Description
Book SynopsisOffers a reference source for the practising designer. This edition includes chapter on computer aided design now has full colour illustrations and reflects the growing importance of CAD to the industry and as a part of fashion and design courses. It is suitable for students of fashion and design.
Table of ContentsIntroduction 5
Design and pattern cutting for menswear 6
Tools and equipment for constructing patterns 7
Aliquot parts 8
Glossary 8
Chapter 1 The basic principles – sizing – using the blocks 9
Part One: ‘Flat’ Cutting
Chapter 2 The ‘fl at’ blocks – woven and jersey fabrics 19
Chapter 3 Leisurewear, weatherwear and sportswear 27
Chapter 4 Workwear 47
Chapter 5 Basic nightwear 57
Part Two: Standard Pattern Cutting Processes
Chapter 6 Constructing sleeves 63
Chapter 7 Constructing openings and collars 79
Part Three: ‘Form’ Cutting – Classic and Casual Menswear
Chapter 8 Classic suit jackets 97
Chapter 9 Classic and casual trousers 109
Chapter 10 Classic and casual shirts 119
Chapter 11 Classic and casual overgarments 129
Part Four: Sizing and Fit
Chapter 12 Basic grading techniques 155
Chapter 13 Drafting and adapting the blocks for individual fi gures 163
Part Five: Computer Aided Design (Cad)
Chapter 14 Computer generated design and pattern making 173
Chapter index 195
