Following the format of The Art Book" this volume looks at the fashion world & the people who created & inspired it. The book contains an A-Z guide to the 500 most important names in fashion since the 1860s including clothes & accessory designers photographers models & iconic individuals who instigated or symbolize a fashion movement. Designers represented include Paul Poiret Christian Dior Balenciaga John Galliano Coco Chanel Pierre Balmain Alexander Mc Queen Stella Mc Cartney Jeanne Lanvin & Issey Miyake. The book provides a survey of fashion photography with work from Cecil Beaton David Bailey Guy Bourdin Irving Penn Steven Meisel Nan Goldin Eve Arnold Craig Mc Dean Richard Avedon & Helmut Newton. The book is arranged alphabetically & a cross-reference system & glossary explain collaborations & techniques used in fashion." ...

This book is the perfect gift for any aspiring fashion designer. It's packed full of advice handy hints & top tricks & tips to help fashionist as get started on the path to fashion stardom. Full of stunning full colour illustrations & with a stylist's sketchbook section at the back this book is a must have for anyone with a passion for fashion. ...

Fashion buying a key component in fashion retailing is second only to design as a career option for fashion graduates. The buyer has a central role in influencing what consumers choose to wear & in determining whether a fashion retailing company succeeds or fails. Buying is a multi-faceted job which typically involves fashion forecasting range-planning garment sourcing & budgeting. This comprehensive textbook describes the buying cycle buying for stores & mail order & how to start a career in fashion buying. A glossary of buying terminology as well as input from fashion buyers currently working for major companies give a clear insight into this exciting & challenging role. The new edition has been revised throughout

Includes:: more emphasis on buying for the internet & all the interviews have been updated or replaced.

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This book offers a thorough grounding in the principles of fashion design describing the qualities & skills needed to become a fashion designer examining the varied career opportunities available & giving a balanced inside view of the fashion business today. Subjects covered include how to interpret a project brief; building a collection; choosing fabric; fit cutting & making techniques; portfolio presentation & fashion marketing & economics. This third edition has been totally redesigned & extensively updated with new images showing the latest fashion trends & coverage of new techniques. ...

Fashion Design: The Complete Guide is a modern & stylish introduction to working within the fashion industry today. Catwalk images show the latest trends & contributions from industry professionals span centres of fashion across London Paris & New York. A fabulous selection of images & plenty of suggestions of further resources make this a useful & exciting springboard into a successful career in fashion. This behind-the-scenes guide to the study of fashion is for current & aspiring designers fashion lovers & students. It provides an all-inclusive overview of the entire design process covering the history of fashion fashion illustration colour & fabrics the journey from concept to finished garment research processes presenting a collection & professional practice. It is generously illustrated throughout with images from famous designers

Includes:: promising graduate work & showcases original artwork from a variety of studios. The new essential text for aspiring fashion designers Fashion Design: The Complete Guide is filled with practical advice at every stage including help with portfolios personal promotion & career opportunities. With an attractive & colourful layout every chapter also

Includes:: interviews discussion questions activities & further reading. The book is illustrated with beautiful examples of work from both established & up-&-coming designers including Alexander Mc Queen Viktor & Rolf Jean-Paul Gaultier Christian Dior Anna Sui Jonathan Saunders Mary Katrantzou & Elie Saab & pictures of style icons such as Tilda Swinton & Gwen Stefani.



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In this book students will learn various methods of designing fashion how to create & use inspirations how fabric & colour strengthen a designers viewpoint how to create dynamic fabric stories that form well-merchandized groups & how to refine their own vision as a fashion designer. By mastering key principles students will develop & refine their creativity & increase their understanding of what makes a successful design. In these pages assignments challenge the reader to go from conceptual understanding of these principles to their practical application. Interviews with fashion industry leaders give the reader inside information on what makes a successful fashion designer today. The final chapter provides full preparation for the professional world including putting together a portfolio writing a CV & interview technique. ...

The Fashion Design Directory" is the ultimate guide to whos who in the world of fashion design. Fully illustrated it presents 125 of the key design practitioners from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day the people & companies who have shaped the world of fashion & those who define the modern perception of style. It features established designers such as Valentino charts the evolution of long-standing couture houses such as Chanel & signals the success of rising stars including Christopher Kane & Rodarte. " The Fashion Design Directory" is unique in offering an expert & insightful overview of each protagonist alongside full colour images showcasing past & present collections. Dipping into the pages of this stylish & luxurious book will transport readers into a world of beauty creativity eccentricity elegance sophistication & captivating catwalk glamour." ...

This is the fabric & textile directory that dressmakers & fashion designers have been waiting for. This book is like having your own personal shopper able to recommend fabrics to suit the effects you want to achieve show you how the fabric will perform & recommend ways of using it. Each fabric in the directory is accompanied by photographs presented in a way that makes the properties of the fabric come alive for the viewer allowing you to really understand how a fabric might behave. The Fashion Designers Textile Directory" is sure to become essential reading for every designer wanting to communicate their final vision through the appropriate use of fabric." ...

Dog lovers will adore this gorgeous collection of coats scarves collars & cushions to knit crochet & sew for their favourite pet. The book covers a range of contemporary classic & retro styles including a cable-stitched roll-neck sweater a Goth-style coat sporting a skull-&-crossbone motif on the back for dogs with attitude a pretty pink loop-edged top for more feminine pups & a variety of cushions scarves collars & pendants. All the patterns are accompanied by clear instructions & are beautifully modelled by Pablo the border terrier Bella & Choupy the chihuahuas a pair of Shi-Tzus called Caramel & Lovely & various other dogs in appealing poses. Accompanied by charts & templates where applicable this book is a must for knitters & stitchers of all abilities. ...

The fast & easy way to learn the art of fashion drawing This fun guide gives you dozens of step-by-step diagrams that walk you through the process of preparing creative illustrations that you can later develop into dynamic presentations for your design portfolio. Plus youll not only learn how to draw clothes & fabric but also how to show details that make up the total look: faces & hairstyles fashion accents & a wide variety of textures. If youre an aspiring fashion designer you know its essential to be able to draw prepare & present a fashion drawing. Whether you have little or no prior drawing experience Fashion Drawing For Dummies gives you easy-to-follow non-intimidating instructions for mastering the drawing skills you need to design like a pro.* Learn the rules & techniques of fashion drawing* Draw the fashion figure in different poses & from multiple angles* Discover how to complement your drawings with accessories clothing & style If youre a fledgling designer looking for non-intimidating guidance on learning the ins & outs of fashion drawing this friendly guide has you covered! ...