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Columbia College Chicago
Course Description: Ethnic Dress
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Course Description: Ethnic Dress

Ethnic Dress

28-1935

Course examines dress and adornment practices of folk societies, ethnic groups, and indigenous populations. Students analyze psychological, social, and symbolic functions of these costumes. Unique, colorful costumes are explored as design inspirations or influences for present day fashions. Course includes in-depth study of costumes representative of the multicultural Chicago community.

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