French 1
Ms. Stück.
Fashion designer project.
This activity is intended to increase your knowledge and appreciation of the art of fashion design. You are to research the background of a specific designer and her/his influence on the fashion industry. You are to prepare a written report in French as well as a brief powerpoint in French.
1. Select a designer to study. The names of some notable designers are listed on the back of this sheet to help you with your selection.
2. Answer the following questions in your two-page report.
a. Where is the designer from? (Birthdate and place)
b. What is their family and educational background?
i. Do they have an education in design?
c. How did they get started in the design business?
i. Who did they originally work for before becoming famous?
d. What nationality are they?
e. What are they most famous for? (Sportswear, formal wear..)
f. Do they have multiple clothing lines?
g. Are they still alive and designing?
h. Did they win any awards? Which ones?
i. Is their company still in business?
j. Where can you buy their clothes?
k. What are your reactions/feelings about their designs?
3. In addition, include
a. Title page: designer’s name, your name, teacher’s name, and course name.
b. A works-cited page (MLA)
c. Text is in French
4. Your powerpoint presentation should include the same information but with images for everything.
a. Text is in French and you will Frenchfrench when discussing the artist.
b. Presentation should last no more than 7 minutes
