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Study Guide: Fashion Journalism: History, Practice, and Digital Evolution

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Fashion Journalism: History, Practice, and Digital Evolution Study Guide

History and Evolution of Fashion Journalism

Fashion illustration became prominent in the 1900s, replacing fashion photography as the primary visual medium.

Answer: False

Explanation: Fashion photography became prominent in the 1900s, replacing fashion illustration as the primary visual medium, not the other way around.

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Fashion journalism began its development in the 19th century, coinciding with the shift from fashion dolls to magazines.

Answer: False

Explanation: Fashion journalism began its development in the 18th century, not the 19th, with the shift from fashion dolls to magazines.

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The 'Journal des Luxus und der Moden' was the first true fashion magazine.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 'Cabinet des Modes' is recognized as the first true fashion magazine, while 'Journal des Luxus und der Moden' was an early international magazine that followed.

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The 'Cabinet des Modes' featured illustrated fashion plates that helped satisfy the demand for French fashion among urban populations.

Answer: True

Explanation: The 'Cabinet des Modes' was a partisan publication whose illustrated fashion plates were instrumental in satisfying the growing demand for French fashion among urban populations.

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Mary Ann Bell was an early 19th-century fashion journalist in Great Britain who published her own fashion paper called 'Le Miroir de la Mode'.

Answer: False

Explanation: Ann Margaret Lanchester published 'Le Miroir de la Mode', while Mary Ann Bell wrote for 'La Belle Assemblée'.

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An 1844 fashion plate is referenced in the source as an example of modern fashion journalism's visual presentation.

Answer: False

Explanation: An 1844 fashion plate exemplifies illustrated fashion content from *early* fashion magazines, while a 21st-century magazine cover represents modern visual presentation.

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The 'Cabinet des Modes' was a non-partisan publication that aimed to provide objective fashion reporting.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 'Cabinet des Modes' was a partisan publication, not a non-partisan one, and its reporting was not objective in the modern sense.

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The 'Gallery of Fashion' was an early international fashion magazine published in Milan.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 'Gallery of Fashion' was an early international fashion magazine published in Britain, while 'Giornale delle Dame e delle Mode di Francia' was published in Milan.

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The primary visual medium for showcasing fashion shifted from fashion dolls to fashion magazines in the 1900s.

Answer: False

Explanation: The shift from fashion dolls to fashion magazines as the primary visual medium occurred in the 18th century, not the 1900s. In the 1900s, fashion photography replaced fashion illustration.

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What visual medium did fashion photography replace in the 1900s to become prominent in fashion journalism?

Answer: Fashion illustration

Explanation: In the 1900s, fashion photography became prominent, replacing fashion illustration as the primary visual medium in fashion journalism.

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When did fashion journalism begin its development, and what significant change occurred at that time?

Answer: 18th century, with the shift from fashion dolls to magazines.

Explanation: Fashion journalism began its development in the 18th century, marked by the transition from fashion dolls to magazines as the primary medium for disseminating fashion information.

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Which publication is recognized as the first true fashion magazine?

Answer: Cabinet des Modes

Explanation: The 'Cabinet des Modes' is recognized as the first true fashion magazine.

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What was a key impact of the 'Cabinet des Modes' and its illustrated fashion plates?

Answer: It satisfied the growing demand for French fashion among urban populations.

Explanation: The illustrated fashion plates in the 'Cabinet des Modes' were crucial in meeting the increasing demand for French fashion among urban populations.

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Which of the following was an early international fashion magazine from Britain?

Answer: Gallery of Fashion

Explanation: The 'Gallery of Fashion' (1794–1803) is listed as an early international fashion magazine from Britain.

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Which of these magazines emerged as prominent fashion publications in the 20th century?

Answer: Elle and Vogue

Explanation: Prominent fashion magazines that gained significant recognition in the 20th century include 'Elle' and 'Vogue'.

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What does the 1844 fashion plate referenced in the article exemplify?

Answer: Illustrated fashion content from early fashion magazines.

Explanation: The 1844 fashion plate is an example of illustrated fashion content found in early fashion magazines.

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Ann Margaret Lanchester was an early 19th-century fashion journalist in Great Britain known for publishing her own fashion paper. What was its name?

Answer: Le Miroir de la Mode

Explanation: Ann Margaret Lanchester published her own fashion paper called 'Le Miroir de la Mode'.

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Which of these is NOT a prominent fashion magazine from the 20th century mentioned in the source?

Answer: Cabinet des Modes

Explanation: While 'Elle', 'Vogue', and 'Marie Claire' are mentioned as prominent 20th-century magazines, 'Cabinet des Modes' is recognized as the first true fashion magazine from the 18th century.

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Digital Transformation in Fashion Media

The Internet has facilitated amateur fashion journalism primarily through the creation of blogs and vlogs.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Internet has opened new avenues for amateur fashion journalism, most notably through the proliferation of blogs and vlogs.

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Nylon magazine exemplifies a publication that has transitioned its focus to digital media, leveraging the advantages of online platforms.

Answer: True

Explanation: Nylon magazine is cited as an example of a publication that has shifted its focus to digital media, benefiting from features like unlimited space, external links, and real-time updates.

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Major fashion magazines have completely abandoned print editions in favor of online-only content in the digital age.

Answer: False

Explanation: Major fashion magazines have adapted by creating online components to complement their print editions, rather than completely abandoning print.

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Digital publication is generally more costly and less convenient than traditional printing for the journalism industry.

Answer: False

Explanation: Digital publication is described as less costly and more convenient than traditional printing, offering advantages like unlimited space and real-time updates.

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What new avenues has the Internet primarily created for amateur fashion journalism?

Answer: Blogs and vlogs

Explanation: The Internet has primarily facilitated amateur fashion journalism through the creation and proliferation of blogs and vlogs.

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How has digital publication generally impacted the journalism industry?

Answer: It has made the industry more fluid, less costly, and more convenient.

Explanation: Digital publication has made the journalism industry more fluid, less costly, and more convenient, offering advantages like unlimited space and real-time updates.

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How have major fashion magazines adapted their business models in response to the digital age?

Answer: They have created online components to complement their print editions.

Explanation: Major fashion magazines have adapted by developing online components to complement their print editions, often enhanced by social media.

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Which of the following is an advantage of digital publication for journalism?

Answer: Real-time updates and corrections.

Explanation: Digital publication offers advantages such as unlimited space for articles, external links, numerous images, and real-time updates and corrections.

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Professional Pathways in Fashion Journalism

Fashion journalism primarily involves writing, photojournalism, reporting on events and trends, and cultivating industry relationships.

Answer: True

Explanation: The source defines fashion journalism as focusing on writing and photojournalism, reporting on and critiquing events and trends, and building relationships with industry professionals.

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Fashion journalists are exclusively employed on a full-time basis by a single publication.

Answer: False

Explanation: Fashion journalists can be employed full-time by a specific publication or work as freelancers, contributing to various outlets.

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A Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism, communications, or fashion is generally required for a fashion journalist.

Answer: True

Explanation: A Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism, communications, or fashion, or a related field, is generally considered a minimum academic requirement for a fashion journalist.

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Practical experience in reporting on fashion is considered less important than academic qualifications for securing employment after graduation.

Answer: False

Explanation: A strong portfolio and practical experience in fashion reporting are considered crucial, alongside academic qualifications, for securing employment.

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Fashion journalism is a broad liberal arts major with no specific concentrations offered at fashion schools.

Answer: False

Explanation: While journalism is a broad liberal arts major, specific concentrations in fashion journalism are indeed offered at certain fashion schools.

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Which of the following is NOT listed as a primary function of fashion journalism?

Answer: Manufacturing clothing lines for designers

Explanation: The primary functions of fashion journalism include reporting, critiquing, and building industry relationships, not manufacturing clothing lines.

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How are fashion journalists typically employed?

Answer: Either full-time by a specific publication or as freelancers.

Explanation: Fashion journalists are typically employed either full-time by a specific publication or as freelancers contributing to various outlets.

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What educational background is generally required for a fashion journalist?

Answer: At least a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in journalism, communications, or fashion.

Explanation: A Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism, communications, or fashion, or a related field, is generally considered a minimum academic requirement for a fashion journalist.

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What is crucial for a fashion journalist to secure employment after graduation, in addition to academic qualifications?

Answer: A strong portfolio and practical experience in reporting on fashion.

Explanation: Beyond academic qualifications, a strong portfolio and practical experience in fashion reporting are crucial for securing employment.

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Influential Voices in Fashion Criticism

Vanessa Friedman serves as the chief fashion director and fashion critic for 'The New York Times'.

Answer: True

Explanation: Vanessa Friedman holds the position of chief fashion director and fashion critic for 'The New York Times'.

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Robin Givhan won The Pulitzer Prize for Criticism in 2016 for her fashion journalism.

Answer: False

Explanation: Robin Givhan won The Pulitzer Prize for Criticism in 2006, not 2016.

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Robin Givhan criticized a political leader for wearing overly formal attire to a casual event.

Answer: False

Explanation: Robin Givhan criticized Dick Cheney for wearing casual attire (a ski cap and parka) to a formal ceremony, emphasizing the importance of political leaders' presentation.

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Cathy Horyn served as the chief critic for 'The New York Times' for 15 years before becoming critic-at-large for 'New York Magazine's' The Cut.

Answer: True

Explanation: Cathy Horyn's career path includes 15 years as chief critic for 'The New York Times' before transitioning to critic-at-large for 'New York Magazine's' The Cut.

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Sarah Mower received an MBE in 2011 for her contributions to fashion and serves as the Ambassador for Emerging Talent at the British Fashion Council.

Answer: True

Explanation: Sarah Mower was awarded an MBE in 2011 for her contributions to fashion and holds the position of Ambassador for Emerging Talent at the British Fashion Council.

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Suzy Menkes currently serves as the Editor of Vogue International and contributes to 'The New York Times International Edition'.

Answer: False

Explanation: Suzy Menkes departed from Vogue International in October 2020 and now produces a podcast and contributes to Air Mail, having previously been a critic for 'The New York Times International Edition'.

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Vanessa Friedman received the Front Page Award for fashion writing in 2012 and the Fashion Monitor Journalist of the Year award in 2013.

Answer: True

Explanation: Vanessa Friedman's accolades include the Front Page Award for fashion writing in 2012 and the Fashion Monitor Journalist of the Year award in 2013.

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Condé Nast International hired Suzy Menkes in 2014 after she spent 25 years as a fashion critic for 'The New York Times International Edition'.

Answer: True

Explanation: Suzy Menkes joined Condé Nast International in 2014 after 25 years as fashion critic for the 'International Herald Tribune', which later became 'The New York Times International Edition'.

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Who is the chief fashion director and fashion critic for 'The New York Times'?

Answer: Vanessa Friedman

Explanation: Vanessa Friedman holds the position of chief fashion director and fashion critic for 'The New York Times'.

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What significant achievement distinguishes Robin Givhan in fashion journalism?

Answer: She was the first and only fashion journalist to win The Pulitzer Prize for Criticism.

Explanation: Robin Givhan is distinguished as the first and only fashion journalist to win The Pulitzer Prize for Criticism.

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What critique did Robin Givhan make that drew attention to her work?

Answer: She highlighted the importance of political leaders' presentation by criticizing Dick Cheney's casual attire at a formal ceremony.

Explanation: Robin Givhan gained attention for criticizing Dick Cheney's casual attire at a formal ceremony, underscoring the significance of political leaders' public presentation.

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Cathy Horyn was awarded the Eugenia Sheppard Award for fashion writing in which year?

Answer: 2001

Explanation: Cathy Horyn received the Eugenia Sheppard Award for fashion writing in 2001.

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What is Sarah Mower's role at the British Fashion Council?

Answer: Ambassador for Emerging Talent

Explanation: Sarah Mower serves as the Ambassador for Emerging Talent at the British Fashion Council.

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What is Suzy Menkes' current primary contribution to fashion media after leaving Vogue International?

Answer: Producing a podcast titled 'Creative Conversations With Suzy Menkes' and contributing to Air Mail.

Explanation: After leaving Vogue International, Suzy Menkes currently produces a podcast and contributes to Air Mail.

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What award did Vanessa Friedman receive in 2013?

Answer: The Fashion Monitor Journalist of the Year award

Explanation: Vanessa Friedman received the Fashion Monitor Journalist of the Year award in 2013.

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Before becoming critic-at-large for 'New York Magazine's' The Cut, Cathy Horyn served as the chief critic for which publication for 15 years?

Answer: The New York Times

Explanation: Cathy Horyn served as the chief critic for 'The New York Times' for 15 years.

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In what year was Sarah Mower recognized with an MBE for her significant contributions to fashion?

Answer: 2011

Explanation: Sarah Mower was recognized with an MBE in 2011 for her contributions to fashion.

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Suzy Menkes moved to Condé Nast International in 2014 after serving as fashion critic for which publication for 25 years?

Answer: The International Herald Tribune

Explanation: Suzy Menkes served as fashion critic for 'The International Herald Tribune' for 25 years before moving to Condé Nast International.

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Core Principles of Journalism

The 'Journalism' sidebar provides a broad overview of various aspects of journalism, including ethical standards and newsroom roles.

Answer: True

Explanation: The 'Journalism' sidebar comprehensively covers various aspects of journalism, including ethical standards and newsroom roles.

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The 'Journalism' sidebar lists 'News style' as an important writing style, which includes principles like the 'Five Ws' and the 'Inverted pyramid' structure.

Answer: True

Explanation: The 'Journalism' sidebar explicitly mentions 'News style' and its associated principles, the 'Five Ws' and the 'Inverted pyramid' structure.

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One ethical consideration in journalism is 'chequebook journalism,' where journalists pay for stories.

Answer: True

Explanation: Chequebook journalism, defined as paying for stories, is listed as an ethical consideration within journalism.

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The decline of newspapers and the concept of 'news deserts' are considered societal aspects related to journalism.

Answer: True

Explanation: The decline of newspapers and the emergence of 'news deserts' are explicitly identified as societal aspects related to journalism.

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The 'Five Ws' and the 'Inverted pyramid' are principles associated with the 'News style' of writing in journalism.

Answer: True

Explanation: The 'News style' of writing in journalism includes the principles of the 'Five Ws' and the 'Inverted pyramid' structure.

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The 'Fourth Estate' and 'Fifth Estate' are concepts related to the ethical standards of journalism.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 'Fourth Estate' and 'Fifth Estate' are concepts related to the *societal aspects* of journalism, not specifically its ethical standards.

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Which specific 'beat' of journalism is highlighted as the subject of this article within the broader 'Journalism' context?

Answer: Fashion journalism

Explanation: The article specifically highlights 'Fashion' journalism as its subject within the broader context of journalism beats.

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What writing style principles are mentioned in the journalism sidebar?

Answer: The 'Five Ws' and the 'Inverted pyramid'

Explanation: The 'News style' of writing, including the 'Five Ws' and the 'Inverted pyramid', is mentioned in the journalism sidebar.

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Which of these is considered an ethical consideration in journalism?

Answer: Chequebook journalism

Explanation: Chequebook journalism, where journalists pay for stories, is listed as an ethical consideration in journalism.

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Which of the following is a societal aspect related to journalism noted in the sidebar?

Answer: The Fourth Estate

Explanation: The concept of the 'Fourth Estate' is listed as a societal aspect related to journalism.

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What does 'editorial independence' refer to in the context of journalism's societal aspects?

Answer: The freedom of media from external control, including independent and state media.

Explanation: Editorial independence refers to the freedom of media from external control, encompassing both independent and state media.

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Journalism Operations and Media Landscape

The sidebar lists only print media types, such as newspapers and magazines, as forms of news media.

Answer: False

Explanation: The sidebar lists various types of news media, including print, broadcast, digital, multimedia, and documentary films, not just print media.

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A 'stringer' is a type of editor typically found in a newsroom.

Answer: False

Explanation: A 'stringer' is a type of journalist, not an editor, typically found in a newsroom.

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Photojournalists are considered a type of journalist role found in a newsroom.

Answer: True

Explanation: Photojournalists are explicitly listed as a type of journalist role typically found within a newsroom.

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Which of the following is NOT listed as a key element of a news article in the journalism sidebar?

Answer: Advertisement

Explanation: The key elements of a news article listed in the sidebar include headline, byline, dateline, report, special report, exclusive, interview, column, opinion piece, and editorial. Advertisement is not listed as a key element of the *news article* itself.

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Which type of news media is NOT listed in the article's sidebar?

Answer: Social media platforms (as primary news sources)

Explanation: The sidebar lists newspapers, magazines, broadcast, digital, multimedia, documentary films, news agencies, alternative media, and nonprofit journalism, but not social media platforms as primary news sources.

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What role is typically found in a newsroom?

Answer: Assignment editor

Explanation: An assignment editor is listed as a role typically found in a newsroom.

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Which of the following is an example of a newsroom role?

Answer: Public editor

Explanation: A public editor is listed as a role typically found in a newsroom.

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