FAQ About Fashion

• Haute Couture Fashion
• Luxury Fashion
• Ready-To-Wear Fashion
• Fast Fashion
• Economy Fashion

Couture and haute couture are not the same. While couture can be used to describe any garment that's handmade and one-of-a-kind, haute couture is a special designation created and approved by the French Ministry of Industry.

Fashion cycle is a period of time or life span during which the fashion exists, moving through the five stages from introduction through obsolescence.

Yes, it does. Cultural changes influence the fashion created by the people in different locations and cultures.

Fashion is definitely an art. People in the fashion industry must be creative and artistic.

• Shape
• Color
• Space
• Form
• Line
• Value
• Texture

The origins of Haute Couture are attributed to Charles Frederick Worth who in 1858 founded the first true Couture House at number 7, rue de la Paix in Paris.

Because the fashion reflects culture, it makes people stand out with themselves. Also there's personal connection for clothes comes from your culture. You can show your true self.

Fashion can boost a person's confidence and self esteem. People can express themselves with fashion.

The oldest and most active fashion brand is Brooks Brothers, which in April 1818 opened its first store in Manhattan.

It was Hermès which was founded by Thierry Hermès in 1837.

• UGGs,
• Vests,
• Knee-high Boots,
• Big Scarves,
• Large Knitted Cardigans,
• Geometric Shapes,
• Plaid Skirts,
• Brown&Beige Colors.

Nowadays, it is very easy to find information on any subject. Fashion is one of them. You can follow pages that share fashion content on Instagram, watch new runway shows, and participate in online trainings. In addition, if you search for fashion documentaries on channels such as Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, you can find good documentaries.

You can read books about fashion, although it is not preferred nowadays. You can also follow fashion podcasts. Finally, you can follow fashion channels on Youtube and learn from them.

There are many books about fashion. Here are a few books that will help you understand fashion:

• Fashion: The Definitive History of Costume and Style
• Stylist: The Interpreters of Fashion
• Grace: A Memoir
• The Woman I Wanted to Be. Diane Von Furstenberg 
• Dressed: A Century of Hollywood Costume Design 
• Secrets of Stylists: An Insider's Guide to Styling the Stars

Being a fashion designer means you know everything about fashion. Doing a lot of research is a good step to start.

In the first place, you can learn about constructive topics such as sewing, draping, patternmaking. If you do not know how to sew an outfit, you can choose the wrong fabric, you can prepare designs that will not make sense in real life. That's why it's very important to learn basic things like sewing first.

Of course, drawing is also very important. At least, you should know enough drawings to explain what you want with sketch-type drawings.

Fabrics! Fabrics are one of the most important elements of the fashion world. There are many different types of fabrics. Each of them has a different usage area and way of use. Learning fabrics is another of the most important steps.

Even if you don't know everything, you should also know about the history of fashion. Thus, you will not fall into repetition and you can also get inspired. You will also understand how trends have changed over the years.

In order to learn all these, you can benefit from Youtube, the internet and all the information resources you can think of.

Also, be open to learning and start doing.

You don't need to go to school to be a fashion designer. Self-taught people can also become fashion designers. The important thing is to have your interest and to continue your interest by educating yourself.

Petite people can actually follow most trends and wear whatever they want. They can choose heels to look taller. In addition, high-waisted trousers make them look taller. However, it should be well thought out so that the body part does not look even smaller.

They may prefer monochromatic clothes. They may also prefer vertical striped clothes.

Sustainable fashion practices refer to the efforts made by fashion brands to reduce the environmental impact of their production and to promote social responsibility throughout their supply chain.

A fashion influencer is an individual who has built a large following on social media through their fashion-related content. They use their platform to influence trends, promote products, and share their personal style.

Fashion merchandising is the process of planning, developing, and presenting fashion products in a way that maximizes sales and profits. It involves analyzing consumer trends, identifying target markets, and creating effective marketing strategies.

Fashion design is the creative process of designing clothing and accessories, while fashion merchandising involves the business side of the fashion industry, such as marketing, sales, and product development.

A capsule wardrobe is a collection of essential clothing items that can be mixed and matched to create a variety of outfits. The idea is to have a few high-quality, versatile pieces that can be worn in many different ways, rather than a large number of trendy or disposable items.

Vintage clothing refers to clothing that is at least 20 years old, but not yet 100 years old. It is often sought after for its unique style, quality construction, and historical significance.

A fashion designer creates the original designs for clothing and accessories, while a fashion illustrator creates visual representations of those designs through drawings, paintings, or digital art.

A fashion buyer is a professional who selects and purchases clothing and accessories for retail stores, department stores, or fashion brands. They use their knowledge of fashion trends, consumer behavior, and market analysis to make informed buying decisions.