Accessory Design

The first textbook to cover the complete process for designing accessories, from inspiration to design sketching through manufacturing, Accessory Design is intended to give students a focused resource for developing their own accessory line. An introduction to the history of accessories throughout the centuries provides students with both context and inspiration for their designs. A consistent chapter format covers the key stages of the design process for the major segments of the accessories market—handbags, footwear, and small accessories (belts, scarves, hats, etc.). Examples of student illustrations from all stages of the design process including sketches, mood boards, flats, and final presentations support chapter projects, and help students gain practical experience in developing a line of accessories for their design portfolio.

Aneta Genova is an Assistant Professor of Accessory Design at the BFA Fashion Design Department at Parsons School of Design in New York City and has created online accessory design and history of costume classes respectively for The Academy of Art University Online and Drexel University in Philadelphia.

A History and Overview of Accessory Design
Highlights in the History of Accessories from Ancient Times to the Present
History of Classic Accessory Companies
Contemporary Accessory Designer Profiles
Basics of Accessory Design
Designing Handbags and Small Leather Goods
Introduction to Handbags
Inspiration and Research for Handbags and Small Leather Goods
Design, Sketching, and Presenting Handbags and Small Leather Goods
Tech Packs and Manufacturing for Handbags and Small Leather Goods
Designing Footwear
Components and Styles of Footwear
Constructing Shoes