In this project I will be producing at
least six outfits which will all be
supported by relevant visual
research in a sketchbook and on
boards. I will also be producing a
4000 word essay, in which explains
and discusses the contexts and
ideas learned in the unit.
Proposal!
BA Hons Fashion Design and
Textiles
Lauren Beck – Year 3
Proposal
Fashion Design and Textiles; Major Project/ Essay!
1. Statement Of Topic:
In this project I will be producing at least six outfits which will all be supported by
relevant visual research in a sketchbook and on boards. I will also be producing a
4000 word essay, in which explains and discusses the contexts and ideas learned in
the unit.
I will be starting off my research by looking at the era of the 1920s to 1930s, looking at
the men and woman’s fashion. For my research for the woman of the 1920s, I will be
looking into the flapper dress and some art deco prints. For the men’s fashion I will
be looking at the different style of suits, waistcoats, shirts and trousers within the
1920s. I will then be researching style icons of the 20s and one I will be particularly
focusing on will be Coco Chanel, and this is where I will be forming the start of my
essay. For my essay I am looking at how Coco Chanel influenced woman in the
1920s to 1930s. Thereafter I am looking at some modern variations of the 1920s to
present; this will allow me to have a wider view on how aspects have been
transformed or even brought back. Following all of that I will be then looking at
fashion illustrations which will then be inspirational for my final collection drawings.
Overall I want to come to an end from gathering all my research to then produce
my final collection in which where my main inspiration came from which is, The
Great Gatsby.
2. Aims And Objectives:
Aims:
By the end of my project I want to have produced a collection of both men and
woman’s outfits; 3 woman and 3 men’s. Each of which will include a variety of
garments. I want each of my woman’s outfits to correspond with the men’s outfits so
they can be worn either individual or within a couples outfit. Also for the woman I
want to make the outfits and to also make elbow length gloves and a head piece
to be worn with the outfits. For my essay I aim to produce a 4000 word essay in which
relates to my final major project. I will research information from books, internet and
journals.
Objectives:
To achieve my aims, I will be gathering enough information for me to get a full
understanding of the era and theme that I want to accomplish. I will be reading
books, magazines and also looking on the internet and from this I will gather the
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information found and produce it within a sketchbook to then be able to produce
my final collection of 6 outfits. I will also experiment with different fabric types and
techniques to then be able to find the best results in which I can then take to my
final collection and possibly use.
3. Secondary Research:
I have looked at specific literature in which I have found inspirational for my project
and essay and in which has given me ideas for my work. These include books and
magazines such as;
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Vintage Fashion and Couture From Poiret to McQueen By Kerry Taylor
The Vintage Pattern Selector By Jo Barnfield
The Great Gatsby By F.Scott Fitzgerald
Art Deco Fashion By Suzanne Lussier
Fashion In The Time Of The Great Gatsby By LaLonnie Lehman
Coco Chanel By Justine Picardie
Magazines:
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Drapers Records
The Voice Of Vintage – Vintage Life
I will be also looking at collections, for example; The Ralph Laurens 1920s style tribute:
The Great Gatsby Inspired Fashions.
I feel that these will all be relevant to my work as they all have different approaches
to fashion and to the 1920s. Some of the fashion being traditional and some being
more modern, all of which I can take inspiration from to produce my final collection
and my essay.
4. Primary Research:
For my primary research within my final project, I will be fabric sourcing and
researching to see which fabric I feel is in best relation to my theme. By doing this I
will visit different fabric shops and gather different samples and I will then research to
see which ones have the higher qualities. I will also be modelling on the stand so I
can see the sort of shapes I want to take forward; and I will also be developing my
designs to decide on a final collection.
5. Market Research:
My target will be aimed at both men and woman in their late 20s early 30s.
It will be produced for a vintage one off store.
By doing research I will look at who my competitors may be and this I would do by
looking at individual boutiques and vintage stores.
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6. Final Outcome:
By the end of my project I want to have produced a collection of both men and
woman’s outfits; 3 woman and 3 men’s. Each of which will include a variety of
garments. I want each of my woman’s outfits to correspond with the men’s outfits so
they can be worn either individual or within a couples outfit. Also for the woman I
want to make the outfits and to then also make elbow length gloves and a head
piece to be worn with the outfits.
Overall work that needs to be produced by the project deadline:
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Sketchbook Research – To inform original and creative design development
for your collection.
A mood board for your collection in your 3D and e-portfolio.
A fabric and colour board in your 3D and e-portfolio design research and
development ideas presented on finished pages in your 3D and e-portfolio.
6 final outfits which form your collection with accompanying all pattern
developments, final patterns and toiles.
6 final outfits presented on finished pages in your 3D and e-portfolios with
technical drawings and illustrations.
4000 word essay
7. Bibliography:
Justine Picardie, 2013. Coco Chanel: The Legend and the Life. Edition. China Press.
LaLonnie Lehman, 2013. Fashion in the time of The Great Gatsby (Shire Library).
Edition. Shire.
Suzanne Lussier, 2009. Art Deco Fashion. Edition. V & A Publishing.
Jo Barnfield, 2013. The Vintage Pattern Selector. Edition. A & C Black Publishers Ltd.
Kerry Taylor, 2013. Vintage Fashion & Couture: from Poiret to McQueen. Edition.
Mitchell Beazley.
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