Book excerpt: Written for fashion design, apparel, and patternmaking students and professionals, this step-by-step guide to draping fabric on a dress form teaches skills and techniques needed to develop creative patterns. 'The Art of Fashion Draping' is organized from basic to advanced projects and includes a wide variety of styles--from the basic bodice to bias-cut gowns. More than 1400 two-colour illustrations reflect current designs and visually spell out every step of the draping process.