Draping Models

Draping models are used in fashion design to visualize how fabric will fall and fit on a person’s body. Designers place a piece of fabric on a dress form or a live model, then manipulate and shape it to see how it creates the desired silhouette. This process helps in understanding the fabric’s behavior, checking the design’s structure, and making adjustments before sewing the final garment. Essentially, draping models are tools for experimenting with fabric and form to develop well-fitting, aesthetically pleasing clothing.