What is the difference between traditional Fashion Designing and modern Fashion Designing?

Inspiration

Emphasis on cultural heritage and traditional fabrics and patterns

Heavy influence of global culture, technology, and innovative fabrics and techniques

Techniques

Hand-loom weaving, embroidery, block printing, and intricate handwork

CAD software, digital pattern making, and laser cutting

Use of Fabric

Natural and local fabrics like cotton, linen, muslin, chanderi, and Banarasi silk

Synthetic fibers like polyester, nylon, and rayon

Design Process

Hand sketching, pattern making, and physical prototyping

3-D design software, virtual prototyping, and AI-powered designing

Key Focus

Focus on cultural heritage, craftsmanship, and timelessness

Innovation and experimentation, functionality, integration of technology, sustainability

Functionality

Mostly occasion-specific for events and rituals like weddings and religious ceremonies

Trend-driven with a focus on comfort, practicality, and everyday wear purposes

Clothing Examples

Indian sarees, kurtas, and lehengas; Japanese kimonos; European corsets; Korean hanbok; etc.

Streetwear, athleisure, short dresses, prairie dresses, etc.