Title: Define fashion terminology.
Course: Introduction to Fashion Careers (19201-18) > Section: Exploring the Design Process

Definition should include

- garment parts and styles
- shapes and silhouettes
- details, texture, and color
- notions (e.g., buttons, zippers, elastic)
- trims (e.g., ribbons, lace)

Process/Skill Questions

Thinking

- What are the historical connections to certain garment features and styles?
- What garment features have been combined to create pleasing and practical looks?
- How have fashion shapes and silhouettes expressed societal changes and economic concerns over time?

Communication

- How have fashion shows been used to introduce garment features and styles to the public?
- How does today’s technology change the pace and process of this introduction?

Leadership

- Who leads the fashion industry into new trends (i.e., silhouettes, garment styles, colors)?
- How do designers work with manufacturers of notions and trims to develop new designs?
- What are examples of current trends in garment features and styles?

Management

- Why is it necessary for individuals working in the fashion industry to be able to identify fashion features and styles?
- How would the popularity of different fashion features influence the manufacturing process?