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TAM 2037 - Intro to Apparel Construction

This was my first sewn collection. In my Introduction to Apparel Design course, I learned the fundamentals of garment construction by creating a small collection of garments. Throughout the semester, I constructed four pieces: an A-line skirt, boxer shorts, trousers, and a sheath dress. Each project helped me build technical sewing skills while gaining experience with pattern use, fabric handling, and garment assembly.

For my final collection, I drew inspiration from the sororities of the Divine Nine. The collection celebrated the history, culture, and sisterhood represented within these organizations while incorporating design elements inspired by their identities. Through this project, I was able to combine creativity with technical construction skills, gaining a deeper appreciation for the design process from concept development to the finished garment.

A-Line Skirt: Sigma Gamma Rho

This skirt was inspired by Sigma Gamma Rho's beloved poodle mascot. As a playful nod to the iconic poodle skirts of the 1950s, I created my own modern interpretation by incorporating a poodle design featuring the sorority's Greek letters.

The poodle graphic was created using vinyl.

Embroidering Shorts

Boxer Shorts: Delta Sigma Theta

These shorts feature the sorority’s Greek letters embroidered on the garment.

Using a Brother PE800 embroidery machine, I stitched the design myself to add a custom touch. This project was a fun way to combine apparel construction and embroidery.

Trousers: Zeta Phi Beta

These feature the organization’s abbreviation embellished with bedazzled lettering. The design adds a touch of shine while representing the sorority.

Sheath Dress

Sheath Dress: Alpha Kappa Alpha

This dress features the sorority’s Greek letters along with its founding year. The design was embroidered to add a custom touch and celebrate the organization’s legacy in a simple but meaningful way.

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