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Paris has long been considered a world center for fashion. This course examines the development of style and of consumer culture in the French capital since the 19th century. Readings from key historical and literary texts will lay the groundwork for understanding modern-day consumption and theories of fashion, taste, and social distinction. We will consider visual and print sources related to Parisian fashion (paintings, fashion plates, magazines) as well as films. Taught in English, but French minor/major credit possible by completing written work in French and by attending a weekly discussion section conducted in French. Students interested in the 4-credit French option should enroll in section 2. All others should enroll in section 1.