Description
Lavishly illustrated in full colour throughout, with clear and relevant explanations of the processes involved, Fashion Forecasting is for fashion students and young professionals who already have acquired some fashion knowledge and skills. The authors interviewed the key players within this exciting industry and provide here fascinating insights into the dynamic contemporary fashion forecasting world and the varied creative roles within it - from intelligence gatherers to project consultants. The book covers how a trend is sourced, anticipated and developed, and also explores the interaction with marketing and brand development.
About the Author
Kathryn McKelvey is a Reader in the School of Design at Northumbria University. She teaches visual communication, graphics and interactive media but fashion remains the key area for her own research. She worked in the fashion forecasting industry in New York, as an illustrator/designer, before commencing an academic career.
Janine Munslow is Head of Fashion at Northumbria University. She teaches Fashion Marketing - product development and promotion. Previously she worked as a fashion and textile designer in London before setting up her own design label partnership, Guerrilla Farm, wholesaling in Europe, USA and the Far East and with established retailing outlets in London.
Book Information
ISBN 9781405140041
Author Kathryn McKelvey
Format Paperback
Page Count 232
Imprint Wiley-Blackwell
Publisher John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Weight(grams) 590g
Dimensions(mm) 241mm * 180mm * 13mm
