Fashion Patternmaking Techniques: How to Make Jackets, Coats and Cloaks for Women and Men

Antonio Donnanno began in his career in his family's tailor shop and later, after majoring in history and philosophy, focused on the teaching of costume history and pattern-making techniques. In 1982, he founded the acknowledged Euromode School Italia in Bergamo, which soon expanded with new branches on the international stage and where, alongside his teaching duties, Donnanno also serves as director. Antonio Donnanno has written dozens of books about fashion and has his own consulting firm, focusing on pattern-making and business.

The third volume of this collection completes the exploration of patterns for women and men. It focuses on the shaping of men's and women's outwear. The wide range of patterns examined includes basic forms of jackets, coats and cloaks as well as the latest trends and new cuts proposed by designers that go beyond the timeless and fundamental models. The book also offers detailed descriptions of drafting techniques, which are essential for the industrial patternmaker and, last but not least, techniques for altering and fitting jackets, coats and cloaks. Antonio Donnanno began hiscareer in his family's tailoring shop. In 1982, he founded the prestigious Euromode School Italia in Bergamo, which soon expanded abroad. He has written dozens of books on fashion and has his own consulting firm, which focuses on patternmaking and business. The illustrator, Elisabetta Kuky Drudi, is also author of Promopress bestseller Fashion Details. She currently designs for various international fashion houses.

Table of ContentsChapter 1. Jackets and WaistcoatsChapter 2. Coats and AnoraksChapter 3. Heavy Jackets and Over CoatsChapter 4. Cloaks and HoodsChapter 5. Wedding DressesChapter 6. Men's Coats and OvercoatsChapter 7. Repairs Chapter 8. Drafting