Design and Product Development

Ballet Costume Design: the Ultimate Challenge in Function and Sustainability

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  • Belinda T Orzada (University of Delaware)

Abstract

Ballet costume must portray a character through aesthetics and expressive elements of the garment, while at the same time be perfectly fitted to the dancer to enhance her movement not hinder it. Lamb and Kallal’s (1992) FEA consumer needs model provides the theoretical framework for ballet costume design.

Keywords: design process, functional design, ballet

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Orzada, B. T., (2013) “Ballet Costume Design: the Ultimate Challenge in Function and Sustainability”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 70(1).

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Published on
01 Jan 2013
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