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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

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