Draping is a technique that involves working with fabric directly on the mannequin. This allows the designer to start out from an idea that can change as the design of the piece progresses. In this process, creative freedom plays a more important and less rigid role than patterns and drawings on paper do. This publication is an essential guide for students and fashion professionals who want to delve deeper into this technique used by big industry names such as Issey Miyake, Margela, Therry Mugler, Iris van Herpen and many others. Focusing on a range of subjects, from the required tools and different examples of designs to the steps to be followed in creating jackets, skirts and dresses as well as more specific details, this book offers everything that readers need to learn about the principles of draping. A step by step and a solid basis for making their own creations without limiting their creativity. Danilo Attardi is a fashion designer. During the first year of his fashion studies, he participated in the international event AltaRoma. After completing his studies in Rome, Milan and Florence, he founded