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The Fashion Industry
This collection of essays explores the issues and influence of the fashion industry, including lack of ethnic and size diversity in the design room and on the catwalk. Examines the impact of merchandise knockoffs on revenue, branding, and overall quality, as well as poverty and abuse in the "new" sweatshops. Discusses the relationship between eating disorders and the "Size Zero" fashion culture, and looks at "green" design as part of the fashion industry's future.
* Reviews *
Review: The Fashion IndustryAs always in the Opposing Viewpoints series, there are voices from many sides of the debate.Booklist, April 2002RL
Grades
10-12+ IL
Grades
9-12+ 
