An essential primer for students and first-stop reference for professionals, The Fashion Design Reference & Specification Booktakes the fashion designer through the entire design process, from conceiving a garment to marketing it.
This valuable handbook contains the information and ideas essential to planning and executing fashion projects of every scale and distills them in an easy-to-use format that is compact enough to slip into a tote. Linking six central phases in the cycle of fashion—research, editing, design, construction, connection, and evolution—The Fashion Design Reference & Specification Book helps designers develop effective strategies for building a cohesive collection and communicating their vision.
The Reference & Specification Book series from Rockport Publishers offers students and practicing professionals in a range of creative industries must-have information in their area of specialty in an up-to-date, concise handbook.
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129 reviews for The Fashion Design Reference & Specification Book: Everything Fashion Designers Need to Know Every Day
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Elizabeth –
Absolutely love this book! Totally for beginners!! MOST Have if your new to Fashion Design!!!
jsalmanowicz –
I can’t begin to describe all that I have learned from this fantastic book. Mr. Calderin is an amazing teacher who has pushed me to evolve my design ideas much further than I could on my own.
Ashley123 –
Not was I was expecting. This is a basic book that covers just some of what you would learn in 1st year in a fashion degree program. This might be good for those that want a brief introduction into the basics of fashion design though. It covers a lot of different topics, such as how to use color in a collection and how to render your designs on paper, but does not delve into any given area past a basic surface level. Also, please note that this book does not aid with any technical sewing or pattern making skill development.
TCHIANA DOBBS –
Lots of info
Carl E Hardin –
This book was bought for my daughter who loves fashion design and is a fashion design student. She loved this book and it is as described.
Jan Afram –
Den är bra för nybörjare
Kelly –
Love this book. It’s a must have especially if you’re new to designing and styling. It’s like a bible
Reiki Ree –
A worthwhile purchase. I am not a Fashion Student. I like to sew clothes for myself and my grandbaby. This was a very interesting read and has helped to fill in some blank spaces regarding designing my own clothes.
Don –
I bought this book as a Christmas gift for my Grandson. He loved it and will find it very useful for his studies.
Arina Orlova –
Helpful book about all the aspects of the fashion business. The reality is explained there and different solutions to inevitable problems are given.
Amazon Customer –
Great product