The Archaeology of Fashion: And The Discourse on Secondhand Objects

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This podcast is a safe space that spotlights and shares the stories behind secondhand objects and how they are used to express and represent one’s self-identity. Its objective focuses on exploring and illuminating narratives that reflect the relationship between a garment and its wearer from the perspective of first-generation Americans.

Nicole K. Rivas


    • Jan 14, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 12m AVG DURATION
    • 6 EPISODES


    Latest episodes from The Archaeology of Fashion: And The Discourse on Secondhand Objects

    Bonus Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2022 5:24


    In this fifth episode, Nicole K. Rivas summarizes themes discussed in previous episodes as she briefly introduces season 2.Visit www.nkrivas.com/research-project for more definitions, references, and information.    Follow our Instagram page @archaeologyoffashion for updates.

    Part II: Evaluating Vintage Garments

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2021 16:50


    In this fourth episode (part two), Nicole K. Rivas unfolds how one determines the value of a vintage piece or garment of the past. She concentrates on the objective point of view from appraisers, resellers, and collection managers as we examine "what's worth investing in?".Visit www.nkrivas.com/research-project for more definitions, references, and information.    Follow our Instagram page @archaeologyoffashion for updates.

    Part I: Valuing Vintage Garments

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2021 22:46


    In this fourth episode (part one), Nicole K. Rivas unfolds how one determines the value of a vintage piece or garment of the past. She focuses on the subjective point of view from buyers, collectors, and vintage enthusiasts as we examine "what's worth collecting?".Visit www.nkrivas.com/research-project for more definitions, references, and information.    Follow our Instagram page @archaeologyoffashion for updates.

    Distinguishing Garments of the Past

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2021 14:08


    In this third episode, Nicole K. Rivas elaborates on how one distinguishes a garment of the past. She introduces the history behind vintage clothing and draws in connections with its mass-market appeal, sartorial remembrance, and material autobiography.Visit www.nkrivas.com/research-project for more definitions, references, and information. Follow our Instagram page @archaeologyoffashion for updates.

    An Introduction to the Archaeology of Fashion

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2021 11:01


    In this second episode, Nicole K. Rivas begins to unpack the theoretical framework behind the archaeology of fashion by discussing the inspiration behind this podcast, defines terminologies, and shares lingering questions in her closing sentiments. Visit www.nkrivas.com/research-project for more definitions, references, and information. Follow our Instagram page @archaeologyoffashion for updates.

    What is the Archaeology of Fashion?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 5:41


    In this pilot episode, Nicole K. Rivas outlines the concept behind the archaeology of fashion as she introduces herself, the objective for this podcast, and its upcoming first season.

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