Professor Gareth Kershaw from RMIT University held a special workshop on object-base research
We had the pleasure of welcoming Professor Gareth Kershaw from RMIT University, who delivered a special lecture and hands-on workshop for GFC students on object-based research into occupational and functional garments, using men’s technical archetypes as a pedagogical tool.
In his talk, Professor Kershaw emphasized the growing importance of revisiting and reinterpreting occupational clothing in contemporary design—both to enhance functionality and to elevate aesthetic value.
Drawing on examples ranging from Andrew Bolton’s concept of “Supermodern” clothing to the innovative work of Massimo Osti of C.P. Company, he explained how exploring diverse design methodologies and historical approaches can broaden our perspectives as fashion designers.
During the workshop, students engaged in archive-based research—an approach Professor Kershaw has developed extensively over the years—and worked directly with the pattern of the Swiss Army M70 Alpenflage Jacket, gaining insight into the construction and logic behind technical garments.
The Global Fashion Concentration (GFC) has been founded for students who wish to gain their MA in fashion and textile studies in English. It strives to bridge theory and practice within a global context with a focus on fashion related art and design. As the course is based in Japan, there are classes offered on Japanese aesthetics and language. An array of trans-disciplinary subjects related to fashion are offered. The core subject of the GFC, titled "Project Research", is led by specialists and industry counterparts and is designed to allow students to develop their individual research proposals both in practice and theory. Students will have access to Bunka’s celebrated fashion library and world-class fashion museum for research and inspiration. Additionally, internships at high profile Japanese brands such as Anrealage, as well as the National Art Center enable students to implement real world connections between concept and practical knowledge. To be eligible to graduate, students are required to complete either a full Master’s thesis, or a collection.
In 2016, GFC launched a double degree program with the prestigious Parisian design school École nationale supérieure des Arts Décoratifs (ENSAD). Students enrolled in this program will have the opportunity to present their MA project at the ENSAD final collection show and exhibition in Paris.
GFC is a concentrated program: Excellence in creation and skill as well as strong motivation, commitment and patience will be required. Successful graduates will be candidates for employment in all areas and levels of the fashion industry across the world, including design, journalism, fashion buying, curation, and academia.
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