History of Costumes

students should be able to: 1. differentiate different costume; 2. explain the historical development of costumes; 3. describe the evolution of costumes among different ethnic groups; and 4. discuss the impact of acculturation on contemporary Nigerian fashion.

Definition of costumes, meaning of traditional and contemporary costumes. Various types of costumes, the different types of traditional costumes and contemporary costumes. The historical development of costume from the past to present. Evolution of costume in Nigeria, different types of costumes in Nigeria from different ethnic groups. The influence of culture, religion and tradition on the costume of different background of people in Nigeria. Major costumes used in African with emphasis on Nigeria. The evolution of contemporary Nigerian costumes. Evaluation of the current trend in traditional costume in Nigerian. The impact of acculturation on contemporary Nigerian fashion. Various contributions made by the fashion designers to the Nigerian fashion industry. Collection of photographs or samples of costume from different backgrounds.