**Table of Contents:**

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Chapter 1

: Introduction**
- Background of the Study
- Research Objectives
- Scope and Limitations
- Significance of the Study
- Definition of Terms

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Chapter 2

: Literature Review**
- Historical Overview of Costume Design in Portraiture
- Theoretical Framework: Identity in Art and Fashion Studies
- Case Studies: Analysis of Selected Contemporary Portraits
- Intersectionality of Art, Fashion, and Identity

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Chapter 3

: Methodology**
- Research Design
- Data Collection Methods
- Sampling Techniques
- Data Analysis Procedures

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Chapter 4

: Findings**
- Analysis of Costume Design Elements in Contemporary Portraiture
- Themes and Patterns in Clothing Choices
- Influence of Cultural and Societal Factors on Costume Design
- Artists' Perspectives on the Role of Clothing in Identity Representation

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Chapter 5

: Discussion**
- Interpretation of Findings
- Implications for Artistic Practice and Theory
- Limitations of the Study
- Recommendations for Future Research

**Chapter 6: Conclusion**
- Summary of Key Findings
- Contribution to the Field
- Final Thoughts and Reflections

**References**

**Appendices**
- Interview Transcripts
- Visual Documentation (if applicable)