Collection Development for the Fashion Industry
Synopsis
Developing Fashion Collections for the Industry offers a comprehensive perspective on the processes of designing, planning, and producing fashion collections in a professional context. Bridging creative vision with industrial requirements, the book guides readers through every stage of the collection development process — from understanding the structure of the fashion industry to material selection, model development, pattern making, production, and presentation.
Authored by experienced academics from various universities in Turkey, the chapters cover a broad range of topics including market research, target audience analysis, trend forecasting, color and fabric selection, sizing, quality control, and ready-to-wear production. Each chapter combines theoretical knowledge with practical examples to deliver content that aligns with the dynamic and competitive nature of the fashion industry.
This book will serve as a valuable resource for fashion design students, academics, and emerging professionals, combining creative innovation with strategic planning. Developing Fashion Collections for the Industry aims to provide the knowledge and tools necessary to transform creative ideas into market-ready fashion collections.
