Fitting and Pattern Alteration: A Multi-Method Approach to the Art of Style Selection, Fitting, and Alteration...

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Judith Rasband (Conselle Institute of Image Management, USA) Elizabeth Liechty (Brigham Young University, USA)

Fitting and Pattern Alteration

A Multi-Method Approach to the Art of Style Selection, Fitting, and Alteration

Judith Rasband (Conselle Institute of Image Management, USA), Elizabeth Liechty (Brigham Young University, USA), Della Pottberg-Steineckert (Brigham Young University, USA)

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Fairchild Books
18 April 2024

Fashion & textiles: design; Theatre: technical & background skills; Fashion & beauty industries; Textile & fibre technology

Fitting and Pattern Alteration: A Multi-Method Approach to the Art of Style Selection, Fitting, and Alteration, Fourth Edition, shows readers how to recognize, evaluate, and correct fit for a variety of body types, sizes, for women, men, and children. This comprehensive guide presents proven methods of style selection, fitting, and alteration. The authors use a multi-level approach that is both logical and easy to follow, and each procedure is clearly identified and fully illustrated with a second color added to clarify the procedure and show directional measuring. Each figure is drawn to scale ensuring consistency and accuracy. The cause for the fitting problem is clearly identified and explained--giving readers the why behind each fitting procedure. Highlights of this edition include discussions of sustainable practices, body diversity, and now includes examples for menswear and childrenswear.

New to this Edition

-Discusses sustainable practices, in accordance with industry standards

-Now includes diverse body sizes, body types, and discussions around body positivity

-Newly added examples for menswear and childrenswear

STUDIO Features Include -Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips

-Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions

Instructor Resources -Instructor’s Guide to help integrate the text into your classroom

By: Judith Rasband (Conselle Institute of Image Management USA), Elizabeth Liechty (Brigham Young University, USA), Della Pottberg-Steineckert (Brigham Young University, USA)
Imprint: Fairchild Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 4th edition
Dimensions: Height: 280mm, Width: 215mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 454g
ISBN: 9781501377297
ISBN 10: 1501377299
Pages: 536
Publication Date: 18 April 2024
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Judith A. Rasband is the founder and CEO of Conselle L.C. and director of the Conselle Institute of Image Management. Elizabeth Liechty is Professor Emerita at Brigham Young University. Della N. Pottberg-Steineckert is Professor Emerita at Brigham Young University.