FASHION
How is dress different from fashion?
Fashion includes the broader concept of changeable style, whereas dress refers specifically to the clothing itself.
What are key characteristics of a fashion leader?
Select and promote trends others follow and have a visible platform or social standing, such as public figure, celebrities, or influencers, to influence fashion on a wide scale
First steps for a designer in the apparel production process?
Define Target Consumer & Trend
What theory of fashion change does this represent? - The shift in popularity from mini skirts to maxi skirts
The fashion pendulum
What is Paul Nystrom's definition of fashion?
Fashion reflects the prevailing style at any given time.
2 examples of Public Leaders who are also Fashion Leaders
Jacqueline Kennedy, Michelle Obama, and Kate Middleton
The typical amount of colors in a collection's color palette?
5 to 7 hues
What theory of fashion change does this represent? - Definition: fashion moving from upper class to lower class in a society
Fashion Flow- trickle down
How is fashion related to change?
Fashion is always moving forward and changing with the times, reflecting what is trending and popular in each era. It is linked to adaptability and changes in human society.
2 examples of Media Influencers who are Fashion Leaders?
Audrey Peters and Alix Earl
What happens after a line plan is approved?
Patterns are drafted and sample prototypes are created
What theory of fashion change does this represent? - Designers producing streetwear.
Fashion Flow- trickle up or bubble up
How is "World Fashion" different from "World Dress"?
World Fashion refers to trends that are globally recognized at a specific time, while World Dress consists of universally worn clothing items.
How do fashion leaders influence trends?
When society sees these favorable public leaders wearing certain fashion trends, they are more likely to be influenced to buy/wear those styles.
List at least 4 steps of the apparel production process
1. Define Target Consumer & Trend, 2. Develop a Color Palette & Fabric Board, 3. Create Line Plan, 4. Draft Prototype Garment, 5. Order of Operations, Tech Pack, & Bill of Materials
What theory of fashion change does this represent?- Often dependent on the “male gaze”
Shifting Erogenous Zones
What aspects of society does fashion reflect?
Fashion reflects both material and nonmaterial aspects of society, including values, beliefs, and social norms.
How has the media evolved the idea of fashion leaders?
Media growth allows non-traditional figures, like athletes Venus and Serena Williams or artist like Harry Styles, to become fashion leaders.
What are the different demographic characteristics of a consumer and why is it important to define target customer?
Age, gender expression, income, values, ethnicity, etc. Important because it must align with their wants and needs as consumer.
What theory of fashion change does this represent? - Not money centered, more style centered
Fashion Flow- trickle across