Understanding Aesthetics for the Merchandising and Design Professional

(Paperback, 2nd edition)

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Bridging the gap between the study of aesthetics and its application in the merchandising and design environments, the 2nd Edition of Understanding Aesthetics presents a research-based focus on the concepts of aesthetics and their effect on product value and consumer behavior. The multisensory approach to studying the elements and principles of design helps students master the underlying factors of successful design and learn how products and their promotional surroundings can establish brand identity and create a pleasing environment for the consumer.

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Ann Marie Fiore is an associate professor of textiles and clothing at Iowa State University. Her research focuses on experiential aspects of consumer behavior, including the effect of catalogs, websites, and store designs on consumers. She also does consulting for International Flavors and Fragrances, Inc. and is working with students on developing a holistic, aesthetic identity for small businesses in the Main Street Iowa Program, which is part of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.