Apparel Production Terms and Processes defines materials and terms relating to the mass production of raw materials, design and product development, garment details and component parts, fit, patternmaking, pre-production operations, assembly, production and manufacturing, labeling regulations, testing and quality control, inspection, finishing and packaging. In this revised edition, parts have been introduced to clarify the relationships between each step in the production process and chapters have been reorganized to better follow the flow of the supply chain. Each chapter opens with a brief introduction followed by terms that are listed alphabetically and grouped according to subject by use or application. New to this Edition - New chapter on Sizing and Fit covers sizing standards, fit types, and evaluation of fit - Added coverage of safety compliance, sourcing, quality control, and common fabric and garment defects - Enhanced global focus includes labeling regulations for the US, Canada, EU, China and Japan - Covers new technologies such as 3D printing, seamless garments, stitchless seams, and equipment Apparel Production Terms and Processes STUDIO - Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips - Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions - Enhance your knowledge with visual analysis exercises and activities - Access downloadable files for specification sheets Teaching Resources - New Instructor's Guide provides sample syllabi, teaching strategies for a range of courses, video links, sample activites and projects, and learning outcomes for each chapter - Test Bank includes sample test questions for each chapter - Image bank offers a selection of photos for instructors to integrate into their lecture materials

The highly illustrated Apparel Production Terms and Processes follows the product life cycle from concept through completion. The new edition takes a global perspective with expanded coverage of sizing standards and fit information to complete the scope of the apparel production process.

About the Author
Janace E. Bubonia is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Interior Design and Apparel Merchandising at Texas Christian University, USA.

Reviews
This book is a must-have for anyone interested in the use of proper terminology for the different processes used in the making of garments. It is visual with clear descriptions of vital terms that aid in communication when dealing with vendors. An excellent window to the other side of fashion. -- Luz Pascal, FIT, USA
It is a good overview of the production process. -- Diane Limbaugh, Oklahoma State University, USA
It helps students to understand the actual fabric/apparel production process from origin, in addition to the tools needs for producing apparel within industry standards and guidelines. -- Desirae Allen, Johnson and Wales University, USA



Book Information
ISBN 9781501315640
Author Janace E. Bubonia
Imprint Fairchild Books
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight(grams) 1380g