<p><b>An insider's guide to the fascinating and fast-moving world of the fashion trade.</b></p><p><b><i>Fashion: Concept to Catwalk</i></b> reveals the inner workings of the world of fashion. Comprehensive descriptions of fashion history, theory and business practices are interspersed with an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to the Paris studio and atelier of designer Lutz Huelle as he creates a spring-summer collection.</p><p>Fully illustrated with more than 200 photographs and drawings, the book focuses on the six components of the design process, from inspiration to the runway:</p><ul><li> Products -- the influences of vintage designs, popular culture, silhouette and themes<br></li><li> Colors and fabrics -- the palette, fibers, weaves, motifs, patterns and needlework<br></li><li> Concept -- developing the idea, sketching, using a dress form and illustrating<br></li><li> Visual presentation -- the studio, portfolio, brands, labels, layout and house style<br></li><li> Design and production -- the atelier, draping, fittings, pattern-making and assembling<br></li><li> Promotion -- events, public relations, styling, models, photo sessions and the runway</ul><p>With its documentary-style format, real sketches, technical information and useful resources, <b><i>Fashion: Concept to Catwalk</i></b> offers a rare look at the high-fashion trade through the lens of a working studio.</p>