A comprehensive, illustrated introduction to zero waste fashion design by the foremost pioneers of research on this subject

Zero Waste Fashion Design combines research and practice to introduce a crucial sustainable fashion design approach. Written by two industry leading pioneers, Timo Rissanen and Holly McQuillan, the book offers flexible strategies and easy-to-master zero waste techniques to help you develop your own cutting edge fashion designs. Sample flat patterns and more than 20 exercises will reinforce your understanding of the zero waste fashion design process. Beautifully illustrated interviews with high-profile, innovative designers, including Winifred Aldrich, Rickard Lindqvist and Yeohlee Teng, show the stunning garments produced by zero waste fashion design. Featured topics include: The criteria for zero waste fashion design Manufacturing zero waste garments Adapting existing designs for zero waste Zero waste designing with digital technologies

"This is a truly excellent read and very relevant for an industry which is having to start a dialogue surrounding it's impact on the environment." - Jo Barnfield, City of Bath College, UK

"Written by two of the leading protagonists in the field ... [This] is a well-illustrated, comprehensive and practical volume." - Fashion Practice