Simple question right?  You'll be amazed at the misconception of what a Fashion Designer really does......!

I remember a number of years ago, a friend of mine wanted me to custom design something for her personal wardrobe.  She assumed that in addition to designing the garment, I would also make the pattern and sew the garment for her.  She was shocked when I told her I didn't make patterns, and I didn't sew either.  I explained to her that those are specific skills from pattern makers and sewers, and normally, Fashion Designers are not properly trained in those skills.   At the time I was the Design Director at a pretty well known women's brand here in Los Angeles.  It was an eye opening experience for me as I never really thought of how little people really know what a Fashion Designer does.