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Series 1⎢Part 1: Does craftsmanship still exist? With Dr. Valerie Steele

Fashion Our Future

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Crafting Fashion's Future

This chapter features a conversation with a fashion historian about the declining relationship between craftsmanship and the fashion industry, particularly in the face of industrialization and fast fashion. It emphasizes the importance of preserving traditional crafting skills, exploring initiatives like Japan's Living National Treasures program, and the resurgence of interest in authenticity among Gen Z. The chapter also examines the necessity of educating consumers on artisanal quality versus industrial imitations while discussing the balance between technical skills and creativity in fashion design.

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