HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR FIRST FASHION COLLECTION

You may have amassed a lot of sketches and design inspiration and are starting to create your first fashion collection. Is there anything I need to know to make the process go more smoothly? Besides ideas and vision, is there anything else you need to work on? Here are some key tips for creating your first collection that will stand out from the crowd.

Work on your colors

A collection does not work well as an ensemble if the color combinations of the different garments are not complementary. A collection must be linked in some way through the colors it uses. You can stick to one shade, although designers are more likely to use complementary colors in the collection to add depth and interest. Look at the different color schemes and find out which one matches most effectively while enhancing your overall vision at the same time. There are tools you can use to help with color planning, such as B. Pantone's color palette and color prediction services. You can also use paintings, pictures, or other visual aids to inspire a color scheme.

Balance function with design

Clothes are different from a painting; They must be functional and take design elements into account. A garment that cannot be used properly by your target market will not sell and it will not promote your brand well. It is important to work on how each garment manufacturer will be worn as designed. See the silhouette and how the design translates from sketch to real life.

Works well with samples and technical specifications.

As you merge all the design elements in the collection, consider how to create professional-quality samples that a factory can use to make. A variety of experts from the UK clothing manufacturer will advise you on creating a pattern to work with; different factories often have different technical requirements. It is important to create a pattern that works well, as any variation that is created in the design creates portability problems in real life. Digital samples are the easiest to create and the most convenient to send to manufacturers. You can also work with hand-drawn patterns if this is the method that will help you the most in your design. However, contact the clothing manufacturer to see which ones are accepted. Different factories have different demands on a designer.