Fashion technology is the applied art of
designing, planning and creating new clothing and accessories.
Those who specialise in fashion technology are
usually called fashion designers. To succeed in this competitive
industry, a good understanding of fabrics and colours is essential.
Fashion designers also need creativity and technical skills in
needlework, design and patternmaking.
Commercial judgement and knowledge is also
important as many designers are self employed and need to
understand how to promote and sell their products. If not self
employed, fashion designers usually work in-house, supervising a
design team at a fashion company.