Draping on the stand; Draping idea's.

For my jacket design I have chosen to use a oversized cocoon style shape with raglan set in sleeves along with two small pockets on the front. For the back of the garment I am going to use a lot of fabric to create a series of drapes up the centre back. Here is my working sketch to show my design more clearly: 

I began draping on the stand in a series of ways to work out how I wish to achieve this look.

- I could create it so the drapes become gradually smaller working down the garment.

- By pining at the centre of the jacket this creates a much more oversized drape.

- By working on one side of the jacket I can ensure the draping will be symmetrical. 

- Tight tucks give a much more distinct look, almost like pleating but by allowing the fabric to fall at certain points, it still allows the fabric to drape except aiming where the drape will hang rather than just falling alone. I will now continue to work on the stand and develop my idea's further.