This course is ideal for those who dream of working in the fashion industry, as well as those who want to learn how to create their own collections and develop unique designs. You will gain not only theoretical knowledge of fashion trends and history, but also practical skills in sketching, conceptualizing and choosing fabrics. We will teach you how to translate ideas into real products and how to create harmonious collections that can become part of the fashion industry.
Course program
Fashion Design Fundamentals
- History of fashion and key designers;
- The influence of cultures and time on fashion;
- How collections are created: from concept to realization.
Sketching and visualizing ideas
- Drawing clothes: from simple sketches to professional presentations;
- Developing collections on paper;
- Visual design and drawing techniques.
Trends and predictions
- Current trends in fashion;
- How to predict future trends;
- The impact of technological changes on fashion.
Selecting fabrics and materials
- Main types of fabrics and their properties;
- How to combine materials correctly;
- Working with colors and textures.
The process of creating a collection
- Collection idea development: from concept to model selection;
- Presentation of the collection: from sketches to finished products;
- How to create moodboards and stylized photo sessions.
Format and cost
Duration: 6 weeks
Price: $900
Format:
- Offline: on-campus classes (groups of up to 8 people)
- Online: one-on-one classes in Zoom + access to video lessons and materials
At the end of the course you will receive an AFA Fashion Love certificate and will be able to present your first mini collection or sketches at a professional presentation!