the cultural shifts and social movements of the era.
• Explore the major return of the 60s styles to the runway with key brands such as Valentino, Chanel, Miu Miu's mini skirt comeback and the 60s-esque suede cowboy fringing in Hermès' collection.
 Week 3
Lesson 3
1970s - Disco and Hippie Culture
• Exploration of 1970s fashion, including disco glamor and bohemian looks.
• Discussion of the influence of disco music and the counterculture movement.
• Study of the relevance of casual chic approach to today's fashion, which consisted of sweaters, T-shirts, jeans and sneakers.
 Week 4
Lesson 4
1970s - Disco and Hippie Culture
• Exploration of 1970s fashion, including disco glamor and bohemian looks.
• Discussion of the influence of disco music and the counterculture movement.
• Study of the relevance of casual chic approach to today's fashion, which consisted of sweaters, T-shirts, jeans and sneakers.
 Week 5
Lesson 5
1980s - Neon, Punk, and Pop Culture
• Study of 1980s fashion, characterized by bold colors, shoulder pads, and punk influences.
• Analysis of pop culture icons and music's impact on fashion.
• Study of how the 80's styles transform into contemporary oversized blazers, classic blue jeans, slouchy ankle warmer-style socks.
 Week 6
Lesson 6
1980s - Neon, Punk, and Pop Culture
• Study of 1980s fashion, characterized by bold colors, shoulder pads, and punk influences.
• Analysis of pop culture icons and music's impact on fashion.
• Study of how the 80's styles transform into contemporary oversized blazers, classic blue jeans, slouchy ankle warmer-style socks.
 Week 7
Lesson 7
1990s - Grunge and Minimalism
• Examination of 1990s fashion, featuring grunge aesthetics and minimalist styles.
• Discussion of the influence of rock, pop and rap music and youth subcultures.
• Study of the grunge look revival inspired by music icons, with a mix of ripped jeans, band tees, oversized flannel, baggy pants and heavy boots.
 Week 8
Lesson 8
1990s - Grunge and Minimalism
• Examination of 1990s fashion, featuring grunge aesthetics and minimalist styles.
• Discussion of the influence of rock, pop and rap music and youth subcultures.
• Study of the grunge look revival inspired by music icons, with a mix of ripped jeans, band tees, oversized flannel, baggy pants and heavy boots.
 Week 9
Lesson 9
2000s - The Digital Age and Fashion Revivals
• Exploration of 2000s fashion trends and revivals of earlier decades.
• Discussion of the role of technology and the internet in fashion.
• Study of the trends that are making a comeback, including the graphic tees, shoulder bags, micro miniskirts, vests, platform shoes, etc.
 Week 10
Lesson 10
2000s - The Digital Age and Fashion Revivals
• Exploration of 2000s fashion trends and revivals of earlier decades.
• Discussion of the role of technology and the internet in fashion.
• Study of the trends that are making a comeback, including the graphic tees, shoulder bags, micro miniskirts, vests, platform shoes, etc.
 Week 11
Lesson 11
Contemporary Fashion Trends
• Students work on their own designs based on current social trends and influences.
• Exploration of sustainability such as recycled materials for fabric and shoes, to lessen fashion's footprint on the environment.
• Exploration of designs that advocate diversity in fashion, such as gender neutral, plus-size, etc.
• Study of recent attempts of ethical considerations in the fashion industry such as fair wages, responsible supply chain sourcing, etc.
 Week 12
Lesson 12
Contemporary Fashion Trends
• Students work on their own designs based on current social trends and influences.
• Exploration of sustainability such as recycled materials for fabric and shoes, to lessen fashion's footprint on the environment.
• Exploration of designs that advocate diversity in fashion, such as gender neutral, plus-size, etc.
• Study of recent attempts of ethical considerations in the fashion industry such as fair wages, responsible supply chain sourcing, etc.