"Culture" is one of the terms that vary in their meaning according to the way they are used or defined or the period they were used in. Neither in English nor in German is there a clear borderline between "culture" and "civilization". Freud wrote about "Das Unbehagen in der Kultur" and could as well have spoken of civilization. In the 19th century stress was put on "high culture".
Matthew Arnold (1822-1888) regarded culture as "The best that has been thought and said in the world" in the "pursuit of our total perfection". (Zitat: Wikepedia).
In this sense culture consisted in (mostly European) elite activities resulting in outstanding art and classical music. The English anthropologist Edward Tylor defined in 1874:"Culture or civilization, taken in its wide ethnographic sense, is that complex whole which includes knowledge, belief, art, morals, law,
custom and other capabilities acquired by man as a member of society." (Zitat:Wikepedia)
In 2002 the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) "universal declaration of Cultural Diversity" defined: "... culture should be regarded as the set of distinctive spiritual, material, intellectual and emotional features of society or a social group, and that it encompasses, in
addition to art and literature, lifestyles, ways of living together, value systems, traditions and beliefs".(Zitat Wikepedia, Artikel "culture".
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- The role of culture in International Fashion Industry
- Procedure and Topics
- The term „culture“
- Fashion and fashion history
- Culture and the fashion industry
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This text explores the multifaceted relationship between culture and the international fashion industry. It delves into the historical evolution of fashion, analyzing the impact of cultural trends and societal shifts on the industry's development.
- The concept of "culture" and its evolving definitions
- The historical development of fashion from its origins to the modern era
- The influence of cultural factors on fashion trends and consumer behavior
- The role of the fashion industry in shaping and reflecting cultural values
- The impact of globalized markets and consumerism on the fashion industry
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The first chapter delves into the definition of "culture," examining its historical evolution and diverse interpretations across disciplines. The text highlights the complex interplay between culture, fashion, and the fashion industry, emphasizing the interdisciplinary nature of this topic.
The second chapter chronicles the history of fashion, tracing its origins and evolution from ancient times to the modern era. It explores the emergence of the fashion industry, analyzing the impact of industrialization, globalization, and cultural shifts on the industry's development.
The third chapter examines the intricate relationship between culture and the fashion industry, exploring the influence of cultural values, societal norms, and trends on fashion designs, consumer preferences, and industry practices.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Key terms and concepts explored in this text include: culture, fashion, fashion history, fashion industry, globalization, consumerism, cultural influence, trends, societal norms, and brand identity. The text examines the role of these elements in shaping the international fashion industry and their impact on both designers and consumers.
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- Maria Rocío Gall (Author), 2009, The role of culture in International Fashion Industry, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/151231
