FASH 450: Line Development

Takes students step-by-step through the decision-making involved in the pre-production processes of apparel product development---planning, forecasting, fabricating, line development, technical design, pricing, sourcing, and distribution.

Information on the design, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of fashion products within a global context.

A full overview of the current textile market and shows how to apply this knowledge when creating a fashion collection.

Focuses on the process of designing a collection, and explores different types of research, fabric sourcing, the key roles within a design team and the many sources of inspiration available to designers. .

A comprehensive look at merchandising across multiple levels within the industry pipeline. Looks at the entire process from strategic planning, to product creation, to product preparation, to a buyer's shopping of the market weeks, to product delivery and presentation to the consumer.