Date of Award
1-2025
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Science in Fashion Business and Entrepreneurship
Department
Fashion Design
First Advisor
Chajuana Trawick Ferguson
Second Advisor
Amanda Casarez
Third Advisor
Trenton Olsen
Abstract
CLO3D (CLO) has emerged as a prominent software service within the fashion industry, molding the conceptualization and development of 3D fashion designs. By eliminating the constraints of customary manufacturing processes and real-life production costs, CLO equips designers with tools to bring their fashion garments and designs to life. This study aims to explore the capabilities of CLO software by developing five digital bridal dresses while also examining the learning curve, challenges, and benefits associated with its usage. The objective is to identify how CLO can provide aspiring fashion designers with the tools to produce high-quality designs without traditional training.
By harnessing AI technology, CLO enables designers to visualize their creations through virtual design. The software simplifies key design processes and procedures while also reducing costs and waste associated with trial and error. For individuals aspiring to enter the world of fashion design, CLO offers a valuable tool to develop their skills and create professional-level work solely through computer-based design.
Recognizing the value of empowering fashion designers with the necessary tools and resources, CLO provides comprehensive support. The software offers a help center, DIY manuals, a user community, a feature list, a newsroom, and a sustainability hub. These resources enable designers to fully comprehend the capabilities of the software and unleash their creativity to its fullest potential. This thesis project will produce a comprehensive understanding of CLO's potential and its impact on nontraditional fashion designers.
Recommended Citation
Herring, Maya, "Digital Threads: Fashion Design with Clo3D" (2025). Theses. 1242.
https://digitalcommons.lindenwood.edu/theses/1242
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