Beyond Design: The Synergy of Apparel Product Development

by Sandra J. Keiser

This practical text takes students step-by-step through the preproduction processes of apparel product planning, forecasting, fabricating, developing silhouettes and specifications, pricing and sourcing. It demonstrates how these processes must be coordinated to get the right product to retail when customers want it and at a price they are willing to pay. Based on consultations with some of the most successful and innovative firms in the fashion business, the text covers the evolving partnerships among textile suppliers, product developers, manufacturers, and retailers as they work to develop apparel products in today's customer-driven environment.New to this Increased number of case studies and sidebars-- International examples and case studies address the effects of globalization-- More information on menswear, children's wear, and special-size markets-- Updated tables and statistical information and new photo examples-- Discussion of Technological advancements related to product development-- Appx describing careers in product development and resources for additional research-- The context of a global agile manufacturing environment-- Best practices of major product developers-- Challenging hands-on product development activities-- Instructor's Guide includes course outlines, suggestions for teaching each chapter, and guidelines for overseeing and evaluating product development projects

Genres: Fashion, Education

448 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Marie-Michèle Larivée · Rating 4 out of 5]

A bible, truly the dictionary of how fashion product are developed. From Scian numbers to buying schedule to trims in apparel. A dictionary of everything. Must read if you are in fashion product development

[Peyton G. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Textbook for my major