Jacket design gives students and designers alike trouble, both
technically and creatively; the technicality of their design and
existing texts on the subject often leave novices and budding designers
puzzled.
Patternmaking for Jacket and Coat Design covers patternmaking
techniques for seven iconic jacket and coat designs, focusing not only
on the concepts needed to draft patterns, but also uniquely exploring
the history of each garment design to reveal what lies behind their
enduring appeal today. Each chapter is provides easy-to-follow patterns
for the blazer, tuxedo, military, motorcycle and Mao jackets, as well as
the balmacaan and frock coats.
Patternmaking for Jacket and Coat Design is an accessible, no-fuss,
and visually stimulating manual for patterning iconic jackets and coats,
providing a completely invaluable resource for both designers and
amateur patternmakers.