Conference 2015
Fashion Through
History
Costumes, Symbols,
Communication
Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, May 20-21, 2015
The Initiative: Following the tradition
of previous conferences (2013-2014), Sapienza University of Rome launches the
call for papers for the international conference Fashion Through History, with an broad subtitle that aims to
confront the complex reality of fashion.
When and Where: The conference will be
held on May 20 and 21, 2015 at Sapienza University of Rome (P.le Aldo Moro 5).
Aims: The conference intends to open a
debate on the relation between fashion and society through history, analyzed in
the context of an intensely interdisciplinary research. In every epoch, fashion
is the product of society, but at the same time it contributes to define that
society representing it through symbols and agents of change. As it is shown
today, the relation between creativity and the market, the interaction between
brands and new dynamics of production and distribution are essential also for
the re-elaboration of the concept Made in
Italy.
Modality:
The program will include both plenary
sessions and thematic ones divided into panels, with a chair, a discussant
and at least three speakers. Within each panel, participants will present and discuss their researches of high
scientific level able to communicate with each other and enrich the knowledge on the
topics of the conference.
Methods: The scientific approach of the conference
is aimed at a broader interdisciplinarity and internationality, in the belief
that only by combining diverse knowledge, which use various and effective
methods of research, we can deepen the understanding of social history and that
of costumes. In this perspective, of great importance are contributions of
professors and researchers of history, sociology, philosophy, economics,
communication, psychology, art and literature, of various countries between the
past and the present.
Participants: The conference wants to provide an opportunity for debate between the
academic setting, large Maisons and
many different companies engaged in the sector. Particular attention is given
to junior researchers (PhD students, post doctorates, research fellows) for
whom a reduced participation fee of 60 euro is reserved, compared to the fee of
120 euro for senior researches.
Sessions: The Organizing Committee
encourages the submission of paper proposals – which will then be
analyzed for approval – that could be
framed within the following key
words:
History of fashion;
Economy and marketing;
Esthetics and
communication;
Textiles and fashion techniques;
Uniforms and theater costumes.
Language: The language of the conference is
English, with the possibility to hold some sessions in Italian and French upon
the request of the speakers.
Proposals: Applications should be sent in one
mail no later than February 2, 2015 to the following e-mail address romeconference2015@uniroma1.it
and should include:
1. A short curriculum vitae of the
speaker;
2. An abstract of the paper (max 300 words);
3. Contact details.
Participation will be
confirmed by March 2, 2015. The Organizing Committee will publish the program,
as soon as it is ready, on the website of the conference. For any other information,
write to the following e-mail address romeconference2015@uniroma1.it or visit our website.
