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)

Describes procedures taken by apparel design students, working in an industrial setting, in designing functional clothing for coal miners as part of the Armco Steel Corporation's Student Design Program. (TA)

An informal consumer interview study, using 187 men, was conducted to highlight directions that clothing and textiles education and research might take. Mentioned most often were problems of fabric durability and garment construction as well as size and fit. Suggestions for curbing economic waste in the male fashion industry and implications for…

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)

In designing clothing to serve a particular function, home economics students developed an appreciation for a variety of interrelationships, and possibilities for contributions in the functional design of clothing became apparent. (AG)

In teaching home economics students the rudiments of historic costume and furnishings, Dr. Tortora describes her approach in helping students understand these two aspects of applied art better by setting them within the historic and artistic framework. (Author)

Elements involved in organizing and conducting the Drexel University's annual student fashion design program are discussed. (TA)

As computer-assisted design (CAD) become an integral part of the fashion industry, universities must integrate CAD into the apparel curriculum. Louisiana State University's curriculum enables students to collaborate in CAD problem solving with industry personnel. (SK)