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Fashion Strategies Terms & Components of Fashion

Fashion Strategies Terms & Components of Fashion

Fashion Strategies Definition Fashion – The make or cut of a thing; – Prevailing

Fashion Strategies Definition Fashion – The make or cut of a thing; – Prevailing mode or shape of a dress; – Appearance. Strategies – Having a plan, – the art of managing; – Finesse in tactics

Fashion Statements TIP Fashion is constantly changing. It is anything that is currently “in”.

Fashion Statements TIP Fashion is constantly changing. It is anything that is currently “in”. “I’m too sexy for this shirt. ”

Fashion is a particular style that is popular at a given time.

Fashion is a particular style that is popular at a given time.

Style • A Characteristic or distinctive form of dress that exists independent of fashion.

Style • A Characteristic or distinctive form of dress that exists independent of fashion. • Style refers to the shape of a particular item of clothing that makes it easy to recognize. • Lapels=wide vs. narrow • Sleeves and pant legs=tight vs. full • Skirt lengths

Style

Style

Classic A fashion that retains general acceptance over an extended period of time.

Classic A fashion that retains general acceptance over an extended period of time.

Fad • A fad is a fashion that is very popular for only a

Fad • A fad is a fashion that is very popular for only a short time. • Fads help teens express two important needs: – To belong to a group – Express their own individuality TIP Color Accessories Miniskirts Baggy pants

Fad

Fad

Avant-Guarde • A French expression that in the clothing industry means being ahead of

Avant-Guarde • A French expression that in the clothing industry means being ahead of fashion. – Daring and unconventional – “far out” do not appeal to most people – ex. Cut out clothing, bright hair colors, extreme lip color

Fashion Terms What is the difference between? Fads Fashions Classics Can be distinguished by

Fashion Terms What is the difference between? Fads Fashions Classics Can be distinguished by comparing the time length of each fashion cycle

Fashion Components Silhouette • The overall outline, shape, or contour of a garment or

Fashion Components Silhouette • The overall outline, shape, or contour of a garment or costume

Fashion Components Detail • An individual element that gives a silhouette it’s shape and

Fashion Components Detail • An individual element that gives a silhouette it’s shape and contour • Trimmings, skirt or pant length, or width, • Shoulder, waist, or sleeve treatment

Fashion Components Design • A specific version of a style

Fashion Components Design • A specific version of a style

Fashion Components Texture • The surface quality or a fashion fabric and material

Fashion Components Texture • The surface quality or a fashion fabric and material

Fashion Components Color • The Hue, Value, and Intensity or the fashion fabric and

Fashion Components Color • The Hue, Value, and Intensity or the fashion fabric and material

The Fashion Cycle • Introduction • Rise • Culmination/Plateau • Decline • Obsolescence/Outdated

The Fashion Cycle • Introduction • Rise • Culmination/Plateau • Decline • Obsolescence/Outdated

The Fashion Cycle

The Fashion Cycle