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K–12 Standards

Fashion Design and Merchandising

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STANDARD 1.0—ANALYZE FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN A DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING ENVIRONMENT 1.0

  • 1

    Describe how personal values influence choices and goals 1.1

  • 2

    Explain how culture influences behavior1.2

  • 3

    Develop social awareness related to diversity1.3

  • 4

    Identify anthropometrics and how they affect designs 1.4

  • 5

    Explain the influence of physical attributes (including disabilities) on clothing designs and human environments 1.5

STANDARD 2.0—APPLY MATHEMATICAL PROCESSES TO PROBLEMS IN DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING 

  • 2.1

    Express problems in design and merchandising using numeric, symbolic, and/or graphic representations 

  • 2.2

    Perform mathematical calculations in the context of design and merchandising related problems 

  • 2.3

    Demonstrate knowledge of units of measurement (English and metric)

  • 2.4

    Use technology in the solution of math-related problem

  • 2.5

    Calculate material quantities needed for a design project

STANDARD 3.0—DEMONSTRATE DRAWING AND VISUALIZATION SKILLS REQUIRED FOR DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING 

  • 3.1

    Employ various types of drawing media and surfaces in traditional or digital form used in a design environment 

  • 3.2

    Illustrate basic elements and principles of design using traditional or digital media

  • 3.3

    Apply fundamentals of color theory in traditional or digital media 

STANDARD 4.0—APPLY MEASUREMENT TECHNIQUES 

  • 4.1

    Identify common measurement tools used in design and merchandising and their functions 

  • 4.2

    Select an appropriate measurement technique for a specific measurement need 

  • 4.3

    Select and use the appropriate measurement tool for the task 

  • 4.4

    Determine the degree of accuracy required for a specific task or situation 

STANDARD 5.0—ANALYZE THE PRINCIPLES AND ELEMENTS OF DESIGN 

  • 5.1

    Identify key elements and principles of design

  • 5.2

    Demonstrate the use of basic design elements and principles 

  • 5.3

    Demonstrate an understanding of color principles 

  • 5.4

    Differentiate between hue, value, and intensity 

  • 5.5

    Explain how color impacts design 

  • 5.6

    Evaluate the elements and principles of design used in products 

STANDARD 6.0—EVALUATE TEXTILES, FIBERS, AND FABRICS 

  • 6.1

    Explain the history of fibers and fabrics 

  • 6.2

    Identify the characteristics of natural and manufactured fibers 

  • 6.3

    Identify the characteristics of fabrics with various yarn construction 

  • 6.4

    Compare woven, knit, and other methods of fabric construction 

  • 6.5

    Explain fabric finishes and color application methods 

  • 6.6

    Evaluate fibers and fabrics for specific end uses 

  • 6.7

    Apply labeling information to care for fabrics 

STANDARD 7.0—UNDERSTAND THE OPERATIONS OF RETAILING 

  • 7.1

    Define quality customer service 

  • 7.2

    Demonstrate selling techniques that meet client buying needs and motives

  • 7.3

    Explain merchandise buying practices 

  • 7.4

    Explain how to receive, mark, and stock merchandise 

  • 7.5

    Explain the relationship among pricing, profit, and customer's perception of value 

  • 7.6

    Analyze the relationship of customer service and customer satisfaction on business success  

  • 7.7

    Identify codes and standards that stores must implement to meet the needs of customers and workers with disabilities 

STANDARD 8.0—EXHIBIT MARKETING SKILLS FOR THE SUCCESS OF DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING BUSINESS

  • 8.1

    Explain merchandise buying practices

  • 8.2

    Understand visual merchandising and its impact

  • 8.3

    Assemble a visual marketing presentation

  • 8.4

    Create product displays using the elements and principles of design

  • 8.5

    Explain the use of promotional activities to market products and services 

  • 8.6

    Understand ethical behavior in marketing and apply persuasion appropriately to create goodwill and trust

STANDARD 9.0—DISTINGUISH INFLUENCES ON THE FASHION DESIGN INDUSTRY 

  • 9.1

    Explain the history of fashion 

  • 9.2

    Explain the psychology of fashion 

  • 9.3

    Explain the impact of fashion trends and forecasting

  • 9.4

    Explain how values are communicated through clothing and accessories 

  • 9.5

    Explain the role of leading designers, celebrities, and others in determining fashion trends 

STANDARD 10.0—ANALYZE A FASHION DESIGN AND MERCHANDISING BUSINESS

  • 10.1

    Describe business opportunities in the apparel industry 

  • 10.2

    Compare the advantages and disadvantages of sole proprietorships, partnerships, and corporations 

  • 10.3

    Identify the stages of apparel production 

  • 10.4

    Describe the impact of technology on apparel design and production 

  • 10.5

    Summarize demographic, societal, and cultural factors that affect the apparel business

  • 10.6

    Determine the impact of design decisions on the cost of apparel products

  • 10.7

    Analyze international factors the affect the apparel industry

  • 10.8

    Explain the role of small business on local, state, national, and international economies

STANDARD 11.0—ANALYZE FACTORS THAT DETERMINE THE SELECTION OF CLOTHING 

  • 11.1

    Explain how people express themselves through the use of clothing 

  • 11.2

    Identify body types and characteristics that influence the proper selection of clothing 

  • 11.3

    Explain how an illusion of size can be created by the proper selection of fabric design and texture

STANDARD 12.0—CONSTRUCT A GARMENT BY APPLYING THE PRINCIPLES OF QUALITY APPAREL CONSTRUCTION 

  • 12.1

    Compare the quality of different clothing construction techniques 

  • 12.2

    Determine yardage, cost of fabric, and other needs for selected pattern style and use 

  • 12.3

    Interpret pattern directions for constructing textile items 

  • 12.4

    Perform pattern layout and cutting for garment construction 

  • 12.5

    Use a pattern to construct a garment 

  • 12.6

    Practice effective pressing techniques by using appropriate equipment 

  • 12.7

    Evaluate the construction and proper fit of garments 

STANDARD 13.0—PREPARE FASHION DESIGNS 

  • 13.1

    Identify styles, parts, and details that make up a garment 

  • 13.2

    Draw a fashion figure 

  • 13.3

    Sketch a fashion design on a croquis

  • 13.4

    Illustrate the principles and elements of design in fashion sketches 

  • 13.5

    Select appropriate fashion swatches for a fashion design 

  • 13.6

    Create a flat that shows design features and construction details 

  • 13.7

    List the steps in developing a sample garment

  • 13.8

    Identify computer software and applications for computer-assisted design (CAD) in the fashion industry 

  • 13.9

    Design and illustrate an apparel line 

STANDARD 14.0—EXPLAIN THE IMPORTANCE OF ACCESSORIES TO FASHION 

  • 14.1

    Identify accessory categories

  • 14.2

    Identify accessory styles within various categories

  • 14.3

    Compare quality construction features of different accessories 

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What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, and VOCATIONALTRAINING

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