In this chapter the important differences and distinctions
that coexist between fashion presentation formats are
considered. Building on an understanding of the fashion
figure and the role of technical drawings for fashion, this
chapter explores how they may be grouped together as
part of a coherent presentation. The particular perspective
of fashion illustration is considered in relation to other
artwork formats, while a range of artwork boards, sometimes
ambiguous in nature, are visually presented and explained.
We look at the growing influence of digital presentation
platforms, including websites and blogs. The chapter is
richly supplemented by interviews with three inspirational
illustrators who each apply their different styles and talents
to contemporary fashion illustration. Their distinctive media
choices and eclectic styles are testimony to the diver
In this chapter the important differences and distinctions
that coexist between fashion presentation formats are
considered. Building on an understanding of the fashion
figure and the role of technical drawings for fashion, this
chapter explores how they may be grouped together as
part of a coherent presentation. The particular perspective
of fashion illustration is considered in relation to other
artwork formats, while a range of artwork boards, sometimes
ambiguous in nature, are visually presented and explained.
We look at the growing influence of digital presentation
platforms, including websites and blogs. The chapter is
richly supplemented by interviews with three inspirational
illustrators who each apply their different styles and talents
to contemporary fashion illustration. Their distinctive media
choices and eclectic styles are testimony to the diver