A Practical Guide to the Fashion Industry

Concept to Customer

Virginia Grose (University of Westminster, UK)

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Bloomsbury Visual Arts
15 April 2021

Fashion & textiles: design; Fashion & beauty industries

Series: Basics Fashion Management

Highlighting the skills and considerations needed to manage products, Virginia Grose introduces key processes such as product development, the supply chain and branding to help you quickly get to grips with the business side of fashion. Examining traditional and newer roles within the industry, discussing the roles of buyers, retailers and merchandisers interviews and case studies give insight into the realities of this competitive industry.

This second edition has all new case studies, interviews and projects as well as coverage of sustainable practice, the use of social media, the circular economy and slow fashion. There’s also more on digital storytelling, online and offline retailing and elements of retail entertainment for customers plus the impact of fast fashion throughout the industry.

By: Virginia Grose (University of Westminster UK)
Imprint: Bloomsbury Visual Arts
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 2nd edition
Dimensions: Height: 228mm, Width: 160mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 396g
ISBN: 9781350079670
ISBN 10: 1350079677
Series: Basics Fashion Management
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 15 April 2021
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Virginia Grose has over 30 years' experience in the fashion industry. Originally trained as a fashion designer, she gained her professional experience with Courtaulds in the supply chain and product development sectors. She has worked with a range of international clients such as Marks & Spencer and Wal-Mart. She is currently course leader in MA Fashion Business Management at the University of Westminster, UK.

Reviews for A Practical Guide to the Fashion Industry: Concept to Customer

Praise for the first edition: I think this is a book that should be given to every fashion student ... [it] contains a goldmine of information for a novice and holds important considerations for the professional. -- Sheri Lee, Fashion designer and writer, www.safashiongirl.com Excellent, really a beautiful book. -- Young Kim, Kent State University, USA