Jeanine Fahlman

Jeanine Fahlman Communication Capstone Title Multicultural Textiles & Cultural Appropriation Description of Capstone Project WGSN cites the increase of cultural patterns and textiles for 2016/17. What impact could fashion have on cultural diversity acceptance? Today, over 50% of Toronto’s population identify as a minority culture. The three major cultures influencing fashion design are African, South…

Ivanna Hreshchuk

Ivanna Hreshchuk Communication Description of Capstone Project The topic I am exploring for my final capstone is developing and creating a visual identity/voice of Sapa, Vietnam. I am exploring Vietnamese culture/traditions to ultimately create more awareness of the people of Sapa and their surroundings. The research question I aim to address is: How can I…

Mass Exodus 2016

Irene Abigail Mejia Communication Capstone Title Febrina Ayala Description of Capstone Project The brand Febrina Ayala is a social enterprise that sells handmade leather goods. The main goal of Febrina Ayala is to bring awareness and help Mexican artisans that suffer from poor work conditions. To achieve those goals a percentage of our profits will…

Ilona Hurren

Ilona Hurren Communication Capstone Title Selling Fashion in European Markets Description of Capstone Project My capstone project will compare both the advertising and marketing techniques used throughout the Western European and American fashion industry. I intend to analyze the interactions between consumer and company, with an emphasis on how the market is able to influence…

Mass Exodus 2016

Heather Alsen Communication Capstone Title Neighbourhood – Exploring Gender Non-Conformity Description of Capstone Project The creative portion of my capstone will consist of interviews and photographs of approximately 10 individuals in Toronto’s gender non-conforming community. Participants represent a diverse range of gender identities, sexual orientations and cultural backgrounds. The final product will be formatted in…

Hanna Otto

Hanna Otto Communication Capstone Title The Babe Skate Project Description of Capstone Project Skateboarding is often seen as a masculine activity, and the subculture surrounding the sport more often caters to male interests and a “masculine” aesthetic. Females who skateboard are a minority within the skate community and the focus of this capstone is to…

Erika Raposo

Erika Raposo Communication Capstone Title Confessions Of A Bridal Consultant Description of Capstone Project My intended capstone project for the winter term is in the form of a coffee table book that explores all topics of challenging the social norms of body image and the wedding dress industry through ‘the eyes of a wedding dress…

Emilia Mahdiyan

Emilia Mahdiyan Communication Capstone Title Mika Description of Capstone Project An ecofeminist organic makeup brand- focused on marketing to seniors in relevant ways.         Back to Profiles

Christina Ho

Christina Ho Communication Capstone Title JUST FOR ME(n) Description of Capstone Project Advertisements showcase current societal thoughts and when deemed taboo, are seen as improper or unacceptable. Taboo advertising started with fashion brands promoting their products. They create an intense shock value to capture attention. Sex sells! As a society, what does taboo advertising say…

Carrie Cai

Carrie Cai Communication Capstone Title Youth I.D. Description of Capestone Project Exploring youth and identity in contemporary popular music videos, looking at common themes and values represented and how they speak to/shape young adolescent identities. Will be directing 2-3 music videos for my creative.         Back to Profiles