WorksheetsTFTFD 3155 2ND TERM EXAM
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 2hrs 9mins
What is the first step in developing a fashion collection?
Designing accessories
Finding a fabric supplier
Knowing your customer
Following trends
Which brand is known for the "Carpool Couture" concept?
Ralph Lauren
Michael Kors
Coach
Thom Browne
What does "having a point of view" mean in fashion design?
Following fashion influencers
Having a unique brand identity
Copying trendy looks
Always using luxury materials
Which of the following brands is associated with “Accessible Luxury”?
Prada
Chanel
Coach
Balenciaga
Why is consistency important in branding?
It allows designers to try all trends
It ensures mass production
It prevents overspending
It helps the brand become recognizable
Which designer is known for building a consistent American lifestyle brand?
Thom Browne
Marc Jacobs
Ralph Lauren
Kristen Lee
What is the right attitude towards fashion trends?
Completely ignore them
Follow all of them
Be aware but don’t be controlled by them
Base all collections on trends
What should you prioritize when building a collection?
Quantity
Expensive fabric
Editing and focus
Random styles
According to the lesson, what makes a collection cohesive?
Similar fabric colors
A mix of seasonal and classic looks
A common story or theme
The use of trendy silhouettes
What is the advantage of having a signature item?
You can design fewer products
It can become an iconic and consistent best-seller
It helps avoid branding
You don’t need marketing
You are designing a collection for young urban professionals who love minimalist fashion. A current trend is neon streetwear. What should you do?
Change your style to follow the trend
Mix neon with minimalist designs
Stick to your brand identity and keep your designs minimalist
Ignore your customer and try something new
A customer loves your best-selling blazer design. What is the best way to handle this in the next collection?
Discontinue it and start fresh
Slightly update it and offer new colors or fabrics
Replace it with a completely different item
Ignore customer feedback
You notice your last collection had too many different styles and themes. Buyers were confused. What should you do next time?
Add more styles to have more options
Focus and edit your collection for a more cohesive look
Use only one fabric for all items
Copy another brand’s successful strategy
Your brand identity is luxury bohemian wear, but a trend report says metallic streetwear is the next big thing. What’s the best approach?
Ignore your brand identity and follow the trend
Add streetwear items to the collection
Observe the trend, but stay true to your bohemian aesthetic
Change your target market
You are launching your first collection. What is a smart strategy?
Create 50 designs to impress people
Start small with a few quality pieces
Copy famous designers
Make a statement with shock-value designs
A buyer asks what makes your brand unique. What is the best answer?
“I just follow trends.”
“My designs change every season.”
“I have a clear point of view and consistent style.”
“I design for everyone.”
Your collection has 20 designs, but only 12 follow your theme. What should you do?
Include all anyway for variety
Remove the off-theme pieces to maintain cohesiveness
Add more off-theme designs
Launch two collections at once
You notice that your loafers always sell out, even when other designs don’t. What should you do?
Discontinue them
Keep them and develop variations in future seasons
Try selling sneakers instead
Copy other popular shoe styles
A new designer friend says, “I want to design for everyone!” What’s the best advice you can give based on the lesson?
“That’s a great idea!”
“It’s better to focus on a specific target customer.”
“Try to mix all styles to please everyone.”
“Trends will guide your designs anyway.”
Your brand is known for minimalist office wear. A customer asks for sequined party dresses. What should you do?
Start offering party dresses
Make a one-time party dress collection
Stick to your identity and refer them to another brand
Change your whole branding
Which of the following best defines "Craftsmanship" in fashion?
The type of fabric used in a garment
The marketing strategy behind the design
The quality of garment construction
The retail price of the item
A client wants a luxury evening gown made of silk, but your budget is tight. What is the most practical choice?
Use polyester satin without informing the client
Cancel the order
Look for a high-quality silk alternative that fits the budget
Use leftover fabric from a past collection
Why is it important to balance commerciality and creativity in fashion design?
So the design wins awards
To ensure designs are both marketable and expressive
Because fashion schools require it
To use all available materials
What is a key benefit of working in a fabric store as a student designer?
Gain hands-on experience with different textiles
Earn extra income only
Avoid making your own fabric choices
Learn how to run a register
A fabric supplier requires a 500-yard minimum, but you only need 100 yards. What should you do?
Cancel the design
Partner with other designers to meet the minimum
Buy the full 500 yards
Ask the supplier to give it for free
What does “deadstock fabric” mean?
Fabric that has defects
Fabric with expired warranties
Leftover fabric from factories sold at lower prices
Fabric that cannot be dyed
Which of the following is not a factor that affects lead time?
Garment silhouette
Fabric customization
Shipping time
Stock availability
You plan to use an expensive fabric for a new collection. What is the best strategy to stay within budget?
Use it on all garments
Use it only for simple designs to balance the cost
Pair it with plastic trims
Skip quality control
A new designer plans to dye fabric to reduce cost and meet design needs. What should they ensure first?
That it is already printed
That the fabric is dyeable
That the factory is nearby
That the fabric is stiff
What does “finishing” in fashion quality refer to?
The designer’s name on the tag
Details like stitching, lining, and trims
The last day of sewing
The shipping box
You received a fabric swatch you love, but the supplier hasn't clarified the price. What should you do?
Order it immediately to secure stock
Wait and look for other suppliers
Clarify pricing, payment terms, and order quantity before committing
Ask the sewing team to choose for you
Why should designers avoid ordering too much fabric?
It’s hard to store
To avoid waste and unnecessary expenses
Fabric expires after a week
Too much fabric can damage machines
A classmate asks you why luxury brands still care about quality if they charge high prices. Your best answer is:
Customers don’t really notice quality
High-quality justifies the brand image and price
It’s easier to sell online
Quality helps reduce returns only
If you’re designing with silk chiffon in three garments, what’s the most cost-effective approach?
Use three different lining materials
Use different colors and buy separately
Use the same fabric in different ways (pleated, lined, etc.)
Use polyester in one of them to save money
A supplier offers to accept a lower minimum order if you pay a higher price per yard. What is this an example of?
Retail scam
Negotiation trade-off
Pricing error
Bad business ethics
You’re a new menswear designer and you ordered fabric from Italy using FOB pricing. When the fabric arrived, you were surprised by the high customs fees. What was your mistake?
You didn’t ask the supplier what colors were available
You assumed shipping and duty fees were included in FOB pricing
You ordered too much fabric
You didn’t know how to use the fabric
Which of the following pricing terms includes both shipping and customs duties?
FOB
CIF
LDP
EXW
Your production is delayed because your fabric shipment got stuck at customs. What should you do next time to avoid this?
Use DHL or UPS for express shipping
Never order imported fabric again
Just wait for the shipment, no matter how long
Buy fabric from a street market
What does CIF stand for in fabric pricing?
Customs, Insurance, and Freight
Cost, Insurance, and Freight
Certified International Fabric
Cost Including Fabric
You’re sourcing a unique fabric for a small-batch avant-garde collection and only need a small quantity. What is the best option?
A large textile mill
A converter
A jobber in the secondary market
A direct-to-consumer fashion store
What is the main difference between a mill and a converter?
Converters produce fabric from yarn, mills do not
Mills print fabric, converters do not
Mills manufacture raw fabric, converters finish or treat it
Converters control the full fabric process, mills do not
You found a jobber selling discounted leftover fabric perfect for your design, but you’re worried about running out of stock. What should you do?
Ask the jobber if they can reserve the remaining stock
Just buy it and hope it’s enough
Cancel your design plan
Order fabric from multiple jobbers without checking
Which of the following shipping strategies can help prevent customs delays?
Ignoring the Harmonized Tariff Code
Using only sea freight
Hiring a customs broker or freight forwarder
Buying the cheapest shipping option available
You ordered fabric online because it was the exact shade and texture you needed. But when it arrived, it looked completely different. What should you have done?
Ordered more fabric in case it was wrong
Sent it back and complained immediately
Requested swatches before ordering
Avoided buying fabric online altogether
Which of the following countries is most known for high-end fabrics such as cashmere and luxury prints?
China
Japan
Korea
Italy
You find a fabric flaw after delivery but want to proceed with production. What is the best course of action?
Hide the flaw in the garment
Report it to the supplier and request a discount
Change your entire design
Dye the fabric a new color
You’re working with a vertical manufacturer who is also sourcing your fabric. The factory sends you options that don’t match your vision. What’s a potential disadvantage of this method?
It’s too expensive for small brands
You have full creative control
It limits your fabric choices
You can only order from international mills
What is the first thing you should do when fabric arrives at your studio?
Start cutting right away
Iron it to remove wrinkles
Measure and inspect it for flaws
Send it to the dyeing facility
You're a startup designer using pre-made shirts for your first T-shirt collection. When is the best time to upgrade to custom-made garments?
When your supplier stops selling
When your brand needs a unique identity and better quality
When you run out of ideas
When pre-made garments become more expensive
What should you do if your fabric delivery is delayed and your production schedule is affected?
Cancel all orders
Ignore the problem and wait
Follow up professionally with your supplier for updates
Blame the factory immediately
You are launching a summer collection and want the shirts to be in-store by March 1. What is the best time to finalize your fabric order to allow proper time for production?
February
January
December
November
Who is primarily responsible for monitoring the production process, staying on schedule, and ensuring quality in a fashion business?
Fashion Illustrator
Production Manager
Textile Designer
Pattern Maker
You're a new designer managing your own production. You’ve received 20 meters of cotton fleece fabric for hoodies. What should you do before cutting the fabric for bulk production?
Hire a photographer
Send it directly to sewing
Inspect the fabric for defects and measure yardage
Start marketing on social media
Which of the following steps comes last in the 15 Steps of Production?
Grade pattern for sizes
Pack and ship
Order production fabric
Create the marker
A boutique orders 15 pieces from your collection. Before you begin production, you realize your original fabric is out of stock. What should you do?
Cancel the order
Choose a totally different fabric without telling the buyer
Find the closest possible alternative and inform the buyer
Delay the order and hope the original fabric restocks
Which branding tool includes your lookbook, line sheets, collection summary, and bio for media and buyers?
Logo
Website
Press and Sales Kit
Order Form
You’re checking a hoodie sample and notice the sleeves are too long. At which step of production should you make these changes?
Cut and sew garments
Finalize collection of samples
Grade pattern for sizes
Create first patterns
Why is it important to work backward when making a production schedule?
It’s more convenient
To meet the release date and allow buffer time
To save money
To speed up design development
You’re trying to build trust with a fabric supplier as a new brand. What is the best strategy?
Ask for free fabric
Pretend you’re a big brand
Clearly explain your vision and show fabric knowledge
Demand exclusivity rights
What font style is typically used in logos to communicate a modern and elegant brand identity?
Comic Sans
Cursive fonts
Sans serif fonts
Handwriting fonts
What does “charge back” mean in the fashion wholesale industry?
A refund given to the customer
A penalty for not following the store’s requirements
A bonus for top-selling items
A discount given to the buyer
Karen delivered 50 dresses to a department store, but the items lacked barcodes and were not polybagged. What is likely to happen?
She will pay a customs tax
The items will still be sold immediately
She may receive a charge back
It won’t be a problem
What does EDI stand for in the fashion business?
Electronic Design Integration
Exclusive Department Inventory
Electronic Data Interchange
Essential Delivery Instructions
Marco agreed to a 70% sell-through agreement. However, only 60% of the items sold at full price. What will happen next?
He will receive a bonus
He doesn't have to pay anything
He will pay markdown money
The store will return all unsold items
What do you call the total cost of fabric, labor, packaging, and other direct production expenses?
Indirect cost
COGS (Cost of Goods Sold)
Margin
Sell-through
Mia sold a blouse at a ₱1,000 wholesale price. The store requested a 15% discount. How much will Mia actually receive per item?
850
900
950
1000
Why is it important for a designer to know the market price range?
To copy the price of competitors
To identify the competitors
To avoid overpricing or underpricing
To receive more discounts
Jamie produced 100 shirts with a COGS of ₱400 each. She also spent ₱10,000 on a photoshoot and ₱5,000 on a booth rental. What is the total indirect cost per shirt?
100
150
50
200
What is the effect of cancellations and returns on a designer?
Increased profit
Faster production
Extra unsold inventory
Helps with exposure
A well-known fast fashion brand released a design very similar to Paolo’s before he could deliver it to the store. What could happen?
The store will order more stock
He will receive a bonus
The store may cancel the order
The price of his item will increase
Which of the following is an example of a wholesale selling platform?
Personal Instagram page
Flea market booth
Department store
Private custom client
Which of the following is a direct-to-consumer (DTC) selling method?
Exporting to a foreign distributor
Selling through Shopee
Selling on your own website
Selling to a boutique
Ana is just starting her fashion business and has a small team. She wants full control of her brand and prefers to build relationships directly with buyers, even if it means slower profit. What selling method is best for her?
Wholesale to department stores
Exporting to overseas buyers
Selling through TV shopping channels
Direct-to-consumer
Which is a disadvantage of selling wholesale?
Orders are usually in bulk
You have to follow the store’s pricing and delivery standards
You can sell to international markets
You don’t have to talk to customers
Ben sells casual wear and is looking for a store that already has many branches across the country to reach more customers fast. What kind of store should he target?
Custom clientele
Fashion incubator
Chain store
TV shopping
What is the main advantage of selling direct-to-consumer (DTC)?
You get smaller profit per piece
You handle less logistics
You have full control of your brand and customer relationships
You depend on stores to market your product
Lea received an invitation to join a fashion incubator. What can she expect?
To work with chain stores
To export her products directly
To receive guidance, workspace, and exposure
To sell on department store shelves immediately
Which of the following is not an example of wholesale selling?
Boutique
Department store
Flea market
Export
Joey wants to sell his clothes but doesn’t want to handle customer service, marketing, or packing. He just wants to focus on design and ship in bulk. What should he do?
Open a pop-up booth
Sell through his own website
Sell to a boutique or department store
Offer made-to-order pieces to clients
What should you include when reaching out to stores to sell your brand wholesale?
Just your contact number
A handwritten letter and a gift
A professional lookbook, line sheet, and samples
A list of your favorite fabrics
Which payment term means the buyer pays at the time of delivery?
Credit Card
Net 30
COD (Cash on Delivery)
Deposit
Lisa is a new designer who is unsure if the store will actually pay her after delivery. She wants to avoid any payment delays. Which payment term should she request?
Credit Card
Net 30
COD (Cash on Delivery)
Deposit
What is one disadvantage of accepting credit card payments?
Customers get discounts
There is a processing fee charged
Designers are paid late
Only used for international buyers
A store ordered ₱30,000 worth of dresses from Jane. She requested 50% deposit before production and the rest upon delivery. How much will the store pay before production starts?
10,000
30,000
15,000
25,000
Which payment term is usually used for international transactions and guaranteed by a bank?
Deposit
Net 30
Credit Card
Letter of Credit
A big retail chain agreed to pay 30 days after receiving the invoice. The designer shipped on April 1. When should she expect payment under Net 30 terms?
APRIL 15
APRIL 30
MAY 01
MAY 05
What do you call it when a store fails to pay on the due date?
Deposit
Early discount
Sell-through
Past Due Account
Marco delivered his order late by 2 weeks. The store was disappointed and decided to cancel the next order. What should he have done to possibly avoid this?
Ignore the delay and hope they forget
Inform the store immediately and explain
Offer them a new collection
Send an invoice anyway
After successfully delivering her products, Anna visits the store to check how they’re displayed and talks to the sales staff. Why is this a good practice?
To claim leftover inventory
To demand a higher price
To learn what customers like and improve future products
To report the store to authorities
What does sell-through mean in the fashion business context?
A discount for late payments
The number of products not sold
How fast a store can sell the designer’s products
A sale event held at the factory
You are designing a luxury evening gown and considering using polyester lining to cut costs. Which of the following is the best course of action based on the lesson?
Use polyester because it looks similar to silk
Use cotton lining instead since it’s natural
Avoid polyester and choose a lining material that matches the quality of the outer fabric
Skip the lining entirely to stay under budget
Which of the following is not part of the key factors that define quality in fashion?
Craftsmanship
Advertisement
Finishing
Materials
A new designer is struggling to meet the fabric supplier's minimum order of 500 yards. What is the most practical solution?
Cancel the collection
Buy only 1 yard and ask for discount
Partner with other designers to reach the minimum
Use leather instead
What does "lead time" refer to in fashion production?
The number of stitches per inch
The time between ordering fabric and receiving it
The amount of fabric used per garment
The time it takes to design a collection
You’ve ordered 20 yards of fabric at $2.50/yard, but only used 10 yards. What lesson can be learned?
Order more fabric next time
Always use up all your fabric
Order only what you need to avoid waste
Use the rest for free giveaways
What is a good strategy to keep fabric costs low and maintain consistency in your collection?
Use only natural fabrics
Limit yourself to 2–4 versatile fabrics
Change fabric for every design
Order one fabric per outfit
You are at a fabric show and meet a fabric rep. What’s the best way to learn more about their textiles?
Take a selfie and leave
Ask for free fabric
Ask questions and show interest in learning
Pretend you already know everything
Why do fabric suppliers have minimum order quantities (MOQs)?
To avoid dealing with small businesses
Because producing small quantities isn’t profitable
To force people to spend more
To sell old inventory
You want to use a very expensive fabric but stay within budget. What’s the smartest way to go about it?
Use it on linings only
Skip your profit margin
Use expensive fabric in simple designs to balance cost
Use cheaper trims to compensate
What should you always do before committing to a fabric order?
Send a mood board
Confirm price, minimums, and payment terms
Hire a fabric expert
Order fabric in 5 colors
