The Different Markets for Fashion

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
R/505/1019
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence.

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1 — Know the fashion cycle.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Outline the fashion cycle.
  • 1.2
    Define and identify examples of:
    • a fad
    • a classic
    • a trend.
2 — Know different market sectors for fashion and clothing.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Define:
    • fashion
    • clothing
    • ready to wear
    • bespoke.
  • 2.2
    Outline different market sectors.
  • 2.3
    Identify examples of products from different market sectors.
3 — Know about other sectors related to the fashion and clothing industries.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Identify other sectors closely related to the fashion and clothing industries.
4 — Know key fashion/clothing retailers.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Identify examples of a market-leading fashion/clothing retailer trading:
    • in high volume mass market fashion
    • in high quality boutique fashion
    • by mail order or internet
    • exclusively in specialised clothing.