Adolescence and the Evolution of Men's Style
16 November 2017
Abstract
This study critically examines the nature of participation amongst adolescent to young-adult, heterosexual males, approximately ages 15-24, in the sphere of fashion, and additionally explores the notion of sartorial presentation or “style” as a function of age. It will be explored how agents such as masculinity, media, and popular culture work to manipulate youth males’ perception of, and expression through fashion
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About the researcher
Matt Porter, both a practicing designer, and design researcher, contributes to the fashion discourse is through combining academic theory, with material production. His design, and research take a sociocultural approach, concerning aspects of intersectionality, menswear, and industry practice. Matt is currently undergoing his MA, at The New School.
