Arts - Buffalo State College
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Business and Fashion & Textile Technology<br />
the rise of the eco-friendly/ green movement, these data raises the<br />
question about the effect of disposable diapers on the environment.<br />
This research explores the fabric content of disposable diapers to<br />
create a better understanding of how well the fibers, nonwoven<br />
cottons and synthetics, perform when used in diapers as well as<br />
its level of biodegradability. The disposable diaper has it pros and<br />
cons depending on fiber content because the mechanical and<br />
surface properties. The reusable cloth diaper is an alternative to the<br />
disposable diaper; however, it is not necessarily the better option.<br />
One’s consumer lifestyle plays a role selecting the best option.<br />
Presentation Type and Session: Poster IV<br />
Eco-Chic Weddings: Wearing Killer Heels<br />
Without Leaving a Footprint<br />
Monique Sayles, HTR 375: Events Management<br />
Faculty Mentor: Professor Kathleen O’Brien, Hospitality and<br />
Tourism<br />
I have a strong interest in the environment although I did not<br />
want to become a diehard crusader for Planet Earth. That said I still<br />
want to do my part in helping sustain this beautiful planet for future<br />
generations to come, while adding my passion for wedding planning.<br />
Wedding planning and being environmentally friendly may not<br />
be compatible activities in the minds of most people. However, by<br />
keeping a focus on the client’s taste and background combined with<br />
the event planner’s knowledge of eco- friendly products, it may be<br />
easier than you think. This research project utilizes a case study<br />
method to examine opportunities to plan “green weddings”. Three<br />
different types of weddings from different price points are designed.<br />
A review of literature in the fields of events and sustainability,<br />
combined with artistic creativity will reveal ways event planners can<br />
make weddings truly eco-chic!<br />
Presentation Type and Session: Poster IV<br />
The Effects of Off-Season Weddings On<br />
the Hospitality Industry<br />
Stacy Soto, HTR 375: Events Management<br />
Faculty Mentor: Professor Kathleen O’Brien, Hospitality and<br />
Tourism<br />
This research project explores the reasons why off-season<br />
weddings are beneficial to the hospitality industry. We are all aware<br />
of magnificent weddings that occur when the flowers bloom and the<br />
sun is shining. But, what about the other seasons throughout the<br />
year in a place like <strong>Buffalo</strong>-Niagara? I have gathered information<br />
and data on the economic advantages off-season weddings to this<br />
region. More importantly, I have examined their impact on the<br />
industry and will report the information as an economic impact<br />
study. The conclusion is that off-season weddings impact the<br />
hospitality industry in many ways, due to the creation of steady<br />
demands for services throughout the year.<br />
Presentation Type and Session: Poster III<br />
An Exploration of Unisex Skateboarding<br />
Apparel<br />
Gwendolyn Smith, FTT 451: Senior Project<br />
Faculty Mentor: Professor Lynn Boorady, Technology<br />
Skateboarding is a male focused sport that is currently seeing an<br />
influx of female participants. This project looked at expanding the<br />
offerings of skateboarding apparel to not only include women but<br />
keep the existing male target market. I wanted the line to convey a<br />
simplistic idea of cool that is realistic to the sport and can be used for<br />
fashion or for riding around. Taking a cinematic theme and focusing<br />
on the image of the “cool” persona, I made a sportswear collection<br />
of six different looks: three men’s garments and three women’s<br />
garments. Current and future trend research was completed and<br />
current skateboarding active wear was analyzed. I was able to look<br />
at existing active wear trends in skateboarding and create new looks<br />
for both men and women that are fashion forward while also being<br />
functional. Suitable fabrics – both knit and woven - were identified<br />
in the marketplace. Fit sessions were held with athletic models to<br />
ensure range of motion. The collection is a set of six garments that<br />
includes’ cropped pants, shorts, skirts, and sportswear top’s that can<br />
be mixed and matched. The garments offer different looks for both<br />
genders but at the same time have similar key pieces to tie the line<br />
together. This collection gives both genders new looks in functional<br />
clothing suitable for their extreme sport.<br />
Presentation Type and Session: Poster V<br />
An Exploration of Cotton Production In<br />
Turkey<br />
Chanel Taylor, FTT 450W: Issues in the Apparel and Textile<br />
Industry<br />
Faculty Mentor: Professor Lynn Boorady, Technology<br />
With the many features that follow the production of cotton,<br />
cotton production in Turkey has created both growth and<br />
deterioration in its economy. This research looks at cotton grown<br />
in Turkey, which is the 5th largest cotton consumer in the world.<br />
Cotton is important to the economy because the major exports of<br />
cotton sell to the United <strong>State</strong>s and the European Union. Conditions<br />
in the region where cotton is produced a major factor concerning<br />
growth of the crop. Farmers sometimes over irrigate which causes<br />
massive amounts of water loss and creates drainage and salinity<br />
problems. The energy used in production causes harmful effects<br />
to both farmers and the environment. The use of patents allowed<br />
Turkey to succeed in the textile industry but with competition in<br />
China, their production slowed down. Due to insufficient government<br />
policies, cotton production sustainability has remained in risk. In this<br />
paper, the political and economic aspects are defined as the result in<br />
Turkey’s cotton production both locally and globally.<br />
Presentation Type and Session: Poster III