In this episode of UNT POD, University of North Texas experts discuss the making of Queen Elizabeth II’s wedding dress and the impact Meghan Markle, Duchess of Sussex, has on the fashion industry as the third season of The Crown is set to air.
In this episode, we discuss:
● The making of Queen Elizabeth II’s wedding dress
● The Texas Fashion Collection features a dress designed by designer Norman Hartnell that shares similar features with Queen Elizabeth’s wedding dress
● Queen Elizabeth II’s dress made a statement, showcasing her country’s creativity as it was recovering from World War II
● The newest royal, Meghan Markle, can cause fashion brands’ sales to increase when she wears their ready-to-wear brands
● Markle makes a statement with her fashion choices by wearing clothes that promotes sustainability and accessibility
Featured in this episode are:
· Annette Becker, director of the Texas Fashion Collection
· Iva Jestratijevic, assistant professor, College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism
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