fashion est revision

• Aesthetics


  • Relates to the visual appeal of the item
  • The product will be most successful if the aesthetics appeal to the target audience
• Function


  • How a product works, its intention or purpose
  • Product will be most successful if it meets the purpose for its use
• Cost


  • Every product has a cost to produce it, as well as a cost to buy it
  • The cost applied will determine how well a product sells, how much profit is made, and how successful it will be
• Safety


  • The safe use of the product by both the consumer and the producer
  • The product will be successful if it is safe for both consumer/producer to be made and used
• Measurements


  • The measurements of what is to be made is important, and how it relates to the client
  • The measurements of the product and the measurements of the client need to be accurate to ensure success of the product and to eliminate waste
• Environmental Impact and Considerations


  • Every product has an effect on the environment, and consideration should be given to lessen this effect
  • Companies seen to be more environmentally sustainable will potentially be more successful
• Elements and principles of design


  • Line
  • Contrast
  • Shape
  • Proportion
  • Form
  • Balance
  • Texture
  • Colour
• Types of sewing processes


  • Straight stitching
  • Making seams
  • Zigzag stitching
  • Neatening edges
  • Joining pieces
  • Making buttonholes
  • Embroidery
  • Applique
  • Darning
  • Blind hemming
  • Quilting
• Alternative machine feet and why


  • Zipper foot - to enable stitching close to the zip teeth
  • Buttonhole foot - to enable the ridges of stitching to slide under the presser foot
  • Invisible zipper foot - uncurls the edge of the zip to enable stitching close to the teeth
  • Blind hem foot - to stitch a hem which is almost invisible
• Occupational safety and health practices


  • Hair tied back
  • Covered shoes
  • No water near electrical equipment
  • Cords in good condition and correctly plugged in
  • Work area clear of clutter
  • Ensure the operator has good lighting
  • Stop sewing when talking to others
• Potential hazards


  • Machine needles without guards
  • Frayed/damaged electrical cords
  • Cutting blades on overlockers
  • Electrical cords can be a tripping hazard
  • Electrical cords across sewing tables
• Construction techniques to provide shaping

  • Darts - used to give shape around the bust or down the centre front of back of a dress or the top of a skirt to fit to the waist
  • Gathers - to fit a full skirt to the waistband or to join layers of fabric together in a skirt or dress
  • Pleats - around the top of a skirt to provide shape and fit
• Linen


  Natural, plant grown, absorbent, easily dyed, biodegradable, creases easily
• Polyester


  Synthetic, man-made, not absorbent, quick drying, recyclable, crease resistant, melts easily
• Cellulosic fibres


  • Bamboo
  • Hemp
  • Cotton
  • Linen
  • Flax
• Synthetic fibres


  • Easier to care for - quicker drying, crease resistant, does not need ironing, can be non-absorbent when required (e.g. swim wear), suit high performance requirements such as sportswear and active wear, use less water to produce than cotton
• Properties of cotton fibres


  • Good absorbency
  • Good durability
  • Flammability
  • Good abrasion resistance
  • Good handle
  • Good strength
  • Shrink resistance
  • Good colour fastness
  • Good thermal properties
  • Poor elasticity
• Properties of polyester fibres


  • Poor absorbency
  • Good durability
  • Flammability
  • Good abrasion resistance
  • Good handle
  • Good strength
  • Good shrink resistance
  • Good colour fastness
  • Thermal properties
  • Poor elasticity
• Natural fibres


  • Cotton
  • Linen
  • Wool
  • Silk
• Manufactured fibres


  • Rayon
  • Acetate
  • Polyester
  • Nylon
• Lustre


  The shine a material has, its ability to reflect light
• Drape


  The way a material falls/hangs on the body.
• Handle


  The material's 'feel', is very important because it is important that the fabric is comfortable and soft on the skin.
• Dimensional stability


  The fabric's ability to maintain its initial size and shape