Book details

How to Draw Vintage Fashion
Description
This is a beginners' step-by-step guide to drawing vintage-inspired fashion like a real designer. The book is aimed at young people who are keen to learn how to draw figures in vintage outfits. At the beginning of the book, leading designers explain how they find vintage inspiration for their design process, with examples from their sketchbooks. Models, stylists, and fashion bloggers discuss the trendiness of vintage fashion. The book provides instruction on drawing a fashion template (croquis), including body proportions and transforming a stick figure into a full figure. It also offers guidance on drawing fashion looks based on various inspirations such as key decades like the 1960s and 1970s, musical trends like rock 'n' roll and folk, and cinema. Feature boxes delve into accessory details such as jewelry, bags, belts, and shoes. Additionally, there's a section on iconic fashion pieces with timeless appeal and another that covers the design process from creating a mood board to developing a vintage collection.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
96 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- To gain a comprehensive understanding of vintage fashion illustration techniques, which can enhance your drawing skills and provide inspiration for your own designs.
- To explore the history and evolution of fashion through the lens of vintage illustrations, giving you a deeper appreciation for past styles and how they influence modern trends.
- To access step-by-step tutorials and practical exercises included in the book, which are designed to help you master the art of drawing vintage fashion figures and garments.
- To enjoy a visually rich experience with high-quality reproductions of original vintage illustrations, providing not only instruction but also aesthetic pleasure.