summary of designs

Designs from original garments -

Designs from jacket & tailoring research -

Designs developed from originals and research above -

Note - all above garments are designed in sequence, with each design being developed upon by the one after it.

7. Inspired by first garment from the first collection. Very simple. Will not develop further.

8. Inspired by second garment from the first collection. High collar and needle inspired shaping could be developed into new designs.

9. Inspired by third garment from the first collection. The lack of second sleeve could prove problematic for a winter garment. This feature may also look strange with heavier winter fabrics.

10. Inspired by forth garment from the first collection. The front panel would be printed with an image, which would make the otherwise simplistic garment more complex.

11. Inspired by fifth garment from the first collection. The metal rods on the arms are too ambitious for a diffusion line. The cost and comfort would be compromised if metal was used.

18. The top shape curves into left arm sleeve and is very unique. Adds interest and appeals to target market who want original designs.

19. The absence of fabric on the shoulder is original but I do not like the neck line on this garment, as the triangular shape has no relevance to my concept or other designs.

20. I find the half collar to be a very original feature, however structurally this would be difficult and therefore costly to construct. I don't particularly like how it looks however that is just my personal taste and not my customers thoughts also. Others that I should the design to liked the collar a lot. I therefore may include the design for development, depending on if it relates to the other designs.

21. This jacket is very symmetrical in comparison to many of the other garments. It would be one of the first pieces I would show in my line-up as it is simple, understated, even, and considered very wearable for most consumers. This is compared to some of the more original designs with uneven tailoring, oversized lapels and statement collars. 

22. Developed from design 21. Bold shaped rectangle is contrasting in placement to the two found on the design before. Dropped shoulder seam.

23. Bold statement lapel. Oversized and eye catching. Added warmth over chest area via layering of lapel over the jacket fabric.

24. Shortens and angles the lapel from design 23. This one is probably more original and makes it more unique from the other designs via the angle the lapel is placed upon.

25. This design is too top heavy and takes away any shape the jacket gives. Introduction of quilting is effective, but becomes overwhelming when located on the sleeves.

26. Simple and elegant design. Longer length and somewhat tight fitted shaping. Successful and I would like this to be one of my final garments. I don't want to change the design at all, but could explore fabric selection further. Quilted top gives the simple and even design a element of added interest without being overpowering. In season design.

27. Developed from designs 2 and 8. Quilting placement continued from design previous design.

28. Keeping of quilting in same place while statement collar is removed and needle shaping is moved to add interest to the sleeve. Currently the sleeve is open to expose the arm or under layers, but this could be changed later if desired.

29. This design is too complex and busy. There is too much quilting. I would prefer if it was a small design feature on several of the garments rather than a majority fabric choice.

30. Slightly uneven placement of front pockets adds interesting detailing, especially considering their low placement and quilted fabric. The eye is drawn down the garment to these which I like. The long length is slimming.

31. There is too much quilting. I do like the placement of the pockets, so low that they almost hang off the jacket. I would probably take the pocket design and put them on a different jacket if I was to develop this further. Dropped shoulder seam.