CONTENIDO:
INTRODUCTION
- Who this book is for
- How to use this book
- Have you got what it takes?
- The first steps
- The college syllabus
I. CONTEXT
- Context
- Historical context
- Fashion time line
- The uses of clothing
- The language of fashion
- Global context
- Haute couture
- The fashion calendar
- Time and timing
- Cultural context
- Media
II. FROM MANUFACTURE TO MARKET
- Historical background
- Manufacture today
- Types of producer
- Market segmentation
- Types of retailer
- Price points
- The price cycle
- Company identity and branding
III. THE BODY
- Inspiring bodies
- Drawing and illustration
- Using computers
- The elements of design
- The principles of design
- Bodylines and details
IV. COLOUR AND FABRIC
- Colour basics
- How colour works
- Fibre types
- Fabrics
- The fashion cycle
- Range-building
- Fabric suppliers
- Fabric fairs
V. IN THE STUDIO
- The college studio
- Measuring and mapping
- Pattern-drafting
- Developing the pattern
- The toile
- Draping on the stand
- Cutting the sample
- Sewing
- Tailoring
- Haberdashery
- Fit and garment presentation
VI. THE PROJECT
- What is a project?
- Aims and objectives
- Inspiration
- Personal creativity and style
- Presentation
- The crit
- Assessment
VII. THE FINAL
- Collection ¿ and beyond
- The college fashion show
- Student exhibitions
- Your portfolio
- Work placement and internships
- Careers in fashion
- The interview
Glossary
Useful addresses
Fabric and resources
Fashion schools
Museums and costume galleries
Film and literature
Shops and suppliers
Pattern-drafting and sewing terms
Further reading
Index
Picture credits & acknowledgements
