Roles Of Professionals In The Textiles Industry Flashcards
1
Q
What safety issues would a designer of childrenswear need to consider?
A
Small parts are choking hazards
Legal requirements for children’s nightwear BS5722 flammability
Ribbons and cords
Length of clothes
2
Q
Name some issues designers of children’s clothing would have to consider
A
Children grow
Irritation- some children are allergic to wool
Fastenings need to be able to be used by children and not get trapped
Cost- affordable price as may have to be replaced often
Fibre and fabrics need to be strong durable Easycare and stain proof
3
Q
What issues would the manufacturer have to consider?
A
Skills of the workforce Environmental issues and fabric wastage Health and safety Supply chain distribution and availability of materials and components Social moral and ethical issues Production capacity and time restraints Target market Type of production Season and current trends Quality control and risk assessment
4
Q
What issues does the retailer have to consider?
A
Advertising and promotion Packaging Staff Shop floor lay out Visual merchandising Target market Prices Seasonal trends Brand reputation Storage of stock Delivery dates Website Buying and marketing styles Competitors collections
5
Q
What issues would a designer have to consider?
A
Timescale and delivery dates Social moral environmental and ethical issues Fashion material and pattern trends Originality of their designs Quality standards and health and safety Target market and marketing information Price constraints and competitors Pre manufactured materials and components Manufacturing capability and capacity Supply chain distribution Pattern repeats and size and scale of prints Wholesale production prices
