BTEC ‘Fashion & Textiles’ yr 12 summer 2014 holiday assignment

• Visit the Textiles and Fashion Collection at the V&A Museum, a collection that spans five centuries. Focus on The History of 1960s Fashion and Textiles exhibition area.The 1960s was a decade of sweeping change throughout the fashion world generating ideas and images which still appear modern today. Whereas fashion had previously been aimed at a wealthy, mature elite, the tastes and preferences of young people now became important.

• Sketch at least 10 garments, note Key info: Designer names, materials, date, include your own personal opinions on the garments/ exhibition.

• Make an a3 size mood board exploring 1960s fashion.

• Be prepared to share your experience and work when we begin the course. Good luck!

During your course you will be required to create an illustrated journal of the history of fashion & textiles. Your research into key historical and contemporary designers will be informed by primary and secondary sources. To kick start this you need to visit the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, an invaluable resource to be re-visited throughout your studies.

www.vam.ac.ukFree entry to general textiles & fashion

collectionOpening times

10.00 to 17.45 daily10.00 to 22.00 Fridays