Kathryn Reiley
Adjunct Professor, Apparel Design and Retail and Consumer Studies
Credentials
Ph.D.
Selected Scholarship
Publications
- Reiley, K. and DeLong, M. (2023). The student learning experience: A case study in object-based learning. Clothing and Textiles Research Journal Focus Issue on Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, 41(1), pp. 57-70.
- Reiley, K. (2021). Pop, Hip Hop, Techno, and Indie Music and Fashion of the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s. Lesson Plan, Berg Fashion Library. London: Bloomsbury. DOI: 10.5040/9781350930766.BFLP2102. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5040/9781350930766.BFLP2102
- Reiley, K. (2021). Punk, Goth, and Grunge Music and Fashion of the 1970s to the 1990s. Lesson Plan, Berg Fashion Library. London: Bloomsbury. DOI: 10.5040/9781350934658.LP0042. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5040/9781350934658.LP0042
- Reiley, K. (2021). Music and Fashion of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. Lesson Plan, Berg Fashion Library. London: Bloomsbury. DOI: 10.5040/9781350934658.LP0030. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5040/9781350934658.LP0030
- Reiley, K. (2021). Music, Dance and Fashion of the 1920s, 30s, and 40s. Lesson Plan, Berg Fashion Library. London: Bloomsbury. DOI: 10.5040/9781350934658.LP0029. Retrieved from http://dx.doi.org/10.5040/9781350934658.LP0029
- Reiley, K. (in press). Punk, Goth, and Grunge Music and Fashion of the 1970s to the 1990s. Lesson Plan, Berg Fashion Library. Reiley, K. (in press). Music and Fashion of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. Lesson Plan, Berg Fashion Library.
- Reiley, K. (in press). Music, Dance and Fashion of the 1920s, 30s, and 40s. Lesson Plan, Berg Fashion Library.
- Reiley, K. (2018). 19th and Early 20th Century Fashion History and Women’s Dress Reform in North America and Western Europe. Lesson Plan, Berg Fashion Library. Retrieved from https://www-bloomsburyfashioncentral-com.ezp3.lib.umn.edu/lesson-plans
- Reiley, K. (2017). Sustainability and the Fashion Industry. Lesson Plan, Berg Fashion Library. Retrieved from https://www-bloomsburyfashioncentral-com.ezp3.lib.umn.edu/lesson-plans
- DeLong, M., Heinemann, B., and Reiley, K. (2014). Redefining, Redesigning Fashion: Designs for Sustainability. Fashion Practice, 6(1).
- Reiley, K. and DeLong, M. (2011). A consumer vision for sustainable fashion practice. Fashion Practice, 3(1), pp. 63-84.
- DeLong, M., Heinemann, B., and Reiley, K. (2005). Hooked on Vintage! Fashion Theory, 9(1), pp. 23-42.
- Bye, E.K., and Reiley, K. (2003). Comparison of information about the quality of apparel in three retail formats. Perceptual and Motor Skills, 96, pp.839-846.
Juried Exhibitions
January 2013–May 2013: Co-curator of Redefining, Redesigning Fashion: Designs for Sustainability. Goldstein Museum of Design, St. Paul, MN
- Juried exhibition that explored how designers can create clothing and accessories with sensitivity to environmental, economic and social concerns. Exhibition featured innovative solutions by 30 designers from the USA, Europe, Australia and Asia.
Refereed Presentations
- Reiley, K., and Heinemann, B. (2024). Vintage Dress in Role Playing to Convey Essential Film Characters. Fashion and Play Symposium, University of Minnesota.
- Reiley, K., and DeLong, M. (2021). Evaluation of Object Based Student Learning Experiences During COVID-19. Costume Society of America National Symposium.
- Reiley, K. and Fischer, N. (2018). Will Vintage Shops Survive? Apparel Retail in the 21st Century. Fashion and the Future Symposium, University of Minnesota.
- Reiley, K., Heinemann, B., and DeLong, M. (2016). For the Love of Oscar. Costume Society of America National Symposium.
- Reiley, K., and McElvain, J. (2015). Little House on the Prairie Inspired Fashion of the 1970s and 1980s. Costume Society of America Midwest Regional Conference.
- Reiley, K., and Janigo, K. (2015). Are You a Betty or a Joan? The Communication of Female Gender Identity at Mad Men Theme Parties. Popular Culture Association Midwest Regional Conference.
- Reiley, K., and Janigo, K. (2014). Poppin’ Tags: How Consumers Communicate Uniqueness with Vintage Clothing. ITAA National Conference.
- Reiley, K., and Janigo, K. (2014). Mad Men Party Guests Go Mad For Vintage! Costume Society of America Regional Conference.
- DeLong, M., Heinemann, B., Reiley, K., and Casto, M. (2014). Communicating Modernity: The Changing Meaning of Black in Fashion. Fashion and Communication Symposium, University of Minnesota. Session Presider, 2014 Fashion and Communication Symposium
- DeLong, M., Heinemann, B., and Reiley, K. (2014). Viewed Up Close and Personal--or From a Distance? Popular Culture and American Culture Associations National Conference.
- DeLong, M., Heinemann, B., and Reiley, K. (2013). Lessons Learned from Youth about Sustainable Practices. U of M Extension Fall Program Conference.
- Reiley, K., Heinemann, B., and DeLong, M. (2013). Redefining, Redesigning Fashion. Armchair Exhibition Tour. Costume Society of America National Symposium.
- Reiley, K., Heinemann, B., and DeLong, M. (2012). Redefining, Redesigning Fashion. Costume Society of America Regional Conference.
- Sowers, C., Reiley, K., Koo, H., Sohn, M., Goncu-Berk, G., and LaBat, K. (2012). Exploration of prominent personality types of undergraduate apparel studies students using Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator. ITAA National Conference.
- Reiley, K., Heinemann, B., and DeLong, M. (2010). Fashion of second-hand apparel: Sustainability through pathways of consumption. Popular Culture and American Culture Associations National Conference.
- Reiley, K. and DeLong, M. (2009). Creating a unique look: Exploring vintage and new clothing wearers. Popular Culture and American Culture Associations National Conference.
- Reiley, K. and DeLong, M. (2008). Desiring a unique appearance: Exploring vintage and new clothing wearers. Phi Upsilon Omicron National Conclave.
- Reiley, K., Heinemann, B., and DeLong, M. (2006). Hooked on vintage dress: Collectors, collecting and collections. Costume Society of America National Symposium.
- Reiley, K. and DeLong, M. (2004). Is wearing vintage clothing an innovation? Costume Society of America National Symposium.
- Reiley, K., Heinemann, B., and DeLong, M. (2002). Wearing vintage as finishing touch. Costume Society of America Regional Conference.
Teaching
University of Minnesota
Resident and outreach teaching
- ADES 3121: History of Fashion
- ADES 3217: Fashion-Trends and Communication
- DES 1904: Fashion and Music Freshman Seminar
- DES 3351: Phenomenon of Everyday Design
- ADES 4218W/APST 5218: Fashion, Design, and the Global Industry
- RM 1201: Fashion, Ethics and Consumption
- RM 4117W: Retail Environments and Human Behavior
- RM 4216: Retail Promotions
- RM 4217: International Retail Markets
Other Institutions
St. Catherine University
- FASH 2150W: Sociocultural Aspects of Dress
- FASH 3000: History of Dress
- MRCH 3450: Visual Merchandising
Selected Honors and Awards
- Outstanding Teaching Award, College of Design, University of Minnesota, 2016
- Nomination: College of Design Outstanding Adjunct Teaching Award 2014. University of Minnesota.
- Mary Hoover Award for Teaching Excellence 2005-2006. University of Minnesota.
Leadership and Service
Educational Committee Service
- College of Design, University of Minnesota Honors and Awards Committee member, 2016-2019
- Adjunct Faculty Leadership Committee member, 2015-2017
- Library and Visual Resources Committee member, 2006-2007
- Graduate Student Rep, Department of Design, Housing and Apparel, 2006-2007
- Art Institutes International MN Faculty Development Committee member, 2015-2017
Professional Service
- Reviewer: Journal of Fashion Practice, September 2024
- Reviewer: Journal of Global Fashion Marketing, February 2023
- Reviewer: Journal of Fashion Practice, February 2023
- Co-chair: Costume Society of America National Symposium 2022, December 2019–June 2022
- Reviewer: Journal of Fashion Practice, May 2020
- Production Management: N95 Alternative Mask Project, April–May 2020
- Reviewer: Journal of Global Fashion Marketing, October 2019
- Reviewer: Journal of Fashion Practice, February 2019 Reviewer: Journal of Fashion Practice, October 2017
- Co-chair: Fashion and the Body Symposium, University of Minnesota, April 29–30, 2016
Kathryn Reiley

Specialties & Expertise:
Vintage Clothing Market, Dress History and Aesthetics, Textiles, and Consumer Behavior