The Fontana Sisters by Ady Salvatierra On Thursday March 21st, the Mosaic group visited the Atelier Fontana where we met the youngest Fontana sister’s son’s wife: Luisella Fontana. She showed us iconic dresses that the Fontana sisters designed and contributed to the popularization of Italian fashion. While the atelier is no longer producing dresses like…
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People-Watching: A Tool of Discovery by Gillie Schmidt-Quee Florence was the first fashion capital of the world, and we began our stay with a trip to Palazzo Pitti, home to many royal families, namely, the Medici’s. Before the palace became the art museum it is today, it was the stage for the burgeoning “Made in…
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Shaping the Body by Vivian Anderson During my exploration of Rome on the free day I was able to learn about Capuchin Friars, a branch of the Catholic Church that follows the writings of Saint Francis of Assisi, and devotes itself to service. Earlier in the week I bought tickets for the Museum and Crypt…
Read moreA Possible Resolution to the Problems Faced by the Fashion Industry?
A Possible Resolution to the Problems Faced by the Fashion Industry? by Keon Eady As our trip came to a conclusion, we visited a clothing and tailoring shop that provides support for migrant workers while utilizing upcycled materials for their fabrics. Through the clothing they produce, they display an integration of multicultural fashion designs with…
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