Designer's Guide to Fashion Apparel

Designers Guide to Fashion Apparel explores the creative process of apparel design and the development of a collection. From budget to couture, childrens to mens and womens, fashion-forward to traditional and formal to active, the text demonstrates the proper application of design principles in creating aesthetically pleasing apparel while emphasizing the importance of production parameters as dictated by the needs of the target consumer. Written from an industry perspective, the book is intended to nurture the students interest in design while providing the thorough grounding needed for a successful career in the business.