Summer course in Fashion Image

Do you have an eye for style?
This Summer course in Fashion Image focuses on the new fashion professions of image consultant and personal shopper. At the end of your studies, you'll understand the principles around which these professions operate, from the definition of a fashion mood all the way to understanding the importance of accessories, the analysis of facial and body features to emphasize the physical traits and create an accurate look and style for them.

Week 1
Style overview: study of past, present and future fashion trends as well as the elements that characterise them, such as colour, lines, garment details and accessories. Acquire useful information through the analysis of styles and looks taken from newspapers, magazines and videos.

Week 2
Personal identity: you'll analyze the different typologies of human faces and bodies, study the methods and instruments used to emphasize particular physical features such as hairstyling, make-up, skin-care and camouflage. Wardrobe analysis: conduct an in-depth study of the fundamental elements used to dictate a style i.e. the importance of colour, lines, accessories and their combination. Learn methods and secrets of personal shopping.

Week 3
Style definition: create a styling portfolio, a true book on style. Define, develop and present a particular style which is coherent in all of its visual elements. Discussion and final evaluation of the students' portfolios.

Duration of the course
You will receive a total of 80 hours of lessons, with full-day classes held from Monday to Friday.

Who can apply?
We want people who have a feeling for fashion, design and creativity. You do not need a portfolio, you just need a vivid desire to develop your creativity.

Tell me more about the fee
Your payment of the Full Package or Tuition-only fee must accompany your application form. Your fees do not include air fares, transportation, personal expenses, art supplies or meals. For these expenses, students should budget an extra USD 1000 / EUR 700 per month.

What if I cancel?
If you cancel 60 days before the date of the beginning of the course you'll get a full refund. If you cancel 59-30 days before the course's starting date you'll get a 50% refund. No refunds will be issued if you cancel within 29 days or less from the beginning of the course.

Do I Need a VISA?
Check at your Italian, French or British Embassy/Consulate whether you need an entry visa for a three-weeks stay in Italy, France or UK. If you do, we will provide you with the relevant documents to obtain your visa.

Milan
· July 4-22 2011 (Italian, English, Spanish, Portuguese)
· July 18 - August 5 2011 (Italian, English)
· September 5-23 2011 (Italian, English)

Paris
· July 4-22 2011 (French, English, Portuguese)
· August 22 - September 9 2011 (French, English)
· September 5-23 2011 (French, English)

London
· July 4-22 2011 (English)
· August 1-19 2011 (English)
· September 5-23 2011 (English)

Full Package: Euro 4900
The full package includes tuition, translation services and accommodation in a Residence or in a flat for two people, complete with double-occupancy bedroom and kitchen, for the duration of the course. You'll receive detailed information regarding housing, school location, check in and procedures at least 6 weeks before the course begins.

Tuition-only Fee: Euro 3500
This covers tuition and translation services only.