This course will enable the students:
1.To familiarize students with social and psychological aspects of clothing.
2. To impart knowledge for the selection criteria for fabrics, garments & home furnishings.
3. To understand the dynamics of fashion and careers in Textile and Apparel Industry
Sociological and Psychological Aspects of Clothing
Theories of Clothing: Modesty, Immodesty, Protection and Adornment .
Concept of design
• Elements of design – line, form, color and texture
• Principal of design – balance, proportion, emphasis, rhythm and harmony
• Application of elements and principal of design related to apparel
Quality evaluation of ready made garments
• Appearance: Size, design, line & color
• Fabric: Durability, ease of care
• Workmanship: Cutting, sewing, finishing.
• Fit and cost
• Advantages and disadvantages of Ready made garments versus tailor made garments
Selection Criteria
· Selection of suitable fabrics and designs for clothing of:
Infants, Toddlers, Pre-School Children, School going children, Adolescents and Adults & Old
· Selection and purchase of Household linens, curtains, draperies, towels and blankets
· Selection of clothing for children with special needs.
Fashion Concept
• Style, Fashion and Fad, Sources of Fashion, Factors favoring and retarding fashion, Fashion cycle
• Careers in Textile and Apparel Industry
1. Marshall, Suzanne, G., Individuality in Clothing Selection and Personal Appearance, Prentice Hall, New Jersey.
2. Stone, Elaine and Samples, Jean., A Fashion Merchandising, McGraw Hill Book Company