Research Centre for Fashion, the Body and Material Cultures

A few days ago, the Research Centre for Fashion, the Body and Material Cultures had its official launch. Opened by Central Saint Martins in conjunction with the London College of Fashion (where it is housed), the Centre draws from an array of scholars and practictioners around London and beyond through an exciting program of guest speakers and visiting artists. Speaking at the Centre’s opening was Harold Koda, curator at the Costume Institute and currently a visiting professor at Central Saint Martins. In their words, the aim of the Centre is: “Dedicated to the analysis of fashion, the body and material cultures, the Centre seeks to develop creative and theoretical work in these inter-related areas. The Centre brings together the University's internationally recognised researchers in historical and cultural studies and those working within fashion design and technology to explore the synergies and productive tensions that exist between theory and practice. “

Francesca