Fitting and Pattern Alteration: A Multi-Method Approach to the Art of Style Selection, Fitting, and Alteration, Fourth Edition, shows readers how to recognize, evaluate, and correct fit for a variety of body types, sizes, for women, men, and children. This comprehensive guide presents proven methods of style selection, fitting, and alteration. The authors use a multi-level approach that is both logical and easy to follow, and each procedure is clearly identified and fully illustrated with a second color added to clarify the procedure and show directional measuring. Each figure is drawn to scale ensuring consistency and accuracy. The cause for the fitting problem is clearly identified and explained--giving readers the why behind each fitting procedure. Highlights of this edition include discussions of sustainable practices, body diversity, and now includes examples for menswear and childrenswear. New to this Edition -Discusses sustainable practices, in accordance with industry standards -Now includes diverse body sizes, body types, and discussions around body positivity -Newly added examples for menswear and childrenswear STUDIO Features Include -Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips -Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions Instructor Resources -Instructor's Guide to help integrate the text into your classroom -PowerPoint Slides for every chapter

This is a key text about fitting and making alterations to standard patterns. This edition includes discussions of sustainable practices, body diversity and body positivity, and now includes examples of menswear and childrenswear.

About the Author
Judith A. Rasband is the founder and CEO of Conselle L.C. and director of the Conselle Institute of Image Management. Elizabeth Liechty is Professor Emerita at Brigham Young University. Della N. Pottberg-Steineckert is Professor Emerita at Brigham Young University.


Book Information
ISBN 9781501377297
Author Judith Rasband
Format Paperback
Page Count 536
Imprint Fairchild Books
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC