CHAPTER –1

INTRODUCTION TO WOMEN’S WEAR

ACADEMICS SUPPORT
INIFD GURUKUL
Introduction
Clothing is one among the most important three basic needs in every human life. It protects
our body from various climates and gives us a good appearance. In this youthful world,
children are given more care for the selection of their garments.

Clothing is basically a term given to collective garments. Clothing can be made of textiles,
animal skin or other thin sheets of materials put together. The wearing of clothing is mostly
restricted to human beings and is a feature of all human societies.
 Women wear is a very important sect of clothing. The entire fashion industry revolves
around it basically. The women wear clothing includes the basic garments which women
wear and their stylised forms as well. In the present chapter we will provide knowledge
about the basic patterns of women wear, basic body types and the concept of taking correct
measurements and more.

As designer for women wear you not only have to adorn yourself in the best possible way
but also have a responsibility to design fashionable and attractive ensembles for yourself
and even some client.
There is an important need to know about the do’s and don’ts about a women’s body so
that we ourselves as women come to know about what suits us and will look good.
Basic Outline of the Course

 This course offers knowledge about the different garments for women.

 This is the foundation which includes taking measurements and even putting them in
use for drafting patterns and cutting.
 The basic patterns and cutting techniques are taught about the women garments
which include the salwar, kameez, kurta etc.
 We even teach the basics of stitching, types of seams etc., for the overall
development of the complete garment.
 Each and every step of construction is taught in detail which makes it easier for
students to grasp.