A reference to the various shapes, forms and styles that are used in the field of fashion design, covering elements from neckines to cuffs to hems and specilaity fabrics.

A fabric and textile directory. It is suitable for the designers wanting to communicate their final vision through the appropriate use of fabric.

More than 1,200 detailed illustrations provide the building blocks for designing imaginative and original clothing.

Follow the step-by-step process of designing clothing and find out what it's like to work in the fashion industry.

Now in full colour, the third edition of this practical text takes students step-by-step through the pre-production processes of apparel product development: planning, forecasting, fabricating, line development, technical design, pricing and sourcing and includes a greater focus on current issues, for example sustainability and business ethics.

This book will be a priceless resource for those considering adventuring into the fashion industry, yet not knowing how or where to start. Comprised of detailed information, How to Start a Home-based Fashion Design Business will be a guide for the aspiring designer to plan and execute a successful home based business. This material will not only provide a fashion realm, but will show how to create additional revenue streams in the sewing field. This book will be the "one stop shop" for the small designer.