Draping for Fashion Design (3rd Edition) [Paperback]

Hilde Jaffe (Author), Nurie Relis (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0130826669 | ISBN-13: 978-0130826664 | Publication Date: October 27, 1999 | Edition: 3rd

This workbook provides basic material on design and patternmaking, with an emphasis on instructions for draping. It acknowledges dramatic industry changes with the integration of computers into virtually every step of the apparel manufacturing process, and introduces readers to the functions and skills needed to utilize this highly versatile and efficient tool. Narrative sections and illustrations cover the topics of basic patterns, bodices, skirts, pants, collars, sleeves, and pockets. Additional chapters on sportswear, functional finishes, and draping, supply even more explanation on simplified methods currently employed in the industry. For anyone preparing for a career, or interested in learning the latest techniques, in the fashion industry.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

This second edition is a significantly expanded and revised version of the book that has been the basic instructional text for draping in numerous fashion design programs since its original publication. The book covers all of the fundamental material for the first year of study in an intensive fashion design program, plus the new edition has been expanded to include many of the more complex draping techniques covered in more advanced courses. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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This workbook provides basic material on design and patternmaking, with an emphasis on instructions for draping. It acknowledges dramatic industry changes with the integration of computers into virtually every step of the apparel manufacturing process, and introduces readers to the functions and skills needed to utilize this highly versatile and efficient tool. Narrative sections and illustrations cover the topics of basic patterns, bodices, skirts, pants, collars, sleeves, and pockets. Additional chapters on sportswear, functional finishes, and draping, supply even more explanation on simplified methods currently employed in the industry. For anyone preparing for a career, or interested in learning the latest techniques, in the fashion industry.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 225 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 3rd edition (October 27, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130826669
• ISBN-13: 978-0130826664
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #928,468 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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103 of 107 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exactly what you need to know, March 19, 2003

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Mimi Jackson "www.findadressmaker.com" (Jamaica Estates, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Draping for Fashion Design (3rd Edition) (Paperback)

I studied at FIT in NY, and this was required reading for my first draping course. It seems that a careful read of this book alone could have taught me what I needed to know. It takes practice, but boy, if you want perfect results, follow this book to the letter and it will get you there!

38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars very informartive!, July 14, 2006

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V. Arcos (New York, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Draping for Fashion Design (Paperback)

This book contains allot of basic information on draping. The instructions are thorough and are acompanied by visuals, for extra comprehension. It also has a section dedicated to draping knits, a real plus! My understanding of the draping method, and therefore my skill, has improved on account of this book.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Draping for Fashion Design, March 15, 2007

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C. Page - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Draping for Fashion Design (Paperback)

A great book for anyone with sewing, patternmaking, and clothing design experience. Not a novice book, however. You need to understand clothing design and patternmaking terminology to use this book. Well written, well illustrated.