The Fundamentals of Fashion Design [Paperback]

Richard Sorger (Author), Jenny Udale (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 15, 2006

This book offers an introductory look at fashion design--with a sophisticated twist. Sections include Pattern Construction and Cutting, Fashion Movements, Textiles, Creative Thinking, and Selling Clothes. With exciting visuals and clear text, The Fundamentals of Fashion Design uses detailed diagrams, historical references, and innovative layout to challenge readers to consider the underlying principles of design.

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About the Author

Richard Sorger is a fashion designer with two labels, ‘Richard Sorger’ and ‘RJS by Richard Sorger’ that he has shown twice yearly at London Fashion Week and sells worldwide. Swarovski and for the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, have both commissioned special pieces from him and the V&A recently acquired one of his dresses for its permanent collection. Richard is the final year design tutor for the BA (Hons) Fashion course at Middlesex University and has taught at various other institutions including Central Saint Martins and London College of Fashion.

Jenny Udale studied BA Fashion Textiles at the University of Brighton and MA Womenswear, with a focus on innovative printed textiles, at the Royal College of Art. Jenny successfully launched her own womenswear label after graduation.

Currently a freelance printed textile designer, she sells mainly to the UK and US market. Jenny is interested in how craft can be fused with modern technology to produce innovative textiles. She has lectured in fashion and textiles at the University of Brighton, University of Middlesex and Kingston University, and is currently pathway leader for textiles at Ravensbourne. Jenny authored Textiles and Fashion for AVA publishing and contributes to magazines on fashion textiles. She is currently working on a contemporary Knitwear book.

 

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Ava Publishing (November 15, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 2940373396
• ISBN-13: 978-2940373390
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #61,093 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #56 in Books > Arts & Photography > Design & Decorative Arts > Textile & Costume
  • #76 in Books > Arts & Photography > Fashion

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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Fundamentals of Fashion Design: a must-have!, April 7, 2008

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L. Sutherland "learn for life" (NZ) - See all my reviews
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Whether you are starting out in Fashion Design, or you are a teacher in the Fashion arena, or you have a general interest in fashion, this book is for you!

It is clearly written and logically structured. The entire design process is covered, from developing the initial concept through to creating a collection. Each step is outlined and helpful photos enhance the text. Topics include: Concept, theme, research, storyboard, silhouette, proportion, fabric, accessories, drawing, developing a collection, branding, and careers.

There is a section of interviews with people who work in the fashion industry. These give the reader a great view of where fashion can take you. They provide a useful insight into the real world of working in fashion. You might become a designer, a buyer, the leader of a fashion company, a selling agent, a fashion editor, illustrator, stylist, photographer. There are interviews with people who fill these roles.

"The Fundamentals of Fashion Design" would be a great text book for a fashion course. It is attractive and easy to read, while still covering topics in enough depth to challenge your thinking. It would also be suitable for anyone who wants to further develop their interest in fashion and the fashion industry.

I was impressed by this book, and I will be recommending it to my students who are studying fashion design!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What a great book!, October 28, 2009

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Elisabeth E. Hamilton "bandita wear" (Asheville, NC) - See all my reviews
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This book is fantastic! It gives an in-depth overview of many aspects of fashion design and production. The designers that they selected are very inspiring. This book really spoke to me about the art form that clothing design is, as well as some wonderful examples from the artists that have been working in this field. I thoroughly enjoyed it!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Fundamentals of Fashion Design, March 13, 2010

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This book is going to be a fantastic resource for my teaching. It has just the right balance of the design and technical aspects of fashion. Very pleased I've added it to my collection.