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STUDENT BOOKLET
Competition
Steps
It is great that you have decided to enter the 2018 Wool4School Design Competition. Don’t worry if
your school is not participating in the competition - you can also enter this competition individually.
Contained in this booklet are the competition requirements, worksheets, website/video links
and resources. These are provided to help you develop your designs further and create the best
possible entry that will address all the criteria.
Be sure to also check out the student examples from last year’s competition.
COMPETITION STEPS
Step 1 – Select an end user* that you would like to design a multi-functional garment/outfit for.
(All year levels).
Step 2 – Create an end user inspiration board. (Years 9 to 12)
Step 3 – Design a creative and innovative multi-functional outfit for your chosen end user that fulfils
a need or purpose and annotate it using the criteria. (All year levels)
Step 4 – Create a working drawing/technical sketch of your outfit. (Years 11&12)
Step 5 – Write a supporting creative statement – check the criteria. (Years 9 to 12)
Step 6 – Upload your entry to the Wool4School website. (All year levels)
* An ‘end user’ is the person who will actually use/wear the outfit you design!
GETTING STARTED
Read the design brief carefully on the next page and make sure that you understand what the task is
asking of you – a good idea is to highlight the key words!
* Another tip is to look at the judging criteria so you are aware of what will be assessed.
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Design Brief
DESIGN BRIEF
Wool4School invites you to design a multi-functional outfit which truly highlights innovation and
your creativeness as a designer. From dresses turning into handbags, jumpers which can be worn
as a skirt, or trousers becoming shorts - the possibilities are endless, but versatility is essential.
The outfit must contain a minimum 80% Australian Merino wool and can consist of one to four
items to complete the look. This is purely a design competition, you don’t actually need to make the
outfit; we just want your sketched designs. So get designing, encourage your friends and teachers
to join the nation’s number one school design competition, Wool4School.
Specifications/Design Criteria
• Your design must be multi-functional and be suitable for your chosen end user to wear.
• Your design is to convey the end user’s style and need/problem to be solved.
• Your design should address all the performance and functional needs as required by the end user.
• The designed multi-functional outfit is to be a new design that is innovative and inventive.
• Up to four items of apparel can make up the outfit.
• Your design must be made up of at least 80% Australian Merino wool.
• Your design(s) must include:
1. Annotated fashion illustration (All year levels)
2. End user inspiration board and creative statement (Years 9 to 12)
3. Technical sketch (Years 11&12).
• All elements of your entry, including design work and creative statement, must be your own
original creation and not contain any commercial or third-party content (i.e. created by others).
• Your designs can be created using appropriate IT software, or hand drawn.
• Registration for entry must be completed before close date.
• Upload your entry by the close of competition date.
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Design Brief
DESIGN CHECKLIST
Your Wool4School entry should consist of:
• End user inspiration board (Years 9 to 12)
• Fashion illustration with annotations (All year levels)
• Technical sketch (Years 11&12)
• Creative statement - no more than 500 words (Years 9 to 12)
Before submitting your entry, check to see that you have met the criteria with the following:
Tick off when complete
Does your end user inspiration board clearly convey the style of your chosen end user?
(Years 9 to 12)
Is your multi-functional outfit design brand new, innovative and inventive?
Does it have secondary functions/uses?
Is your multi-functional outfit suitable for you chosen end-user to wear and address all
the performance and functional requirements?
Are appropriate wool materials and innovations selected for your designs?
Do your annotations: (All year levels):
• Identify the ‘end user’ – the type/age/gender of the person who would wear the outfit
• Reference which features make the garment/outfit multi-functional and what
problem is being solved
• Identify each of the garments that make up the outfit
• Explain the key features of the outfit (both performance and aesthetic features)
• Identify the wool fabrics and wool innovations (knit or woven)
• Identify which Woolmark logo would be applied to each garment
Does your technical sketch (Year 11&12):
• Show the ‘working’ details of your outfits? e.g. fastenings, pockets etc.
• Show all the seam lines
• Have a front and back view
• Is it drawn to scale?
Does your creative statement explain design concept and demonstrate understanding of
wool materials and innovations? (Years 9 to 12)
Is the size of your graphic file no larger than 10Mb (.jpg, .gif, .docx, or .pdf format)?
If you have answered yes to all the questions, you are ready to upload your entry (make sure you
include your year level!).
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Work Sheets
and Resources
WORK SHEETS AND RESOURCES
The following pages contain a number of worksheets and resources to help you with your
Wool4School design entry.
How to use the worksheets/resources:
STEP 1: S.C.A.M.P.E.R for design options
Multi-functional clothing case studies If you are getting stuck for design ideas, look at the
Use this handout to help get ideas about multi- suggestions for being creative using S.C.A.M.P.E.R.
functional garments already on the market. Have VENN diagram for exploring design ideas
a look at innovative design approaches to solve Use this template as an alternative to SCAMPER
various user centered problems and needs. to help come up with innovative ideas for your
End user profile template multi-functional outfit/garment.
Use this template to help identify ‘who’ you Visualisation student example
would like to design a multi-functional outfit See an example of a student exploring possible
for – this will help with selecting appropriate designs through visualsations (concept sketches)
images for your end user inspiration board. and annotations.
Design option/ideas template
STEP 2:
Print out template to help you put your ideas on paper.
End user inspiration board (mood board)
Fashion illustration
Refer to this handout for tips on how to create an
Fashion croquis (templates) are provided if you
effective ‘end user’ inspiration board (a competition
need help with your fashion illustrations.
requirement for Years 9 to 12). See student examples
of what an end user profile board looks like. Annotation help sheet
Advice on how to write appropriate annotations
on your fashion illustration.
STEP 3:
Fashion illustration presentation
Benefits (properties) of Merino wool
A sample layout to show you how to present your
To find out more about Merino wool, try completing
fashion illustration.
this worksheet (you need to find out about Merino
wool as a requirement of this competition).
STEP 4:
Knit and woven fabrics
To be able to successfully annotate (label) your fashion Technical sketches/working drawings (Year 11&12)
illustration, you must be able to appropriately select Find out what technical sketches/working drawings are
knit or woven fabrics for your design. If you have not and how to draw them for the outfit you have designed.
been provided with fabric samples, try asking your Technical sketch template (Year 11&12)
teacher or someone you know that sews about knit Template for you to use to create your technical
and woven fabrics, or go to a fabric store and ask. sketch of your garment(s).
There is also plenty of information provided on the
internet and the Wool4School website to help you. STEP 5:
Merino wool innovations Creative statement (Years 9 to 12)
Complete this worksheet to find out about the new Template that must be filled in to accompany your
and exciting technological advances in wool fabrics. fashion illustration. The creative statement is very
Woolmark logo important as this will help you demonstrate your
Complete this worksheet to find out about the understanding of wool and the Woolmark brand as
Woolmark logo – information on the Woolmark well as outline your research and thought behind
logo must be included in your creative statement. your design concept.
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Select End User
(All Year Levels)
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL GARMENT CASE STUDIES:
To help get you started, check out these designs of multi-functional garments – think about who the
end user of these garments would be:
1. Brand: Blessus - clothing that can be changed using concealed zippers
http://www.ecouterre.com/blessus-modular-clothing-you-can-customize-with-concealed-zippers/
blessus-modular-clothing-2/
2. Multi-functional clothing for refugees:
http://www.ecouterre.com/parsons-student-designed-fashion-line-to-help-syrian-refugees/angela-
luna-adiff-28/?extend=1
3. Tee – pant – bag multi-functional garment:
https://competition.adesignaward.com/design-image.php?y=2014&design=38289
4. Convertible travel outfit:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2274945/Introducing-worlds-Winter-Sun-Travel-Outfit-
Gatwick-Grenada-garment.html
5. The ‘Empowerment’ coat – jacket that converts to sleeping bag:
http://www.empowermentplan.org/the-coat
6. Transformation sleeping bag – jacket:
https://www.cpcompany.co.uk/blogs/archive/59086725-transformables-sleeping-bag-2000
7. Modular clothing – Benjamin Shine:
http://www.benjaminshine.com/projects_to_wear/infiniti01.html
8. Multi-functional and sustainable fashion - Allenomis:
https://www.notjustalabel.com/designer/allenomis
9. Multi-functional dress – The Grommet:
https://www.thegrommet.com/the-flirt-by-angelroxmulti-functional-dress
10. 3 in 1 convertible garment:
http://elitechoice.org/2010/08/18/stephanie-simek-three-in-one-convertible-garment-can-be-
touted-as-the-new-age-clothing-g/
11. Refugee/survival wear:
http://www.studio-orta.com/en/artworks/serie/1/Refuge-Wear
12. Convertible clothing and accessories:
http://jenstrendspot.blogspot.com.au/2010/09/convertible-clothes.html
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Select End User
(All Year Levels)
SELECT AN END USER:
To help you get started on selecting an end-user group for your multi-functional outfit,
below is a possible list.Think about the different needs that these end users might have.
END-USER GROUPS:
- Travellers/backpackers
- Tweenagers
- Children
- Hipsters
- Sporty types
- Special needs/disabilities
- Students
- Business men/women
- Trades men/women
- Homeless
- Pet owners
- Chefs
- Skateboarders
- Unisex
- Campers
- Farmers
- Survivalists
- Fashionistas
- Other ________________________________
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End User
Inspiration Board
(Year 9 to 12)
ACTIVITY:
•
• Create an End User Profile
• Identify the following aspects of your end user – the type of person you imagine would wear your
multi-functional outfit (see previous page for list of possible end-user groups):
END USER PROFILE
GENDER Male Female Either/Unisex
0-3 13-18 26-35
AGE GROUP
4-12 19-25 35+
LIVING SITUATION At home with parents Living away from home Apartment/flat
(circle all applicable) Single Married/Couple Couple
TASTES IN THE FOLLOWING (LIST THEM):
STYLE OF CLOTHES
THEY LIKE TO WEAR
MAGAZINES/BOOKS
THEY LIKE TO READ
PLACES THEY
LIKE TO SHOP
MUSIC THEY LIKE
TO LISTEN TO
ACTIVITIES THEY
LIKE TO DO
LIST ANY WORDS THAT WOULD DESCRIBE YOUR END USER:
- - -
- - -
- - -
WHAT ISSUES ARE IMPORTANT TO THIS END USER GROUP?
E.G., KEEPING UP WITH THE LATEST FASHION, BEING SUSTAINABLE ETC.
- - -
- - -
- - -
WHAT DESIGN ELEMENTS AND FEATURES WOULD APPEAL TO THIS END USER GROUP?
MATERIAL TYPES
COLOURS
PATTERNS
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End User
Inspiration Board
(Year 9 to 12)
In your own word, how would you describe this end user group:
ACTIVITY:
Using the information identified in your End User Profile (previous page), create an inspiration board
that reflects their style.
• Collect a selection of images from magazines or from the internet that reflect your end user for
whom you intend to design a multi-functional outfit
TIP: Try using ‘Polyvore’ • Play around with the layout and proportion of the images before you commit to pasting them down
to complete this task.
https://www.polyvore.com/ • Include a heading and any other relevant information that also conveys the style of your chosen
end user – remember to choose an appropriate font.
Below are examples of two different end user profiles:
KEY INFORMATION ABOUT EACH END USER
GROUP HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED
KEY IMAGES HAVE BEEN SELECTED THAT REPRESENT THE END
USER PROFILE INCLUDING THE AGE, GENDER, STYLE, COLOUR
PALETTE, INTERESTS AND MATERIAL TYPE/PATTERN.
THIS END USER PROFILE IS YOUNG WOMEN INTERESTED IN THIS END USER PROFILE IS YOUNG
SUSTAINABILITY AND RETRO STYLES AND PRINTS WOMEN/TEENAGERS WHO ARE ATHLETIC AND SPORTY
*Please refer to the mood board examples for some more presentation ideas.
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Properties and
Characteristics of
Merino Wool
(All Year Levels)
Characteristics and properties refer to how a material looks, feels and behaves. In finding out
about a material’s characteristics and properties we can then select the right material for the job.
So let’s find out about Merino wool.
ACTIVITY:
• Click on the link below to find out why wool is so wonderful: www.woolmark.com/resources/
benefits-of-wool/ (Watch the video – ‘The innovator’ found on this weblink).
• Click on the link below to find out why wool is especially good for sportswear/performance:
www.woolmark.com/inspiration/activewear/ (Watch the video in the link).
• Read through the benefits of wool and identify which benefits are especially appropriate for the
multi-functional outfit you intend to design for your end user.
• Fill in the table below (this will help you with your annotations for your fashion illustration):
WHY/HOW THIS MAKES WOOL SUITABLE FOR A MULTI-FUNCTIONAL
WOOL PROPERTY
OUTFIT FOR YOUR CHOSEN END USER
The outfit is intended to be worn in hot weather, so it is important that the
E.G. BREATHABLE
material is breathable so that the end user does not feel sweaty or clammy
BIODEGRADABLE
RENEWABLE
SOFT
ELASTIC
MACHINE
WASHABLE
STAIN RESISTANT
ANTI-WRINKLE
ODOUR RESISTANT
UV RESISTANT
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Fabrics
(All Year Levels)
KNIT AND WOVEN FABRICS
Click on the following link and watch the short videos to find out about the process wool goes
through from fibre through to fashion.
WOOL PROCESSING
What is the difference between knit and woven fabrics?
ACTIVITY:
Look at the wool fabric samples provided (one knit and one woven) and fill in the following tables
(you may need to use the internet and ask your teacher for help):
KNIT WOVEN HOW CAN YOU TELL?
Which of the two
fabrics is stretchy?
Which of the two
fabrics feels the
smoothest?
Which of the two
fabrics feels the
softest?
KNIT WOVEN WHY?
Which fabric would be
best for a jacket?
Which fabric would be
best for a dress?
Which fabric would be
best for a t-shirt?
Which fabric would be
best for performance
wear - to wear on
stage?
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Innovations
(All Year Levels)
To learn more about The Woolmark Company’s innovations in wool please click on this website link:
www.woolmark.com/knitwear-innovations
• Watch the short video clip on knitwear innovation.
• Click on the browse innovations tab to find out about a range of textile innovations.
• Think about which innovations will be most suitable for the sport you are designing an outfit for.
* These ‘visual’ (aesthetic) innovations are worth checking out: Sculpture Merino, Crinkle Merino,
Merino Devore or 3D Merino (knit or woven)
IS IT WOVEN WHAT ARE ITS WHICH GARMENT/ ACCESSORY WOULD
INNOVATION
OR KNIT FEATURES? YOU USE THIS INNOVATION IN?
Neulana Protect Shower resistant
Outer wear such as spray jackets
https://www.woolmark.com/ Wind resistant
Woven and sportswear, also outdoor gear such
inspiration/textile-innovations/ Wrinkle recovery
as tents etc.
neulana-protect/ Machine washable
Neulana Elite
https://www.woolmark.com/
inspiration/textile-innovations/
neulana-elite/
Wool Denim
https://www.woolmark.com/
inspiration/textile-innovations/
wool-denim-knitwear/
Moisture Management Merino
https://www.woolmark.com/
inspiration/textile-innovations/
moisture-management-
merino/
Aromatherapy Merino
https://www.woolmark.com/
inspiration/textile-innovations/
aromatherapy-merino/
Super-Dark Merino
https://www.woolmark.com/
inspiration/textile-innovations/
superdark-merino/
Sculpture Merino
https://www.woolmark.com/
inspiration/textile-innovations/
sculpture-merino/
Merino Fresh
https://www.woolmark.com/
inspiration/textile-innovations/
merino-fresh/
Machine Washable
https://www.woolmark.com/
inspiration/textile-innovations/
machine-washable/
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the Woolmark
Logo Mean?
(All Year Levels)
Click on the link and answer the following questions:
www.static.woolmark.com/globalassets/woolmark/knowledge/training-manuals/english/
gd0186_the_meaning_behind_the_woolmark_logo_manual_eng_v1.pdf/
Read pages 4&5 and answer the following questions:
What is the Woolmark logo?
What does each of these symbols mean?
1.
2.
3.
How does a garment get Woolmark certification?
What fashion companies or designers do you know carry the Woolmark logo?
Can you list some?
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(All Year Levels)
S.C.A.M.P.E.R. is a graphic organiser that you can use to help you develop your design ideas.
Sometimes you can get stuck on one idea and find it difficult to expand on or improve your design. You can use
S.C.A.M.P.E.R. to help you ‘think outside the square’ and come up with something totally original.
S.C.A.M.P.E.R.
POSSIBLE DESIGN CHANGES/IMPROVEMENTS: Can you think of some more?
STANDS FOR:
• Can you substitute a design feature for another?
e.g. round neck instead of V-neck.
• Can you substitute a colour for another colour?
SUBSTITUTE
e.g. hot pink instead of red.
• Can you substitute a fabric choice for another fabric choice?
e.g. knit jersey instead of plain woven.
• Can you combine two ideas in one?
e.g. take two design ideas from different garments and use them in one look.
COMBINE
• Can you combine two looks into one?
e.g., take the best features from two of your designs and incorporate them in one look.
• Can you adapt your design to suit a different function?
ADAPT • Can you adapt your design to suit a different client?
e.g. be unisex – suits both male and female.
• Can you modify your design so that it is easy to construct?
e.g. simplify the design.
MODIFY
• Can you modify your design so that it is more comfortable to wear?
e.g. modify the design lines so they sit more comfortably on the body.
• Can you put/attach something on your design feature?
PUT
e.g. put a frill on the neckline.
• Can you eliminate/remove a design feature?
ELIMINATE
e.g., remove a frill.
• Can you reverse the position of your design features?
REVERSE
e.g. put pocket on opposite side.
ACTIVITY:
As you begin your designing, try writing S.C.A.M.P.E.R. down the side of your page to help you come up with as
many options as possible.
Design Ideas
Substitute Combine Adapt Modify
Put Eliminate Reverse
*See page 25 for a student example of exploring ideas through visualisations.
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(All Year Levels)
Choose one garment from each list (list 1 and 2) that you would like to combine into a multi-functional garment/outfit for your end user, and
LIST 1 explore your ideas using a Venn diagram. On either side, brainstorm (list/draw) features of either garment/accessory that you would like to
• Pants include and in the middle (where the circles overlap) identify ways you could combine the two items to design a multi-functional garment.
• Skirt
• Dress
• Shorts
• Jumpsuit
• Jacket
• Tracksuit
• Jeans
• Shirt
• Other_________
LIST 2
• Hat
• Bag
• Tent
• Backpack
• Umbrella
• Raincoat
• Parka
• Sleeping bag
• Fashion accessory
Garment/accessory 1: Garment/accessory 2:
• Other_________
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(All Year Levels)
Student example – exploring different pant options through visualisations and annotations:
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(All Year Levels)
As you begin designing, you will need to draw many options before you choose the best one.
Multi-functional outfit to be designed for: _________________(end user group)
Draw at least four different options and ask your friends which one they like best:
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Illustration
Female
Croquis
(All Year Levels)
Your design option is to be presented as a fashion illustration. Whilst it is better if you can draw
your design in your own style, you can however use a fashion croquis (template) to help you.
* Please see examples from 2017’s Wool4School competition for some ideas.
If you would like to download additional croquis templates you can go to this website:
http://www.deviantart.com/morelikethis/262867809 or http://www.designersnexus.com/
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Illustration
Male
Croquis
(All Year Levels)
Hint: When tracing, draw the clothing on the figure first, and then draw the figure around that.
A good medium to use is watercolour, and then use a fineliner to trace the outline.
Croquis found at http://www.designersnexus.com/
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Drawings/
Working
Drawings
(All Year Levels)
TECHNICAL SKETCHES: sometimes called working drawings are drawn outlines of the garments
– they are not shown on a figure. They are not ‘fashion’ drawings and they need to be drawn to scale –
you will see in the template below the figures are in proportion (not elongated like a fashion template).
Use the template below to help draw your technical sketches of your clothing designs to scale – you
can use drawing software such as Adobe Illustrator or you can draw your designs using rulers and
french curves with tracing paper on top.
Include all design lines and stitching details. A front and back view of the garment needs to be shown.
TIP: If using an iPad
or smartphone
you can download the
‘Fashion Design Flat
Sketch App’ to complete
this task.
Female Template
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Drawings/
Working
Drawings
(All Year Levels)
Template and further information on technical sketches found at
www.designersnexus.com/fashion-design-portfolio/fashion-design-croquis-template/fashion-templates/
*Please note that technical sketches are only required for Year 11&12 students. Whilst they are not required for
years 9&10 students, they provide additional exercise to help provide further information about their outfit.
TIP: If using an iPad
or smartphone
you can download the
‘Fashion Design Flat
Sketch App’ to complete
this task.
Male Template
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Help Sheet
(All Year Levels)
Your fashion illustrations should include the following annotations:
1. Reference which features of the outfit that reflect multi-functional
2. Identify how the outfit addresses the practical needs
3. Label each garment
4. Explain the key features of the outfit (functional and aesthetic)
5. Identify the wool fabrics (knit or woven and wool innovations)
Below are some example annotations/annotation starters to help:
LINE COLOUR SHAPE TEXTURE
Bold Bright Round Hard
Flowing Dull Curved Soft
Narrow Cool Square Smooth
Curved Warm Rectangular Rough
Wiggly Strong Triangular Brittle
Simple Soft Natural Shiny
Straight Dark Irregular Matt
Bent Light Circular Tough
Long Earthy Abstract Furry
Short Neutral Geometric Fuzzy
Sloping Contrasting Large Fluffy
Sharp Complementary Small Velvety
Delicate Vibrant Boxy Silky
Light Harmonious 2 Dimensional Hairy
Interrupted Seasonal 3 Dimensional Glossy
Broken Wintery Octagonal Woolly
Dotted Summery Organic Shaggy
Continuous Autumnal Dull
Zig zag Pastel
Jagged Tonal
Even Fluorescent
Uneven Rainbow
Angular Retro
Fragile Metallic
Primary
Secondary
Tertiary
Limited
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Illustration
Presentation
(All Year Levels)
Your fashion illustration should be presented on one (1) page only and needs to include the
following annotations:
• Identify the ‘end user’ – the type/age/gender of person who would wear this outfit
• Reference which features make the garment/outfit multi-functional and what problem
is being solved
• Identify each of the garments (up to 4 pieces) that make up the outfit
• Explain the key features of the outfit (both performance and aesthetic features)
• Identify the wool fabrics and wool innovations (knit or woven)
• Identify which Woolmark logo would be applied to each garment (Pure New wool,
Wool Rich Blend or Wool Blend Performance)
Below is an example layout you may wish to use:
END USER GROUP: Backpacker
MULTI-FUNCTIONAL OUTFIT MADE UP OF:
• Jacket
• Dress that converts to a backpack
• Accessory: Socks
___________________________
WOOL INNOVATION CHOSEN FOR THE
JACKET_______________________
WOOLMARK LOGO:
___________________
___________________________
DRESS CONVERTS TO BACKPACK:
___________________________
FEATURE:
___________________
___________________________
WOOL INNOVATION CHOSEN FOR
THE DRESS/ BACKPACK BECAUSE:
_______________________
WOOLMARK LOGO:
___________________
ACCESSORY:
___________________________
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Statement
(Years 9 to 12)
The creative statement is your opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of materials and design.
Your responses should be as detailed as possible. Answer the following:
DESIGNER NAME:
SCHOOL NAME:
YEAR OF SCHOOLING:
NAME OF THE DESIGN (mood board title):
CHOSEN END USER GROUP:
CREATIVE STATEMENT (no more than 500 words):
An explanation of their design concept and description of the garment(s) design
An explanation of how the design is multi-functional and how it addresses a problem for a specific
end user
Justification of the wool materials and innovations identified for the design (these need to relate to
the properties of the materials)
An explanation of what the Woolmark logo means and how it can apply to their designed outfit.
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Criteria
Your entry will be judged on the following criteria. Before uploading your entry, make sure
you have covered all criteria!
YEAR 7&8 YEAR 9&10 YEAR 11&12
JUDGING CRITERIA JUDGING CRITERIA JUDGING CRITERIA
Innovative and creative Innovative and creative Innovative and creative
1
multi-functional design multi-functional design multi-functional design
Multi-functional outfit Multi-functional outfit Multi-functional outfit
2 conveys conveys the needs of the end conveys the needs of the
the needs of the end user user end user
Clear link between Clear link between
inspiration board (visual end inspiration board (visual
3 Design suitability
user group) end user group)
and multi-functional design and multi-functional design
Fashion illustration –
4 drawing style and clarity of Design suitability Design suitability
drawing
Suitability of wool materials Fashion illustration – Fashion illustration –
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YEAR 11 Kiara-Bella Moore
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Adele Stage Costume
This stage costume defines Adele’s personality on and off stage. I have incorporated
her favourite colour and by doing this it will bring a little more life to her performance,
as she usually wears black.
Aesthetic: I chose merino wool because it is a flexible and easy to handle fabric.
Key features: Head band Types: I have used merino knit and woven merino for the gloves, dress and head band, and a
lace pattern for the belt.
The black head band is a great way to
draw attention to her face when Colour: I have used Adele's favourite colour, green, for her outfit, this will mean she is
performing, as black is what we are comfortable and alive on stage, whereas she usually wears black.
used to seeing her in, it is a
recognizable item.
Key features: Belt
Practicality:
This green lace belt made from a
As Adele has beautiful thick red hair, wool blend devore fabric. Made in
this head band keeps hair off her face, the same colour as the gloves, this
and prevents awkward fly-aways. ties the green together.
Key features: Gloves
The green gloves will add more
texture on the stage, and will add
an extra layer on the outfit.
Practicality:
These gloves are made of
breathable 100% merino wool in a
tight knit construction that will fit
perfectly and definitely keep her
warm on the cold English nights
when on stage.
Key Features: Dress
This dress is elegant and is
not over the top, which is
Adele's go to style I also
used the ombre effect
which will look amazing on
stage.
Practicality:
The green dress is made
from 100% mercerised
knitted merino wool
because of its elastic
properties, that can fit her
shape. The knit wool
construction provides
beautiful drape.
YEAR 7 Jacqueline Crook
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Technical
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Technical Sketches
Measurements
Pants: Bodysuit:
Full length - 102.2cm Waist - 66cm
Crotch line - 34cm Hips - 90cm
Knee line - 19.7cm Bust - 93cm
Flare - 48.5cm Length - 62cm
Jacket: Hat:
Arms - 57cm Brim -
Waist - 63cm - exterior - 129cm
Front - 27cm - interior - 59cm
Jacket back - Top - 59cm
upper) - 11cm Crown Strip - 59cmx11cm
lower) - 31cm
Arm hole length - 22cm
YEAR 11 Molly Dezius
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TECHNICAL SKETCHES TECHNICAL SKETCHES
Bodysuit and pant
Full outfit
length= 130cm
FRONT
BUST = 90cm
WAIST = 68cm
HIP = 100cm
BELT LENGTH = 200cm
NECK TIE LENGTH = 170cm
WAIST TO ANKLE = 94cm
WAIST TO CRTUCH = 38cm
YEAR 12 Kacie Webb.
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Creative
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Creative Statement This piece began when I got inspiration from seeing Delta Goodrem in a live concert. I saw
two sides of her, a soft side which is why there is a nice flowy cape and also a powerful and
bold side, which is the inspiration behind the boned pant. I have used boning in a woven
pattern to give a more structured look and to stand out on stage, whilst performing. The top
with its long flowing cape brings movement and softness to the piece with the
embellishments on the front panel bringing out a glamorous touch.
The cape/top will be finished with an Australian merino wool and silk jersey which will give
shine, flow and catch the eye on stage. Black wool crepe muslin, will cover the woven boning
on the structured wide leg pant. The belt band and neck piece will be made from a heavy
grade linsey-woolsey which will be quite firm, defining both the neck and the waist.
Complementing the whole look is the wool damask front panel with embellishments. The
finishing touch are matching white felt ball rings to bring some fun which reflects Delta’s
personality.
Delta has a fun, vibrant stage presence and I really feel that this look embodies her
personality and reflects the type of artist she is. Delta has beautiful long legs perfect for the
see through pants and big long wavy hair to accentuate the flowing top and cape. Who else
could you imagine wearing this?
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Madonna Inspired Outfit
By Helena Buchegger, year 10
Madonna inspired me to create and design this outfit. My designed concept was
enthused by many searches on the web about what style of clothing Madonna
wears as well as what she wears on stage when performing. From these searches, I
found that mostly Madonna wears black, white, red and the occasional pop of
colour while performing on stage and in her daily life. Madonna tends to wear
quite out there clothing from long pants, tops and ties to showing cleavage and
leotards.
The stage outfit that I have designed uses many of her main colour such as black,
white, red with hints of a shiny gold. I have chosen to do this outfit by designing
the shirt with an over exaggerated collar and long semi-flared sleeves as well as a
long v neck with the shirt being tucked into the pants. The pants include the
colours red, black and a hit of shiny gold. Down both sides on the pants is a strip of
a red and black mandala pattern. The pants are also in a V-shape corresponding to
the top with three gold shiny buttons at the top and two on the edges of the pants.
The back boots are just below knee high and make a bold statement to the
complete outfit.
The shirt and the pants will be made of woven Merino wool. This is because
Merino wool is breathable as the fibres absorb lots of moisture then evaporate
into the air. Merino wool regulates the body temperature as it is an active fibre
that adjusts to changes in the body temperature, this is perfect for this outfit
because when performing the body will heat up and the Merino wool will cool the
body down. Another benefit to Merino wool, it is static resistant and does not
create static electricity which will help the pants and semi-flared shirt to not be
clingy and uncomfortable. Some other properties Merino wool has is that it is soft
and elastic, these two properties play an important part in my garment because
when performing on stage you need a soft outfit, as well the outfit need to have
elasticity due to the amount of dance and movement on stage. The last property of
Merino wool is odour resistant. The Merino wool absorbs moisture vapour and the
odour molecules from sweat to create less sweat on your body.
In conclusion, it can be stated that this Madonna inspired outfit includes multiple
properties (Merino wool) that a performer needs to perform on stage. The design
also includes Madonna’s most worn colours and her style of clothing.
Helena Buchegger Year 10
YEAR 10 Helena Buchegger
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Sakura
My design was inspired by spring in Japan, and the blooming of the cherry blossom trees. The name Sakura comes
from the Japanese word for cherry blossom. The design is composed of a long gown and a floral hair accessory. The
main part of the gown is made of baby pink mercerised merino wool, and features a sweetheart neckline, a cinched
waist to accentuate the waistline and a very wide, flowing skirt. It has lots of flowers made of mercerised merino wool
attached to the skirt, in varying shades of pink and white. They have a visual falling effect, as they are sparse at the
top and become much heavier at the bottom. The ¾ sleeves and top part of the gown are made of baby pink lace.
I think that this gown really reflects Adele’s style, as she is mostly seen wearing long gowns with ¾ sleeves. The wide,
flowing skirt that comes in at the waist is a very flattering style for all body shapes, as it accentuates the waistline and
gives the wearer shape. The sweetheart neckline is also very flattering and compliments all shapes and sizes. The ¾
sleeves also give the dress a very dainty, ladylike feel.
This gown would be perfect for a concert at the beginning of spring, as the wool would be warm, while the lace sleeves
allow breathability. It would also suit a concert at any time of the day, as the different shades of pink would look great
under both natural daylight and artificial stage lighting.
The mercerised merino wool is perfect for this dress as it has a beautiful shiny and softness. It drapes and flows very
well, which would make this gown really come to life.
The flowers are made of many layers of mercerised merino, to give them a life-like, flowing effect. They are in varying
shades of pink and white, and there are three small brown beads in the centre of each flower.
By Macey Smart
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