Introduction to Fashion Design - Full Course

Using a variety of 2D & 3D experiments we will explore how to develop a (collection) line/up. You will be able to get a real taste of the design industry as well as develop your personal design ‘language’ and designing for fashion at a market specific level (a better understanding of the industry/customer)

By the end of this course you will have the tools necessary to communicate your ideas, or begin developing a portfolio for application for further study in fashion as well as a clear idea of whether the work of a fashion designer, or some other role in this diverse and vibrant industry, is for you.

Both Menswear & Womenswear design are covered.


Topics covered

Week 1

• Design Briefing (setting up a project)
• New Research Methods for Designers
• Colour Palette & Texture Sourcing Workshop
• Figure Drawing Workshop
• Multiple Design Exercises (collage-detail placement-negative space-projection)
• 3D Paper Draping Workshop
• Preliminary Design Development Workshop
• Sketchbook Development
• Seasonal Field trips (stores-events-locations) will be available to make the most of your course and time in London (self guided & non compulsory)
• Vocational Weekend - Homework

Week 2

• Lecture: The Business Of Fashion’
• Trend Analysis & Fashion Communication Lecture/Workshop
• Secondary Design Development Workshop
• Runway Review (deconstructing a designers collection)
• Collection Breakdown (what belongs in a collection)
• Lecture & Exercise: ‘Collection Structure’
• Portfolio Review (for those interested in application to art school)
• Advice & Diagnostics (next steps in fashion)
• Who should take this course?
• Absolute Beginners
• Business Start-Up
• Foundation/BA Student
• The Fashion Experienced looking for a new design narrative

Entry requirements: None

Level: Beginners – Intermediate

Please note: This course is for students aged 18 and older