Ceremonial academic gowns of the University of Zagreb – idea to a finished product path

Purpose To design, develop and construct specific garment designs for use in Croatia as academic gowns using advanced engineering principles. Design/methodology/approach The synergism of historians, designers, engineers, clothing technologists and textile finishers using specialised equipment has been employed in this project. Findings Using interdisciplinarity can yield good results. Research limitations/implications The research targets specific products, but its methodology may be used for any other products/end users also. Practical implications Gowns have been designed, made and used in academic ceremonies successfully. Originality/value Design/technology approach to new product development.