Aesthetic and Functional Roles of Dress Accessories in Contemporary Garment Design: Perspectives from Fashion Industry in Ghana (Published)
Dress accessories are attached in the garment during production. No garment can be sewn without dress accessories. This study investigates the various categories of dress accessories, its functions and the factors that users consider for the selection of the accessories. Survey research design was adopted for the study. Purposive sampling was used in selecting 245 respondents comprising; 12 lecturers, 218 students and 15 fashion designers. Questionnaire was used to gather information from the respondents. The study revealed that visible and invisible dress accessories are predominantly used in garment production. The findings indicated significant variations in the mean scores for factors influencing the selection of a particular dress accessory among designers, lecturers, and students. Statistical analysis revealed a notable difference in participants’ perspectives. Fashion institutions and training centers should integrate comprehensive modules on dress accessories into their curriculum. Also, fashion designers should be encouraged to explore innovative and creative ways of incorporating dress accessories to enhance the uniqueness, quality, and market appeal of garments.
Keywords: aesthetic, dress accessories, functionality, garment design