Read more About the Author Steve Faerm is an Associate Professor of Fashion at Parsons School of Design. He began teaching in 1998 while working for such designers as Donna Karan and Marc Jacobs, and has been awarded The University Teaching Excellence Award and The BFA Fashion Program's Teaching Excellence Award. Steven received his BFA in Fashion Design from Parsons and his Ed.M. from Harvard University. Fashion Design Course Principles, Practice, and Techniques: The Practical Guide for Aspiring Fashion Designers Becoming a successful fashion designer involves understanding a wide variety of core principles. This foundation course is an ideal introduction for students, dressmakers, and anyone interested in the creative side of fashion. Step-by-step tutorials, practical exercises, and inspirational interviews with industry professionals teach you how to create you own unique fashion design collections. Master these principles and techniques to develop your understanding of what makes a successful design. Building a quantitative and qualitative body of research Using inspirations in the design process How fabric knowledge and color principles strengthens a designer's message How to evolve your own vision Read more This second edition has been extended, revised, and updated With this coursebook you'll learn how to: Manipulate motif, texture, mood, and detail with confidenceChallenge your conceptual abilitiesDiscover your design visionDevelop you ideas through process and investigationCreate a dynamic portfolio that showcases your design skills and gives you the edge when you're looking for work in this competitive but exciting industry Read more Covers the breadth of the fashion world, from concept to catwalk By learning something of the history of fashion design and looking at those exponents who have left an indelible mark, you will acquire a context for the shifts involved in the world of fashion and begin to understand the evolution of the field and the revolutions that have occurred. The core of this book outlines primary design principles that will give you a solid foundation for how to work, considers the fundamental terminologies and design processes, and looks at various approaches to creating work through challenging assignments. By exposing yourself to new methodologies of design in your development, you will acquire versatility of approach and learn about the frameworks that give you utmost creativity. The coursebook finishes with a full preparation for the professional world by discussing types of portfolio presentations, how to create a stellar resume, tips for interviewing, and the many career possibilities related to acquiring a working knowledge of fashion design. Read more