Cape & Capelet Collar Fashion Designs

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Design capes and capelet collars with fashion illustration. Learn how to draw capes and capelet collars in this free fashion video from a professional designer.

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Basic Capelet Fashion Designs
A capelet is basically a cape that's shortened. Learn how to illustrate basic capelet fashion designs in this free video on style from a professional fashion designer.

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Cape Collar Fashion Designs
A cape style neckline can still be attached to the same garment. Learn how to illustrate cape collar fashion designs in this free video on style from a professional fashion designer.

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Handkerchief Capelet Fashion Designs
The handkerchief capelet can have a clean finish, meaning it has no visible seam lines. Learn how to illustrate handkerchief capelet fashion designs in this free video on style from a professional fashion designer.

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Pierrot Capelet Fashion Designs
A Pierrot capelet design is reminiscent of a clown suit or garment. Learn how to illustrate Pierrot capelet fashion designs in this free video on style from a professional fashion designer.

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Semi-Cloverleaf Lapel Fashion Designs
The cloverleaf aspect of a semi-cloverleaf lapel comes from a curvature in the bottom of the lapel. Learn how to illustrate semi-cloverleaf lapel fashion designs in this free video on style from a professional fashion designer.

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Tags: design, drawing, fashion, illustration, collars, capelets

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Summary: Why design fashion for models? According to J.P. Prewitt, famous hand model of Bulova fame, models are genetically constructed to become something great: “They’re in peak physical condition. They can gain entry to the most secure places in the world. And most important of all, models don’t think for themselves. They do as their told.” It seems only natural for mothers to want their girls designing fashion and accessories for these legendary lookers. Because of the popularity of shows like Project Runway, fashion design has become a potential career readily consumed by our tweenagers and teenie-boppers.

When it comes to fashion design and illustration, their is a fine line between being practical and creative. In this free video series, fashion designer Laurel Armstrong demonstrates how to draw a variety of capes and capelet collars for use in clothing and garments. The designs include basic capes and capelets, a handkerchief capelet, semi-cloverleaf lapels and a Pierrot capelet. Take the first step towards making capes come to life in the world of fashion design with these illustration tips and techniques!

About the Expert

Expert: Laurel Armstrong is in graduate school for fashion design and is knowledgeable about everything fashion: design, sketching, pattern drafting, draping, sewing construction, etc. Armstrong is also currently involved in various fashion shows. She can be reached at: laurelarmstrong79@hotmail.com.