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Pattern Cutting: The Architecture of Fashion
The pattern cutter's aesthetic judgement of proportion, balance, line and form has always underpinned success in fashion design. In Pattern Cutting: The Architecture of Fashion, Pat Parish approaches the subject from this perspective, identifying key shapes and structures from the catwalk and translating them into 3D through a number of cutting, draping and construction processes. These methods are explored here through a series of practical scenarios, richly illustrated and annotated with step-by-step instructions.
This exciting new approach provides you with the inspiration, tools and confidence to interpret and adapt basic patterns and take your designs even further.
This exciting new approach provides you with the inspiration, tools and confidence to interpret and adapt basic patterns and take your designs even further.
184 pages, Paperback
First published March 4, 2013
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December 7, 2013
Pat Parish's book on pattern cutting is a great introduction for those studying in the field but will certainly be inspirational and educational for those with a prior knowledge. Content is arranged to present exercises relating to silhouette and shape and contains excellent tutorials for the basics as well as more contemporary fashion shapes: A strong selling point compared to many other titles in the market for those studying pattern cutting and fashion. Would highly recommend.
I have included the contents list as part of my review so those considering it's purchase online have a good idea of what the book contains:
Chapter 1: Context: what is a pattern?
The role of the pattern cutter
Body shape and size
Measuring and mapping the body
Getting started
Chapter 2: Pattern fundamentals: from 3D to 2D - basic blocks
Darts in design
Panel lines for fit and flare control
Complex style lines
Adding flare
Adding volume
Chapter 3: Shape
Trapeze
Square
Dome
Inverted triangle
Cocoon
Hourglass
Linear
Lantern
Balloon
Chapter 4: Sleeves, collars and circles
Sleeve fundamentals
Set-in sleeves
Grown-on sleeves
Collar fundamentals
One-piece collars
Two-piece collars
Circles and ruffles
Chapter 5: Trousers
Trouser fundamentals
Standard and narrow fit
Adding pleats
Above waist fitting
Below waist fitting
Pockets, zips and finishes.
Chapter 6: Sustainability and fashion
Deconstructing hierarchies and traditions
Cutting down on waste
Pattern-led design
New horizons
I have included the contents list as part of my review so those considering it's purchase online have a good idea of what the book contains:
Chapter 1: Context: what is a pattern?
The role of the pattern cutter
Body shape and size
Measuring and mapping the body
Getting started
Chapter 2: Pattern fundamentals: from 3D to 2D - basic blocks
Darts in design
Panel lines for fit and flare control
Complex style lines
Adding flare
Adding volume
Chapter 3: Shape
Trapeze
Square
Dome
Inverted triangle
Cocoon
Hourglass
Linear
Lantern
Balloon
Chapter 4: Sleeves, collars and circles
Sleeve fundamentals
Set-in sleeves
Grown-on sleeves
Collar fundamentals
One-piece collars
Two-piece collars
Circles and ruffles
Chapter 5: Trousers
Trouser fundamentals
Standard and narrow fit
Adding pleats
Above waist fitting
Below waist fitting
Pockets, zips and finishes.
Chapter 6: Sustainability and fashion
Deconstructing hierarchies and traditions
Cutting down on waste
Pattern-led design
New horizons
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