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French, Spanish; Castilian, English, Portuguese
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Couture, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Jean Charles de Castelbajac, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Christian Louboutin

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Cardin to Castelbajac: Style in French Fashion

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4 Sessions / 13 hours of work per session
Price
Premium membership $20/month (Preview session 1 free)
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Skill Level
Beginner
Video Transcripts
French, Spanish; Castilian, English, Portuguese
Topics
Couture, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent, Jean Charles de Castelbajac, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Christian Louboutin

Not available for purchase in India

Course Description

This 4-session survey course covers the main designers in Parisian Fashion from the 1950s to the 1990s, focusing closely on one iconic creative individual for each decade. Their work is discussed in light of the cultural and political context of the time, which students learn about through video lectures, assigned readings and discussions. In addition to learning about specific designers and key sartorial techniques and trends, students learn about the main phenomena in the fashion business for each decade.

The first session will be devoted to the 1950s and the beginning of post-war changes in dress codes for both men and women. Pierre Cardin is the featured designer. The second session will be devoted to the 1960s and the culture of youth that it brought about. Yves Saint Laurent is the featured designer. The third session is devoted to the 1970s, with Kenzo and Sonia Rykiel in the limelight. The fourth session covers the 1980s culture of power, money, and excess with Jean Charles de Castelbajac, Rei Kawakubo and Yoshi Yamamoto as the highlighted designers.

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Session 1: 1950s and Pierre Cardin (October 8, 2024)
In this session we'll discuss French fashion from a social and economic context in post-war Paris. We'll also look at why Paris was considered the fashion capital throughout the 40s and 50s.
8 lessons
1. Introduction
2. Paris: Capital of Fashion
3. Paris in the 1950's
4. Pierre Cardin (Premium Exclusive)
5. Pierre Cardin's Designs (Premium Exclusive)
6. André Courrèges
7. What is Haute Couture?
8. Conclusion
Session 2: 1960s and Yves Saint Laurent (October 15, 2024)
This session will move on to the youth revolts of the 60s and early 70s, along with the life of Yves Saint Laurent.
8 lessons
1. Introduction (Premium Exclusive)
2. Paris in the 1960's (Premium Exclusive)
3. Yves Saint Laurent: His Career (Premium Exclusive)
4. Yves Saint Laurent: His Designs (Premium Exclusive)
5. Pierre Bergé (Premium Exclusive)
6. The 1971 Scandal Collection (Premium Exclusive)
7. The 1971 Scandal Collection in Pictures (Premium Exclusive)
8. Wrap-up (Premium Exclusive)
Session 3: 1970s and Kenzo (Takada) (October 22, 2024)
In this session, we’ll take a look at two prominent figures from the 70s, Sonia Rykiel and Kenzo. We’ll also explore the evolution of fashion shows and the history of denim.
7 lessons
1. Introduction (Premium Exclusive)
2. From the 1960's to the 1970's (Premium Exclusive)
3. Sonia Rykiel (Premium Exclusive)
4. Kenzo: From Bunka College to the Paris Fashion Scene (Premium Exclusive)
5. The Fashion Show (Premium Exclusive)
6. Denim (Premium Exclusive)
7. Summary (Premium Exclusive)
Session 4: 1980s and Jean-Charles de Castelbajac (October 29, 2024)
This session will go into the 80s which brought cultural changes into the profession of fashion models to androgynous and feminine designs from various designers. We’ll also look into the work of Jean-Charles de Castelbajac.
9 lessons
1. Introduction (Premium Exclusive)
2. The 1980's (Premium Exclusive)
3. Supermodels (Premium Exclusive)
4. Paris Fashion in the 1980's (Premium Exclusive)
5. Rei Kawakubo (Premium Exclusive)
6. Yohji Yamamoto (Premium Exclusive)
7. Jean-Charles de Castelbajac: Fashion Designer (Premium Exclusive)
8. Jean-Charles de Castelbajac: Artist and Designer (Premium Exclusive)
9. Summary (Premium Exclusive)
Learning Outcomes

Below you will find an overview of the Learning Outcomes you will achieve as you complete this course.

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What You Need to Take This Course
  • Materials: Sketchbook
  • Hardware: Computer with audio and camera, access to a scanner
  • Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Powerpoint, Adobe Reader)
Additional Information

Please note: Taking part in a Kadenze course as a Premium Member, does not affirm that the student has been enrolled or accepted for enrollment by Paris College of Art.

In order to receive college credit for these program courses, you must successfully complete and pass all 2 courses in this program. If a student signs up for the Style and Strategy in French Fashion program, it is recommended that these courses are taken sequentially.

*Partial credit will not be awarded for completion of only one course.

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