In the introductory part, the lecturer presented the relationship between the physical object
and the abstract drawing. She continued with describing the structure that forms the basis of
fashion design and emphasises the importance of knowing and understanding the techniques
required to create a three-dimensional garment from a two-dimensional design, i.e. from a
sketch to a perfect shape that fits the human figure perfectly. The construction of the garment
depends on the design and, of course, the technical execution. A designer must not
only be able to invent, but also know how to create silhouette, volume and structure.
He must be able to use many creative tools and methods of execution to achieve the
desired result. The human figure has a structure – the spine / skeleton – and the garment
is a shell with a shape and silhouette. The choice of material is also very important for
the design. The thick and rigid material is perfect to represent large volumes and clear
surfaces. The soft, flexible and fluttering material is suitable for depicting plasticity.
Next, the lecturer represented postmodern period from the 1990s to the present,
in which very rapid social changes, scientific and technological progress and the
rapid spread of information have led to a post-industrial crisis. Fashion consumers,
drowning in the abundance of options, are looking for security, individuality
and unique self-expression. How to arouse interest and stand outfrom the crowd is a serious challenge for designers and fashion creators.