Understanding Fashion: Clothing, Aesthetics and Cultural Expression.

The "Understanding Fashion: Clothing, Aesthetics, and Cultural Expression" provides a comprehensive study of various categories of fashion and textiles. It is intended as an academic reference for students, teachers, and professionals in the fashion and design industries. The book covers essential topics such as elements and principles of design, design thinking processes, sources of inspiration, cultural & historical influences, along with technological aspects of design, sustainable practices, and fundamental garment construction techniques. However, special emphasis has been placed on integrating Indian textile heritage and traditional knowledge systems with modern approaches, with vision of promoting Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) in higher education. It is structured to develop both the theoretical understanding and practical skills through case studies, visual analysis, and experiential learning.