ISC Class 11 Syllabus 2028 Fashion Designing

ISC
INDIAN SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
EXAMINATION

YEAR 2028

FASHION DESIGNING
(865)

Developed by:
Research, Development and Curriculum Division (RDCD)
CISCE

January 2026
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FASHION DESIGNING (865)

Aims
1. To provide knowledge of various fashion trends and textiles.
2. To inculcate the interest and to develop a sense of appreciation and creative expression in selection of
ready-made clothes.
3. To enable the students to develop interest in research for various projects and develop appropriate skills
in designing dresses.
4. To enable students to acquire basic knowledge about textiles necessary to select better fabrics for Apparel
and designing clothes.

CLASS XI
There will be two papers in the subject:
Paper I: Theory: 3 hours …… 70 marks
Paper II: Practical Work: …… 30 marks

PAPER I (THEORY) : 70 Marks
1. Introduction to Fashion
(i) Definitions of Fashion
Fashion can be defined as the idea or style in a field like fashion designing, currently accepted by a
given segment of the population.
(ii) Classification of Fashion
The following topics are to be covered briefly: Haute Couture, High Fashion/Street, Knock off, Line
Production, Prêt-o Porter, Made to Measure (Tailored), Classics, Fads.
(iii) Fashion Cycle
Self- explanatory
(iv) Fashion and current trends
Fashion and current trends to be taught, highlighting the fact that the fashion and trends keep
changing.
(v) Careers in Fashion
Various career options: Fashion Designer, Merchandiser, Buying Agent, Production in charge,
Teacher, Pattern Maker, Sample maker, Stylist, Buyer for multi designer stores, Exporter, Fashion
Journalism.
(vi) Fashion Terminology
Corset, Jodhpurs, Achkan, Grain Line, Camouflage, Silhouette, Cummerbund, Gusset, Flounce,
Trend, Style, Bias, Cluster, Rouching, Shirring, Gathers, Pleats, Tucks. Definition and understanding
of the terms.

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2. Design Details
(i) Types of designs
• Natural
• Abstract
• Geometrical
• Decorative/ Ornamental
(ii) Elements of Design
• Line
• Shape/Form
• Space
• Colour
• Texture
• Pattern
(iii) Principles of Design
• Proportion
• Balance
• Rhythm
• Emphasis
• Harmony

3. Wardrobe Planning
(i) Different figure types
An understanding of:
• Ideal Figure Type
• Triangular Figure Type
• Inverted Triangular Figure Type
• Rectangular Figure Type
• Hourglass Figure Type
• Diamond-shaped Figure Type
• Tubular Figure Type
• Rounded Figure Type
(ii) Buying Fabrics
• Shopping for fabrics
• Special buying considerations
• Underlining fabrics -- types and selection
(iii) Clothing as a powerful resource
• Life cycle clothing needs
• Professional Image Types - typical fields and recommended dress for each.

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4. Designers

Learning in detail about five Indian and five International designers (one Japanese, one Italian, one
French, one American and one British) along with their styles of clothes.

5. Care of Clothes
(i) Some common stains and their removal:
• Ink
• Lipstick
• Oil Paint
• Perfume
• Perspiration
• Water
• Ball point Pen
• Blood
• Chocolate
• Coffee/Tea
• Grease
• Nail Polish
(ii) Stain Removal Methods
• Dip Method
• Sponge Method
• Steam Method
(iii) Storage and Maintenance of Clothes
• Importance and Function of Closet Organisation.
• Storage of special clothes: Storage of Velvet, Brocade, Tissue, Suede, Organza;Storing of Knits,
Lingerie, Underwear, Socks and Hosiery, Gloves, Belts, Shoes, Handbags, Hats, Scarves,
Jewellery.
• Maintenance: General tips on how to take care of clothes of all types and materials.
(iv) Principles of Closet Organization
• Visibility
• Reachability
• Grouping by Category

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PAPER II (PRACTICAL WORK) : 30 Marks
Candidates will be expected to complete the practical work listed below and maintain a Journal for the same.
The journal will be assessed internally by the Teacher out of 30 Marks.
List of Practical Work to be done throughout the year

1. Creative use of various types of decorations
Hand embroidery stitches
• Outline stitches
Back Stitch, Stem Stitch, Chain Stitch
• Filling stitches
Satin Stitch, Herringbone Stitch, Long and Short Stitch.
• Fancy stitches
Feather Stitch, Buttonhole Stitch, Bullion Stitch and Trellis

2. Cutting and finishing techniques
• Seams
Stitched and Pinked, Turned and Stitched, Hand-Overcast, French, Flat-felled
• Tucks
Pin Tuck, Shell Tuck,
• Pleats
Knife, Box, Inverted Box
• Gathers
• Neckline facings
Shaped, Bias and piping for Round neck and Square neck
• Fasteners
Hook and Eye, Button and Buttonhole, Press Buttons
• Plackets
Even hem placket
• Hem finishes
Slant hemming and Slip Hemming

3. Basic Illustration
• Learning to draw mechanical croque
• How to flesh out croque
• The 8 head and 10 head proportions
• Clothing the croque --- 2 western and 2 Indian outfits

4. Taking Body Measurements
• Horizontal Measurements
Bust, Waist, Hips, X Back, X Chest, Neck, Shoulder, Armhole, Dart Separation
• Vertical Measurements
Nape to Waist, Shoulder to Waist, Armhole depth, Waist to Knee, Waist to Hip
• Sleeve Measurements
Length to wrist, Upper arm girth, Wrist

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• Trouser Measurements
Body rise, Side seam, Knee girth, bottom width
• Sources of buying various fabrics needed for Apparel
Introduction to various markets to buy required fabric

5. Workshop on Accessory making
Costume jewellery: out of scrap, beads, paper beads, paper quilling

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