Creating a Successful Fashion Collection: Everything You Need to Develop a Great Line and Portfolio Paperback – February 1, 2012

I will say I love this book. It passes on the fluff and gets down to how to create a collection as well as making your portfolio look amazing. The information is broken down into small sections which are understandable and assignments are given to help with the practical application. The writing flows very well andI also like the layout of the book, the book contains a mixture or technical flats,fashion illustrations, and photos.Excellent Resource!!!Chapter one : Building your graduate collection, Includes*The academic year, The collection(Purpose and aims, key stages of development), Inspiration and research(Defining your market, Defining the concept, Building the research),Color and inspiration,Choosing Fabric, The Croquis book (10 essential principles,Design and Structure),2D-3D refective process, Selection and Editing(Merchandising plan, A typical seven look collection,),Muslins and Prototyping (7 Important considerations), The final samples, Accessorizing your collection, Styling,The look Book (10 Essential principles,Layout and Design)Final presentation and evaluation.Chapter two: Maximizing your Portfolio Includes*Optimum portfolio presentation,The stellar portfolio:9 Ways to stand out,Web presence,Structure and Order, Targeting Your Portfolio(Women's sportswear,women's evening wear,Lingerie and loungewear, Men.s Sportwear,Men's evening wear,childrenswear,Teenager wear/juniors,Activewear, Knitwear, Bridal wear,Accessories.Chapter Three: Going professional Includes* Internships and interviews(Getting started, At the interview), In the workplace,Careers in fashion, Interiviews (From student to designerLLisa Mayock and Sophie Buhai, Focus on key points:Steven Koib, Global design:Dan Rubinstein), Resources (The fashion calendar, Useful knitwear terminology), index and creditsIs it worth it? YES

I really loved this book. The step by steps and the breakdown on how to build a great portfolio was super helpful!

I purchased this book because it is an easy to comprehend text that I is not "wordy". It has wonderful photos and illustrations that gets its point across and enhances the learning experience.

Interesting and informative and current. The last chapter is most beneficial to learning the various careers associated with the fashion industry.

I really loved this book.. it has all the information you need in case you want to start a new business or start in a new job

Great book, step-by-step, everything is clear. I love it.

I am still reading it, means I can't say it is excellent yet; but what I had read, it is okay

Terrific book for any inspiring designer or student of designs. Countless ideas and information. I will use with my students.