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Membership Information
Joining Costume Society of America is a strategic step toward deeper engagement with the field of dress and fashion studies. Whether you're a curator, designer, historian, or student, CSA offers benefits that support your work, expand your network, and keep you informed. From exclusive publications and programming to awards, discounts, and leadership opportunities, CSA membership is designed to meet you where you are—and help you grow.
CSA offers annual memberships for Individuals, Businesses, Museums, and Associations (available directly through CSA), as well as Libraries (available through our publisher). Enrollment begins once payment is received (and for Student, Emerging Professional, and Retired/Emeritus categories, once eligibility is confirmed). New members receive a formal welcome letter within one month of approval, along with access to member benefits and communications.
Individual Memberships
Not only is joining Costume Society of America a strategic investment in scholarship, connection, and professional growth—it also gives you access to a wide range of member benefits designed to support your work, expand your network, and deepen your engagement with the field.
A Standard Level Membership for $130 provides full access to CSA’s benefits:
Annual Meeting & Symposium registration at the member rate
Attend CSA’s flagship event at a discounted rate, with access to panels, workshops, exhibitions, and networking opportunities across disciplines.
Eligibility for grants and awards
Apply for member-exclusive opportunities—including
grants, awards, and honors—that recognize and support research, creative work, travel, and professional achievement in the field of dress and fashion studies.
Print and digital access to Dress
Receive two print issues per year of CSA’s peer-reviewed journal
Dress, plus full online access to current and archived content.
Online access to Fashion Theory
Expand your research reach with digital access to Fashion Theory: The Journal of Dress, Body & Culture, included with your CSA membership.
CSA Monthly e-News
Stay informed with CSA’s monthly newsletter featuring society updates, member highlights, calls for papers, and upcoming events.
Access to the CSA Study of Dress and Fashion Forum (CSDF Forum)
Join active discussions with fellow members in CSA’s online forum—ideal for sharing research, posing questions, and building connections.
Discounts on CSA series publications
Enjoy reduced pricing on our
CSA Series of scholarly publications, proudly published by Kent State University Press
Discounts on regional CSA-sponsored and co-sponsored events
Attend local symposia, workshops, and meetings at a discounted member rate.
Access to CSA’s members-only website
Log in to manage your profile, register for events, join forums, access publications, and explore resources tailored to your membership.
Online CSA Membership Directory
Connect with fellow members across regions and specialties through CSA’s searchable directory.
Job board listing at member rate
Post opportunities on CSA’s
job board at a discounted rate—ideal for institutions and individuals seeking qualified candidates.
Voting privileges
Participate in CSA governance with one vote in annual elections and organizational decisions.
CSA offers reduced-rate membership tiers to support students, recent graduates, and retired professionals—ensuring continued access to the full range of benefits while recognizing different stages of career and contribution.
Student – $65
Includes all Standard Level benefits at a reduced rate. Eligibility requires full- or part-time enrollment in a degree-granting program (including online), with proof of student status.
Emerging Professional – $105
Includes all Standard Level benefits at a reduced rate for individuals within three years of graduation. Eligibility is confirmed prior to activation.
Retired/Emeritus – $105
Includes all Standard Level benefits at a reduced rate for members who have retired or attained Emeritus status and have at least five years of CSA membership (self-reported). Proof of status may be requested.
CSA Patron and Champion memberships offer an opportunity to support the society beyond the standard rate, helping sustain discounted access for students, emerging professionals, and retired members while receiving all the benefits of Standard membership.
CSA Patron - $155
This level includes a $25 donation to CSA, which subsidizes the discount for one Emerging Professional or Retired/Emeritus membership. 
CSA Champion - $195
This level includes a $65 donation to CSA, which subsidizes the cost for one Student membership.
You can also join by downloading this form and sending with payment to:
Costume Society of America
P.O. Box 852
Columbus, GA 31902-0852
Memberships for Museums, Associations, and Businesses
Designed for mission-aligned partners seeking engagement with CSA’s professional network, resources, and programming opportunities.
Museum & Association - $260
Museum and Association Members are non-profit organizations that have multiple staff or board of director members who would like to participate in CSA activities and services. This level includes all Standard Level benefits for two (2) members.
Please note: organizations such as libraries and universities that would like to provide public access to Dress through their online library database or with physical copies in the stacks require Library Memberships. Please see information on that type below.
Business Associate - $380
Business Associate Members are for-profit companies with staff who wish to engage with CSA’s professional community. This level includes all Standard Level benefits for two members, plus a listing in the CSA Business Directory, one annual promotional e-blast (valued at $200), 10% off CSA advertising rates, and access to the job board at the member rate.
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Business Associates and Museums & Associations Memberships can be purchased by clicking below.
You can also join by downloading this form and sending with payment to:
Costume Society of America
P.O. Box 852
Columbus, GA 31902-0852
Library Memberships
Library Membership (formerly “Institutional”) is designed for libraries, universities, and similar entities that wish to offer public access to Dress—either through their online databases or physical collections. This subscription also grants eligibility for two individuals from the subscribing organization to receive full CSA member benefits.
To subscribe, or for additional information, click here to visit our publisher, Taylor & Francis Online, send an email to subscriptions@tandf.co.uk, or call 1 800 354 1420 ext. 4. Subscriptions fees are currently $500 for online only, $714 for print and online.
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To subscribe, or for additional information, click here to visit our publisher, send an email to subscriptions@tandf.co.uk, or call 1 800 354 1420 ext 4.
Membership rates are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes, but may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses. Donations above the price of Individual Membership may be deductible as charitable contributions to the extent provided by law.