Writing Homework Help

• The dandy. According to Barthes, what is dandyism? What historical factors led to the rise of the dandy as a modern figure? Why does fashion impact the dandy negatively? (5 points)
• The logic of fashion. According to Barthes, what is the logic behind changes in fashion and how are they related to events in history? (5 points)
• Distinction. Elaborate on the significance of the term “distinction,” which Barthes refers to in all three essays on fashion. Why is this concept important, and how does it illuminate 1) the difference between fashion and style, 2) the difference between men’s and women’s clothing? (10 points)

Total word count at least 450