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

by Judith Rasband, Elizabeth Liechty, Della Pottberg-Steineckert

Overview

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. This comprehensive guide presents proven methods of style selection, fitting, and alteration. The author uses 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.

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

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781501377297
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	02/08/2024
Edition description:	4th ed.
Pages:	536
Product dimensions:	8.70(w) x 11.10(h) x 1.20(d)

About the Author

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.

Table of Contents

Preface
Acknowledgments
Resources
PART ONE: Get Ready
1. Preparing for Success in Apparel Fitting and Alteration
2. Using the Elements and Principles of Design in Apparel Design and Style Selection
3. Fitting Standards in Apparel
PART TWO: Get Set
4. Alternative Methods of Figure Evaluation and Style Selection
5. Alternative Methods of Fitting
6. Alternative Methods of Pattern Alteration
7. Personalized Patterns and Sloper
PART THREE: Go!
Introduction
8. Bodices
9. Sleeves
10. Skirts and Pants
Glossary
Index