The definition of dormant is someone or something inactive, sleeping or quiet. An example of dormant is a volcano that isn't currently erupting. YourDictionary definition and usage example.
It originally starred Dixie Carter as president of the design firm Julia Sugarbaker, Delta Burke as her ex-beauty queen sister and the designing firm's silent partner, Suzanne Sugarbaker, Annie Potts as head designer Mary Jo Shively, and Jean Smart as office manager Charlene Frazier.
In the world of fashion, every new product or style begins with an idea. Fashion design is defined by the creators of new footwear, clothing and accessories. Fashion designing involves a set of skills that range from market research and creativity to sketching and fabric selection. The fashion designers guide the process from inception to production.