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fashionbasicsgg · 1 year

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“EARTH PROVIDES ENOUGH TO SATISFY EVERY MAN'S NEED BUT NOT ANY MAN'S GREED.” – MAHATMA GANDHI

I’m Gargi Gosavi a student at NIFT, Gandhinagar. Fashion is something that has always fascinated me since I was a teenager. I made sure I had the trendiest outfits. Back then buying things from H&M, Zara and other fast fashion brands didn’t matter as much as it does now after knowing the back story of the fast fashion brands. Coming to NIFT was like a dream come true. While doing my research for the course I want to apply for textile design was something which caught my attention. After high school, I gave my entrance exam and here I'm today in Gandhinagar. Learning the subject of Fashion Basic has changed my perspective towards fashion.

It was my first time when I was presenting. My anxiety had reached the peak. I was not very confident about myself that time. My first presentation was on “fashion according to you” my topic for this presentation was the Nike Air Jordans and Air Force which we all know are trendy. In my presentation I talked about their history, price, different types of Jordans, Air Force and how people take care of them like their own babies. On the very first day, we were told about our mid term assignment, which was to dress up reflecting our traditions and state we belong to. Coming from Maharashtra and being a Maharashtrian I was wearing a Nauvari saree(nine yard saree) which I sourced from my sister in law. I was wearing all the traditional Maharashtrian accessories from head to toe.In my presentation I spoke about the history of nauvari saree ,textiles, food, culture and festivals of Maharashtra. These presentations helped me become confident about myself.

Fashion changed my perspective

It’s tempting to turn a blind eye in front of such flashy offers, but the planet can’t take it anymore!

If you’re used to buying clothes without questioning how they were made, acknowledging these fast fashion facts can be the first step towards making an actual change.

I now have realised that fashion is not only about clothes and looking fashionable. It may look very glamorous from the outside but it has a dark side that very few people are aware of. We had a debate in our class on slow fashion and fast fashion which changed my perspective. Buying clothes from fast fashion brands will make you look fashionable but how about the damage it’s creating to the environment? We don't even know that the people working for these brands are even safe. Are they paid well? We all are aware of the Rana Plaza collapse in Bangladesh where around 1136 people lost their lives and 3120 people were injured. The conditions where the people are working for these brands are unsafe and promote child labour. Millions of children are forced to work in terrible conditions for the clothing we wear. We don’t even know that the women working for the clothes are even safe. We all wear clothes even if we’re not necessarily lovers of fashion but we all are responsible for the transition to this flourishing fashion industry. The materials these brands use are harmful to the environment.Fast fashion is responsible for 20-35% of ocean microplastics Another problem with polyester and synthetic fabrics is that every time you wash them, they’ll release between 700 to 4000 plastic polyester per gram.These end up in the ocean, fish bellies, and… yep, yours too if you eat seafood. Polyester now has been found in breast milk as well. Can you imagine how much worse the situation is? Fast fashion clothing relies upon planned obsolescence unlike durable vintage or ethical clothes. These items are designed to fall so that the consumers like us will keep buying new items regularly.

Can we bring change as Gandhiji did?

Let me take you back to the time when Gandhiji started a Swadeshi Movement a movement designed to boycott imported goods and production. The citizens of India burnt all the clothes which came from the UK and started to make their clothes using the charkha. Khadi cloth became the heart of this strategy when Gandhi asked every man and woman to plant and harvest their materials for the yarn needed to create Khadi fabric. He also asked everyone, whether rich or poor, to spend time each day spinning Khadi. People of all classes came together to do as Gandhi asked, and their efforts helped the country in its bid to become self-sufficient. Entire villages adopted the movement, weaving their way to economic freedom through fashion. Let’s support our artisans and our culture by following slow fashion.

Do slow-fashion items last longer?

Items from my grandmother and even my mother when she was young are still in pristine shape. I can not say the same for the items I bought some years ago from fast fashion brands. Why? Have you ever heard of planned obsolescence? If the stitching is not good, if the materials are not great, the piece will not stand washing and wearing. And so, eventually will not be good to be worn. Now, you need to buy a new piece, and here we go again. This is easy math, high quality = longer-lasting item. Slow fashion items are long-lasting so you can wear them as long as your heart desires. In the end, it is cheaper to purchase a more expensive item. It is a win-win for you and the environment.After the debate, I was thrilled after knowing the damage fast fashion brands are creating in the environment and that the people working for these brands are miserable and unsafe.

How You Can Make Sustainability Stylish

One of the biggest drivers of fast fashion – and its associated waste – is the consumer. After all, no one wants to be stuck wearing outdated outfits. But if you extend the life of your clothes by just nine months, you can reduce the environmental impact by as much as 30 per cent. By getting creative with your closet, you can make a difference just like I did in lockdown I had nothing to do so I used to experiment with my brother's clothes. He had a black old t-shirt which he wasn’t using anymore so I decided to make a top for myself by cutting and splitting the tshirt into two halves, folding &twisting it around my neck and chest and creating a pattern in itself. The other top was a normal top where I stitched straps of the remaining fabric and made it a tie-around crop top.

Know what would trend in future

As a beginner in the design industry the fact that we can predict what will trend in future surprised me. I didn’t know something like this existed until I learnt about fashion forecasting.

Fashion forecasting is something that focuses on upcoming trends. Prediction of the colours, textures, fabrics, style, beauty, etc that will be presented on the runways and in upcoming seasons.

Is polyester the new Khadi?

During the pre-independence period people started to use the hand-spun cloth that remains warm in winters and cool in summers. We visited Reliance Trends to see their winter collection and overall clothes. One thing which we noticed was that none of the sweaters had wool as their material. 90-95 per cent polyester was used in sweater. Polyester is a performance textile, used in activewear, athleisure, etc. Polyester is used everywhere and is recyclable. We all know how harmful this fabric is and when I saw the amount of polyester each and every clothing item contained I was stunned! The traditional wear and the kids section clothing was mainly made using cotton. They also had the sustainable denim.

Reviving our handloom heritage

An exhibition of the artist weaver Rajen Chaudhari was organised by CEPT University in Ahmedabad. He was a student at JJ School of Arts, Mumbai. Having interest in textiles, he went to different places in India where he could learn how to use a handloom weave. He practised hand spinning and hand weaving for a very long time. His work was stunning which had patterns using the weave, very intricate and each one of them was unique in its own way. He transformed his paintings and sketches into weaves. There was a handloom weave and a spinning wheel kept where a lady showed us how it is functioned. The process involves entwining a set of vertical threads, the wrap with a set of horizontal threads, the weft.

The second visit was to Kasturbhai Lalbhai Museum. Kasturbhai Lalbhai was one of the pioneering Industrialists of pre and post-independent sage of India. One can see the vast panorama of Indian art history ie. Mughal, Rajput, Pahari, Bengal school – early modern and contemporary art, all under one roof is unique. Inside the house, which is now the museum there was a beautiful collection of old paintings using natural paints, betels used for the emerald colour on the gold foil, watercolours, etc. The artist back then made every painting/artwork meticulously. I was speechless after seeing those paintings which were done so thoughtfully and with intricacy. The furniture on which the exhibition was displayed was designed by the students of NID.

The next place was the White on White exhibition of Mr Asif Shaikh who is one of India’s most accomplished and acclaimed embroidery and textile artist. He’s on a 5 yr project which he started back in 2020 in which he is making 100 textiles out of which 37 are done with the help of Indian artisans. These 37 textiles were an introduction to his new collection. We could see the efforts he had put into fabricating those textiles. All the designs were very unique and were from different regions of India. His work astonished and inspired me.

The next exhibition was of Arvind Indigo museum where it has opened a world of possibilities for unexplored surfaces such as metal, stone, paper, leather, polyester fibre, glass, and wood, among others.

Knowing the bitter reality of the fast fashion industry I’ll make sure to follow sustainable fashion as much as I can. And lastly I would like to conclude by extending my heartiest gratitude to Miss Neha Kedia and NIFT Gandhinagar for providing us this opportunity and opening windows of exportation through this educational visits and giving us a glimpse of industry life.

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divineindisguise · 5 months

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Decoding Fashion to you.

Trends....what are trends? And how exactly do people come to know about it. What if I tell you there is no right way to perceive it and you can always be a step ahead of it. As much as the origin or a start of a trend has been a mystery to us, the urge to follow it is as much as the excitement of purchasing new clothes and then finding occasions to wear it.

The thrill of buying a new piece of clothing, the satisfaction when the imaginative ensemble you put together in your head actually looks good when you try it on and the utter happiness when people compliment your dressing style knowing they have a knack of clothes themselves.... Well let's just say you are about to experience the same feeling....

Here's a walk through to what the future awaits.

It's all colour coded

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While permutation and combination has always been our thing, a little more adventure is what gets us going; playful aquas, bright pinks, and rich browns leading the charge. which brings me to state the obvious that neutrals are NEVER going out of style even though they are eased into with soft and light blush tones.

Rooibos Tea, a full bodied red imbued with rich, woody notes is the new pantone color for 2024 according to the NYFW Spring 2024 color palette.

2. The Mini Trend

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EVERYTHING...I repeat everything from miniskirts, minidresses to mini shorts will be the very pieces we will all wear in the next few months. It is expected to be showcased with a minimal style all while ensuring one looks elegant and chic having them on.

3. Unscathed Fashion trends

SOURCE: www.vogue.in

While trends have a tendency to change every now and then, trust me on this when I say you will not have to replace these items once you purchase them, or better yet you already own them: Denims and Leather jackets. And I think its safe to say that in a year or two we might as start calling it vintage. We'll see.

4. The game of Silhouettes

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Silhouettes are known to give an edge to a fit and as much as they have been a major deciding factor in what to wear, it's fascinating how much a particular silhouette is thriving in recent business: Sheer Silhouettes. They offer a sexy and feminine look that is perfect for evening wear and formal wear with sheer dresses and skirts.

5. Cinderella's Glass heels OR Comfortable shoes? Is that even a question anymore.....

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After the COVID-19 scenario, being comfortable is the new ritual, and that not just means in clothes but also being comfortable in your own skin.

Baggy clothes, Cargo pants, Bell bottoms or just any loose pieces of clothing are a go-to nowadays and it will soon be taking over in the upcoming years, so better stay loyal people.

It's not a big deal to stay up to date with trends or wanting to do the same but you got to remember, that in the end it's you that makes a look complete.... WHOLE; that however tiring the- 'following the trend' process is, it's not worth it unless you truly and absolutely LOVE it.

And last but not the least, if there's one thing that will forever stay in trend it's your SMILE....So keep smiling people.

For suggestions and opinions feel free to comment below.

#fashion forecasting #fashion #trends #nyfw24

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fashiondesign-college · 8 months

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Fashion Forecasting: Trend Prediction Strategies

In the dynamic and ever-evolving realm of fashion, staying ahead of the curve is essential. Fashion forecasting, the art of predicting upcoming trends, serves as a compass for designers, brands, and consumers alike. This comprehensive guide unveils the world of fashion forecasting, exploring its significance, methodologies, and the strategies employed to anticipate the trends that will shape the future of style.

The Significance of Fashion Forecasting: Anticipating Change

Fashion is more than just clothing; it's a reflection of society, culture, and individual expression. Fashion forecasting acts as a bridge between the present and the future, helping industry professionals make informed decisions and ensuring consumers have access to the styles they desire. By predicting trends in advance, fashion forecasting allows designers and brands to adapt their collections, ensuring they remain relevant and appealing to their target audience.

Methodologies in Fashion Forecasting: A Blend of Art and Science

Fashion forecasting is a complex process that combines artistic intuition with data-driven analysis. It involves studying a multitude of factors, including cultural shifts, consumer behaviors, economic indicators, and technological advancements.

Here are some methodologies used in fashion forecasting:

Trend Analysis: Examining historical and current trends to identify patterns and extrapolate potential future directions.

Consumer Insights: Gathering information about consumer preferences, lifestyles, and aspirations to predict what styles will resonate.

Runway and Street Style Observations: Analyzing runway shows, street style, and influencers to identify emerging styles and shifts in fashion preferences.

Cultural and Societal Influences: Studying cultural and societal shifts to predict how they will impact fashion. For instance, changes in gender roles, technology, or environmental awareness can significantly influence trends.

Color and Fabric Trends: Tracking color and fabric trends across industries to anticipate the hues and textures that will gain popularity. Strategies for Effective Fashion Forecasting:

Market Research: Thoroughly research your target audience's preferences, lifestyle changes, and purchasing behaviors. Understanding your audience is the cornerstone of accurate trend prediction.

Global Awareness: Stay attuned to global events, cultural shifts, and socio-economic changes. These factors have a direct impact on consumer tastes and fashion trends.

Collaboration with Experts: Collaborate with industry insiders, trend analysts, and fashion professionals to gain insights and perspectives from different angles.

Data Analytics: Utilize data-driven tools to analyze consumer behavior, social media trends, and e-commerce data. Data analytics can provide valuable insights into emerging preferences.

Fashion Shows and Exhibitions: Attend fashion shows, exhibitions, and industry events to witness firsthand the emerging styles and innovations.

Seasonal Analysis: Observe how trends evolve with each season and anticipate how they might evolve in the future.

Adaptation and Innovation: The Key to Fashion Forecasting

Fashion forecasting is not about predicting the future with absolute certainty; it's about reading the signs and anticipating shifts. Flexibility and adaptation are crucial because trends can change rapidly due to unforeseen events or evolving consumer preferences. Successful fashion forecasting involves a delicate balance between predicting trends and responding to real-time changes.

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Conclusion:

Fashion forecasting is an art, a science, and a strategic imperative. It's the mechanism that enables the fashion industry to stay relevant, connect with consumers, and drive innovation. By combining research, analysis, and creative intuition, fashion forecasters navigate the uncharted waters of style, predicting trends that resonate with a diverse and ever-changing audience. In this dynamic landscape, the ability to predict and respond to shifts is what sets fashion professionals apart, allowing them to shape the future of style and leave an indelible mark on the ever-evolving canvas of fashion.

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kait-murray-nyc · 9 months

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Doneger- 453 7th Ave

On our last study tour of the semester, we visited Doneger & Tobe, a company that focuses on fashion forecasting, merchandising and marketing, among other things. In the office, they have records dating back to at least the 1940s.

After visiting Doneger, the class walked over to the NYC studio to listen to guest speaker Andre Claudio. Andre is a Kent State Alumni who has worked at Sourcing Journal for a year and a half. He graduated two years ago after completing the four-year college program in two years. Andre is on the editorial team at Sourcing Journal, writing 2-3 stories daily. He is also in charge of social media, meaning he works with branded content and attends a few events a week in order to get content.

The thing I found most interesting about my talk with Andre Claudio is how he achieved his goals so fast. He graduated in two years and proceeded to get a job at a big publication shortly after graduation. It also shocked me that he didn't complete the NYC fashion program because he completed three internships in his two years at school.

#doneger #fashion forecasting #fashion #journalism

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fashion-education · 10 months

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Fashion Styling and Forecasting

In the ever-evolving landscape of fashion, the art of styling and forecasting holds the key to captivating the world with trend-setting designs and unparalleled sartorial statements. Fashion styling goes beyond the realms of dressing and accessorizing; it is a form of artistic expression that intertwines creativity, vision, and an acute understanding of the zeitgeist. Meanwhile, fashion forecasting acts as a guiding light, illuminating the path toward future trends and paving the way for innovative designs that resonate with the pulse of the industry. Together, these disciplines weave an enchanting tapestry that shapes the fashion narrative and elevates style to the realm of artistry.

Fashion Styling: The Art of Curating Visual Stories

Fashion styling is an artistic endeavor that involves curating visual stories through the seamless fusion of garments, accessories, hair, makeup, and overall presentation. It is the language of expression that transforms fashion into a narrative, allowing individuals to communicate their personalities, beliefs, and aspirations. A skilled fashion stylist possesses an innate ability to discern individual aesthetics, creating harmonious ensembles that reflect the essence of the wearer and evoke emotions. Through a keen eye for detail, a profound understanding of color theory, texture, and proportion, and an unwavering commitment to staying ahead of the curve, fashion stylists bring forth captivating visual narratives that transcend the boundaries of time and place.

Fashion Forecasting: Decoding the Pulse of the Fashion Future

Fashion forecasting is the alchemical process of decoding the pulse of the fashion future. It involves in-depth research, trend analysis, and an acute understanding of cultural, social, and economic influences that shape the fashion landscape. By exploring a myriad of factors such as art, design, technology, consumer behavior, and socio-political shifts, fashion forecasters identify emerging trends, color palettes, silhouettes, and materials that will dominate the fashion realm in the seasons to come. Armed with this invaluable knowledge, designers, stylists, and fashion professionals translate these insights into awe-inspiring collections, avant-garde editorials, and captivating fashion campaigns that captivate the imagination and set the industry ablaze with their visionary creations.

The Intersection of Fashion Styling and Forecasting: Transforming Dreams into Reality

At the intersection of fashion styling and forecasting lies a powerful synergy that fuels innovation and breathes life into the industry. The ability to merge these two disciplines allows fashion professionals to harness the transformative power of trends, translating them into wearable works of art that resonate with the zeitgeist. By seamlessly blending their expertise in styling with the insights gleaned from fashion forecasting, they create dynamic fashion narratives that capture the essence of the present while anticipating the future. Fashion stylists and forecasters become catalysts for change, shaping the industry and pushing the boundaries of creativity, imagination, and self-expression.

Embrace the Realm of Fashion Styling and Forecasting: Unleash Your Creative Prowess

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fashiondesignwithshaina · 1 year

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Fashion Design Supplies

Fashion design might give off an impression of being a charming calling with marked dress and frill. Be that as it may, a ton of difficult work goes into the production of a designer thing. Making of a design includes a multi-step process. The designer needs to keep in the brain the subject of the design as well as how to make that design. This requires a legitimate determination of fashion supplies.

The designer has data of practically everything helps. These incorporate example aces, rulers, French bends and setsquares with engraved markings. An Example ace comes in various sizes for cutting examples, while a flexi bend draws the design along it. A measurement differ structure bend helps in the production of streaming lines.

The coloring of designs require variety pastel and top notch charcoal sticks.

The designers likewise need a fix creator for making chalk lines at the trim length of the fabric.

Different supplies incorporate the grader ruler, which is utilized for estimating bends. The designers additionally utilize the fashion scale, which contains bends for making armholes, neck areas and sleeves.

One more thing that aides during the time spent style arranging is the fashion tape. It is utilized for repairing the designed outfit on the dress stand.

Both novice and the expert craftsmen utilize non water-solvent pencils during the time spent designing the outfits. Notwithstanding these provisions, there are the pin holders utilized for sticking the texture.

The other fundamental supplies are the dressmaking fakers and the designers bust frames that help with cutting of the examples and making tests.

The fashion designers need conveying cases for conveying their portrayals, examples, texture or deficient pieces of clothing starting with one spot then onto the next. The wallets are likewise utilized by the designers to convey their fashion portfolios.

This large number of provisions set up assist a fashion designer with finishing his task in the most ideal way. From the main sketch to the last outfit, these fashion supplies are practically imperative.

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