This textbook is intended for those studying A-levels, diplomas or undergraduate programs that focus on textiles and fashion. It provides a clear and systematic approach to the fundamentals of topics such as textile fibres, fabric manufacture, textile dyeing, apparel design and manufacture. Developments such as environmental and sustainability, smart textiles and the integration of technology into the textile and fashion industry are also discussed. Case studies are incorporated to demonstrate practical aspects of the topic. Each chapter includes a summary to emphasise the key points and a comprehensive self-review section for the student.

1 Understanding textile fibres and their properties: What is a textile fibre?

2 Natural textile fibres: vegetable fibres

3 Natural textile fibres: animal and silk fibres

4 Synthetic textile fibres: regenerated cellulose fibres

5 Synthetic textile fibres: polyamide, polyester and aramid fibres

6 Synthetic textile fibres: polyolefin, elastomeric and acrylic fibres

7 Synthetic textile fibres: non-polymer fibres

8 Conversion of fibre to yarn: an overview

9 Fibre to yarn: staple yarn spinning

10 Fibre to yarn: filament yarn spinning

11 Yarn to fabric: weaving

12 Yarn to fabric: knitting

13 Yarn to fabric: nonwoven fabrics

14 Yarn to fabric: specialist fabric structures

15 Yarn to fabric: intelligent textiles

16 Fabric finishing: joining fabrics using stitched seams

17 Fabric finishing: fastenings

18 Fabric finishing: pre-treatment/textile wet processing

19 Fabric finishing: dyeing and colouring

20 Fabric finishing: printing textiles

21 Applications of textile products

22 Sustainable textile production

23 Fashion and culture: social change, culture and fashion in Europe

24 Fashion and culture: global culture and fashion

25 Fashion and the fashion industry

26 Design techniques for apparel

27 Computer Assisted Design (CAD) and Computer Assisted Manufacturing (CAM) of apparel and other textile products

28 Adding functionality to garments

29 Improving the comfort of garments

30 The marketing of fashion

31 The care of apparel products