Fashion Design, Referenced: A Visual Guide to the History,
Language, and Practice of Fashion Publication date: February
2013 Digital Book format: PDF (Adobe DRM) Fashion Design,
Referenced is a comprehensive guide through the art and industry
of fashion design, richly illustrated with over 1,000
photographs and drawings. Within the framework of four central
categories, Fashion Design, Referenced examines the many
interwoven elements that form the tapestry of fashion.
“Fundamentals” provides an overview of the essential structure
of the fashion profession (its organization, specializations,
and centers) and looks at shifts in style over time and in ever-
faster cycles going forward. “Principles” introduces the steps
in creating a collection, from design to production, and
explores directions suggested by sustainability and technology.
“Dissemination” charts the many avenues by which fashion reaches
its audience, whether on the catwalk or in the store, in print
or online, in the museum or on the street. “Practic