How do I know what sizes to make my garments?
Consistency in your sizing is extremely important. As
a fashion designer, you must determine what your size
scale and measurements are going to be. For example, if
you are designing Misses skirts, you need to determine
what your size 8 waist measurement is going to be.
Will the waist measure 27, 28, 30 inches or more?
One helpful tip is to measure the garments of your
competitors in those sizes.
Can I simply draw my designs and pay a factory to
make the garments?
To learn more, stay in contact with Pamela Renee
through POUT MAGAZINE or contact her at
[email protected].
PAMELARENEE’
FA S H I O N I N G YO U R D E S I G N S T H E R I G H T WAY
Designer Pamela Renee’
Pamela Renee’ Lucas has worked in the fashion industry
for 25 years. A native New Yorker and graduate of the
prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology in New York
City, Lucas has experienced the industry from concept
to consumer. Some of the jobs she has held include:
technical designer, pattern maker, pattern grader, draper,
fashion designer, product merchandiser, fashion design
instructor and consultant.
Lucas talked with POUT about what it takes to be
a designer. Take note, fashion enthusiasts, fashion
designers, and tailors, to name a few. Develop your skills
and increase your knowledge from someone who has
formal education and business experience.
As a fashion designer, do I need to know how to sew?
Yes. You don’t have to be an expert seamstress, but
you must know how a garment is sewn. Cost is the
bottom line in any apparel development. As a designer,
you made need to manage costs on your designs and
garment construction is definitely a major consideration.
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HEAVEN HAS HEELS
Yes, you can do that. You need to keep one point in
mind. You want to make money in your business. So
you must know about the process. Every step costs
money; from your sketch, to the prototype pattern
maker, cutter and sample maker, to the fit model. There
is also another whole process concerning the fabrics
and materials used. After all the prototype garments are
made, next is getting everything production ready. If
you decide to send your designs to a factory, make sure
they are reputable and you are involved with every step.