The Tech Packs: A Critical Skill for Emerging Fashion Designers

At Presidency University School of Design, mastering the Tech Pack is a core part of the B.Sc. Fashion Design programme, preparing students to translate creative ideas into production-ready garments and excel in their industry careers. 

Why Every Designer Needs One? 

A Tech Pack is more than just paperwork—it’s the foundation of effective garment manufacturing. It avoids uncertainty between the designer and the manufacturer by defining design aspects precisely. Here's why it's essential: 

• Accurate Costing: Detailed specifications allow manufacturers to provide precise price quotations. 
• Improved Fit: it sheets and measurement tolerances, help designers fine-tune garments before mass production. 
• Time & Cost Efficiency: Fewer revisions and fewer sample rounds lead to quicker market readiness. 
• Quality Control: Acts as a reference for checking materials, measurements, and construction throughout production. 

Components of a Professional Tech Pack 

A professional Tech Pack ensures that nothing is left to chance. Key components include: 

• Fashion Flat Sketches: Precise black-and-white line drawings from various angles. 
• Bill of Materials (BOM): A comprehensive list of all materials, trims, and labels. 
• Measurement Specifications: Standard or custom sizing charts with detailed dimensions. 
• Cost Sheets: Itemized costing tables that cover fabric, labor, and packaging. 

Proficiency in this skill is beneficial for students seeking to work with export firms, foreign brands, or launch their own fashion business. Knowing how to put together a Tech Pack gives design students the confidence to oversee the whole design-to-production process. 

Presidency School of Design equips its students learn to create industry-standard Tech Packs using both traditional sketching techniques and advanced digital tools, ensuring they are fully prepared to succeed in the fast-paced fashion industry. 

Mr. Babu D.  

Assistant Professor  

Presidency School of Design