Costume Production 2

CFA TH 280

  • Quantitative Reasoning II

Prereq: CFA TH 279 or permission of instructor. Continuation of CFA TH 279, this class covers historical information dating from early Renaissance to the Regency Period of women's dress. Clothing of various stages in the evolution of this broad period are discussed in lectures and explored by students using a method of radial projection draping or flat patterning. Draping assignments and in class exercises supplement the historical information and provide the student with draping/ flat patterning knowledge of more elaborate garment elements. Students will produce a corset and underpinnings for a chosen period, petticoat and bodice. Upon completion of the class students will have the knowledge to Drape, Flat Pattern and Radial Project period specific garments. 3.0 credits. Spring semester. Effective Fall 2022, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Quantitative Reasoning II.