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FASH 130: The Meaning of Dress

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Research Tips

  1. When browsing for books in VCU Libraries Search, filter results by:
    1. Publication Date e.g. within 5-10 years for currency
    2. Subject e.g.
      1.   Fashion -- Psychological aspects
      2.   Clothing & dress -- Psychological aspects
      3.   Clothing & dress -- Symbolic aspects
      4.   Beauty culture -- Social aspects
      5.   Beauty, Personal -- Social aspects
         
  2. When Browsing for Print Books at Cabell Library, look for:
    1. The GT 500-2370 call number range (1st Floor)
      1.     Costume and fashion history, social customs, psychology, etc

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