Includes bibliographical references and index.

Anatomy of an accessory -- What is an accessory? -- The bag -- Footwear -- Jewellery -- Industry perspective: Georgina Martin -- Millinery -- Industry perspective: Philip Treacy -- Design task 1: Developing and accessories library -- Creative product development -- The design process -- Doing research -- Types of research -- Trend forecasting -- Collaborative partnerships -- Idea generation -- Presentation techniques -- Market levels -- Developing a range -- Industry perspective: Scott Wilson -- Portfolio presentation -- Design task 2: Single board development -- Industry perspective: Stephen Jones -- Construction techniques -- Building on tradition -- Essential tools of the trade -- Industry perspective: Arnoldo][Battois -- Exploring construction techniques -- Prototyping -- Industry perspective: Beatrix Ong -- Materials -- Natural fibres and fabrics -- Natural skins -- Industry perspective: Bill Amberg -- Natural metals and stones -- New developments -- Industry perspective: Marloes ten Bhomer -- Finishes -- Hand embellishments -- Machine embellishments -- Contemporary finishing techniques -- Industry perspective: Michelle Lowe-Holder -- Design task 3: Developing finishing techniques -- Industry perspective: Justin Smith Esq. -- Small accessories -- Eyewear -- Scarves -- Ties -- Wristwatches -- Belts -- Gloves -- Design task 4: Sustainable design -- Industry perspective: Claire Goldsmith -- Industry perspective: Christina Brodie.

Designing Accessories explores contemporary techniques that break new boundaries in accessories design, including hand-finishing and machine embellishment techniques. Finally, a detailed explanation of small accessories, essential to the accessories designer, will provide readers with the skills needed to enter the fashion industry.