AboutAmanda C. Expertise Questions regarding history of fashion for both men and women.
Experience Completed extensive graduate coursework and research in this area. Especially interested in history of mens fashion and history of wedding attire for both men and women.
Publications Sex Role (Behavioral Science Journal)
Education/Credentials MS Textile, Merchandising and Interiors
Expert: Amanda C. Date: 6/14/2008 Subject: How does one become a fashion historian?
Question Hi! My name is Rachel and I have been searching the web for ages to try to figure out what to do with my life and I have it narrowed down to a costume designer or a fashion historian. But the problem is that the college I am currently attending does not offer reputable degrees in either area. What degree would I need to be a fashion historian and what could I do once I finally finished school? Do you know of good schools, preferably in the mid-west, that offer the degree I need? Thank you so much!
Answer Hi Rachel!
The profession you are interested in is, in my opinion, one of the coolest jobs out there!
I would suggest going for a Masters degree at the least in Historic Costume. Ohio State has one of the best programs out there. After you complete your Masters, you could work at a museum with their costume collection. If you decide to get your PhD, you could be a professor of as well as do consulting for museum exhibits, film and television, etc.
University of Georgia, where I got my Masters has a great program in historic costume as well, although I know you are interested in the mid-west.
Good luck and please let me know if you have any more questions!
Congrats on deciding on such an interesting field!
Amanda
