Fashion Design Archive

An abundantly illustrated guide providing the tips, tools, and knowledge that fashion enthusiasts need in order to design and express one-of-a-kind creationsPeople of different skill levels and backgroundsfind themselves drawn to the beauty and creativity of fashion design fora variety of reasons, including the growing trend of "slow fashion."Many would-be designers soon discover, however, that envisioningbrand-new creations and conveying them to others can be a difficult taskfor amateurs and professionals alike. This resource book presentsvarious methods for developing andshowcasing fashion design ideas.Sharing a wealth of fashion know-how, thisguide offers• a comprehensive directory of various clothing items andaccessories, as well as an array of design variations• a discussion of design principles and suggestions for tapping intoreaders' own springs of creativity• a primer on textiles to inform designdecisions• tips and techniques toexpress ideas through design sketches, offering lessons on proportions,fitting, shading, and color• step-by-step instructions that show how to create basic renderings as well as stylized fashioncroquis—both by hand and with the assistance of softwareThroughhelpful images and instructions, this resource provides the toolsfashion enthusiasts need to successfully create and draw their owndesigns.