Fashion Designers

01

Sketch rough and detailed drawings of apparel or accessories, and write specifications such as color schemes, construction, material types, and accessory requirements.

02

Examine sample garments on and off models, modifying designs to achieve desired effects.

03

Confer with sales and management executives or with clients to discuss design ideas.

04

Select materials and production techniques to be used for products.

05

Provide sample garments to agents and sales representatives, and arrange for showings of sample garments at sales meetings or fashion shows.

06

Direct and coordinate workers involved in drawing and cutting patterns and constructing samples or finished garments.

07

Identify target markets for designs, looking at factors such as age, gender, and socioeconomic status.

08

Determine prices for styles.

09

Develop a group of products or accessories, and market them through venues such as boutiques or mail-order catalogs.

10

Draw patterns for articles designed, cut patterns, and cut material according to patterns, using measuring instruments and scissors.