Blended Fabrics

Manufactured Fabrics are usually made of filaments extruded as liquid and formed into various fibers. Because the fiber starts as a liquid, many of the fibers are colored before they become filament, thus they are difficult to dye after the fiber is woven into a fabric.
ACETATE is not a strong fiber but can be extruded into fibers of different diameter and woven into fabrics that have the luxurious look of silk but do not wear like silk. Acetate does not absorb moisture readily but dries fast and resists shrinking. This is a resilient fabric that resists wrinkling in addition to being pliable and soft with a good drape. Triacetate is an improved acetate fabric which doesn’t melt as easier and is easier to care for. Remember, acetate in nail polish and nail polish remover will melt acetate as will alcohol so take care with perfumes and nail products including SuperGlue.

ACRYLIC is a fine soft and luxurious fabric with the bulk and hand of wool. Light weight and springy, this fabric is non-allergenic, dries quickly, draws moisture away from the body and is washable. Acrylic does not take even a moderate amount of heat. Modacrylics are used in pile fabrics like fake fur and are more flame resistant.

LASTEX is an elastic fiber made from Latex. It is most often used with other fibers to create fabrics such as Spandex and foundation garments. Lastex will deteriorate after repeated washing and drying, losing its elasticity.

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Accessorizing

Fashion accessories are items apart from the garment itself, which compliment the whole outfit. Using them can add detail to an outfit when the garment’s style is plain, or when the fabric from which the garment is has no interesting visual effects. Many accessories also have another more practical use beyond that of style.

With the use of different accessories and jewelry the savvy dresser can make his or her outfit seem completely different. Trends are continuously set by adding accessories to different outfits, for example, belts and Hair Accessories. Accessories can and have in the past changed an entire look. From handbags to shoes to earrings and beaded necklaces to 80s leg warmers, accessories catch the eye, and make most articles of clothing more appealing.
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tips for fashion designers

FASHION the importent word in -FASHION DESIGNING-costitutes the main aspect in fashion designer’s creative ability.

The process of fashion garmenting

Design concept-A basic style sketch is made on a paper to put the design visualization into print.

Finetune the style-adapt changes in the style of the garment to suite the fashion season.

Seasonal flavour-choose the colours according to the fashion forcast trends for the season.

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