From Fabric to Fashion: How a Garment Comes to Life 1. Choosing the Fabric Everything starts with the fabric. Designers pick materials based on how the garment should look and feel: soft drape for dresses, crisp structure for shirts, stretch for activewear. They also check weight, breathability, durability, colourfastness, and sustainability (like organic cotton or recycled polyester). - Why it matters: The right fabric makes the garment comfortable, beautiful, and long-lasting. 2. Pattern Making Patterns are the blueprint of the garment—flat shapes that will be cut from fabric and sewn together. Pattern makers create the base pattern (often from a sketch or sample), add seam allowances, and ensure all pieces fit precisely. Digital tools can help with accuracy and grading for different sizes. - Why it matters: Good patterns mean consistent fit and clean lines. 3. Sampling and Fit Before mass production, a sample is made to test the design. The team checks fit, comfort, proportio...