About Sara Jablon-Roberts
I am an Associate Professor of Fashion Merchandising and Retailing at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island, a freelance costume designer, and a Writing and Research Coach.
I have a PhD in Apparel, Merchandising, and Design from Iowa State University, an MFA in Costume Design from New York University, and an BA in English from University of Pennsylvania.
My research agenda combines the creative practice of costume design with historical dress, social and psychological aspects of fashion, and the communicative qualities of appearance. Research conducted for theatrical productions and academic projects has inspired creative fashion design projects as well. I also help scholars and researchers with their writing journey!
To see me talk about my research on the creativity and challenges for costume designers facing historically set productions, click here for my interview with Eulanda Sanders, PhD for the INNOVATIONS Insights podcast.
To see me talk about my design and scholarly work at Iowa State, click here for an interview with Megan Reuther of WHO TV 13 in Des Moines.
