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Menswear and the World System w/ Derek Guy

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Fashion and Political Economy

This chapter delves into the historical ties between fashion and the political economy, specifically through the lens of the textile industry that shaped Marxist thought. It examines the impact of textile production on labor practices and the rise of capitalism, detailing the exploitation of workers and the evolution of clothing as a societal symbol.

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