Reviews the history of ready-to-wear production, describes how computer technology is changing production methods, and discusses the future of clothing construction and instruction. (SK)

Disabled children who have special clothing needs can be comfortable, self-confident, and fashionable when careful consideration is given to selection of clothing in terms of physical limitations of the individual, design features of clothing, fasteners, fabric, wearing qualities, and fit. (CB)

Ninety college-aged females rated the fashionability of six garments worn by nine models representing three age levels and three body types. Results show respondents used age and body type cues as well as fashion detail to judge garment fashionability. (Author/CH)

Methods of modifying home economics classes, specifically fashion and clothing design courses, for special needs students are discussed. Discusses the team approach to problem solving, interagency linkage to internship, student involvement, changes to ready-to-wear clothes for special needs, and information resources. (CT)

The Sproles Consumer Interests and Priorities questionnaire was administered to 3,036 home economists. Awareness of social implications of clothing, correlated positively with fashion awareness and clothing economic practices. Results suggest that persons exhibiting substantial awareness of social importance of clothing also tend to evidence…

Notes that corporate documents of a women's clothing company changed in one season from relatively outdated designs to more updated, professional layouts but the content changed very little. Contends that the document redesign indicates a move to a more feminist outlook for the company. Describes how the document design represents a slow change…

In a summer program, 4-H youth spend three days at the University of Nebraska exploring clothing, textile, and design subjects. Follow-up reports from 26 of 34 participants indicated most found learning to use a serger and computer design useful; 92% enjoyed interaction with faculty; the number considering enrollment increased from 23% before to…

As part of a three-year study, researchers categorized common physical limitation (CPL) groups across disabilities and identified the clothing and special needs of each group. Relationships between clothing style features and CPL groups will allow formulation of guidelines for clothing and dressing needs of each group. (JOW)

Orthopedically disabled adults were surveyed by written questionnaire to determine what information sources they perceived to be available, which they used, and which they preferred to use to receive information about the selection, adaptation, and construction of clothing. The following sources were recommended: county extension bulletins,…

Explains how an apparel and textile exhibition can benefit the institution that underwrites the project, the department that sponsors it, the community, and the apparel design teacher (through the chance for professional recognition). Methods for planning such an exhibition are given. (CT)

The results from this study indicate that ready-to-wear garments do not accommodate the clothing needs of elderly women; garments do not allow for increased trunk girth, decreased height, or physical impairments. (Author)

Substitution of a modified gym uniform for the traditional judogi effectively lowers the cost of school judo programs. (LH)

In college apparel design courses, computer simulation of design and manufacturing, aimed at effective transfer of knowledge and skills from classroom to workplace, augment traditional teaching techniques. Students are encouraged to undertake independent research and studio projects and participate in competitions. Successful integration of…

Discusses a study that determined type of clothing fastener preferred by arthritic women when both function and aesthetics were considered. Results revealed appearance was more important than ease of manipulation, and clothing fastener types must be considered when selecting or modifying garments for arthritics. (Availability: CHEA National…

Discusses a study that provided comparative evidence of male and female responses using word pairs to describe perceptions of female roles expressed through dress. (JOW)