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Reading list
We've selected 21 books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Trendsetters.
Explores the power of fashion and beauty to shape our lives. It shows how these concepts can be used to control and manipulate us.
Shares the secrets of IDEO, one of the world's leading design firms. It provides insights into the creative process and offers practical advice on how to generate and develop innovative ideas.
Tells the story of the pioneers who created the digital revolution, from Alan Turing to Steve Jobs. It explores the ideas and innovations that shaped the development of computers, the internet, and the world we live in today.
Provides a global perspective on the fashion and beauty industry. It explores the different ways that these concepts are understood and experienced in different cultures.
Explores the reasons why large and successful companies often fail to innovate and adapt to new technologies. It provides insights into the challenges of disruptive innovation and offers advice on how to overcome them.
Takes an anthropological approach to the study of fashion and beauty. It examines how these concepts are understood and experienced in different cultures.
Provides a practical guide to the lean startup method, a process for developing and testing new business ideas quickly and efficiently. It offers advice on how to validate your ideas, build prototypes, and iterate on your products.
Provides a comprehensive overview of the history of fashion and beauty. It traces the evolution of these concepts from ancient times to the present day.
Explores the impact of robots and AI on the future of work. It discusses the challenges and opportunities that these technologies will create, and offers advice on how to prepare for the workforce of the future.
Explores the factors that contribute to innovation and creativity. It argues that innovation is most likely to occur when people from different fields and disciplines come together to exchange ideas.
Provides a step-by-step guide to design thinking, a problem-solving process that can be used to develop innovative solutions. It offers practical exercises and case studies that can help you apply design thinking to your own work.
Provides insights into the world of startups and entrepreneurship. It discusses the importance of building a unique and differentiated product, and offers advice on how to create a successful startup.
Tells the story of the early hackers who created the foundations of the digital revolution. It provides insights into the culture of hacking and the role that hackers have played in shaping the development of the internet.
Examines the psychological and sociological factors that influence our fashion choices. It explores how our clothing choices reflect our personal identity, social status, and cultural values.
Examines the social and cultural significance of fashion and beauty. It explores how these concepts are used to construct social identities and create social hierarchies.
Examines the ethical issues surrounding the fashion and beauty industry. It explores issues such as sustainability, labor practices, and animal welfare.
Provides practical advice on how to overcome creative blocks and unlock your creative potential. It offers exercises and techniques that can help you generate new ideas, develop your creativity, and bring your ideas to life.
Explores how fashion and beauty are used to shape trends and create a certain image for people. It looks at the influence of media and other cultural factors on our perception of fashion and beauty.
Examines the psychological aspects of fashion and beauty. It explores how these concepts are used to shape our self-perception and interact with others.
Examines the economic aspects of the fashion and beauty industry. It explores the production, distribution, and consumption of fashion and beauty products.
Examines the role of visual culture in the fashion industry. It explores how images are used to sell fashion and create desire.
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