Fashion Studies — DU B.Sc. (Hons.) Home Science Previous Year Question Papers

1. Define the following terms (any five) : (5x2=10) (i) Custom tailoring 5. (a) Write a short note on any two: (2x5=10) (i) Fashion seasons (ii) Role of a designer (b) Define fashion forecasting. Discuss the primary and secondary sources of forecasting. (10) 4. (a) Discuss the influence of line and shape on an inverted triangular body shape. (10) (b) Discuss the various theories of fashion adoption giving suitable examples. (10) (iii) Seam allowance (iv) Pret-a-porter (v) Primitive clothing 2. Differentiate between the following (any four): (i) Structural and applied design (i) Protection and Adornment theory (iii) Fast and slow fashion (iv) Fashion merchandiser and retailer (V) Conspicuous consumption and emulation 2. (a) With the help of a diagram, elaborate on the various phases within the fashion cycle. (b) Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of conformity. (5) 3. (a) Discuss the factors considered while selecting the readymade garments. (10)