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Fashion Design

Fashion Design Specialization

The Fashion Design specialization is dedicated to nurturing creativity, innovation, and visual storytelling in clothing and apparel. This path emphasizes the complete design process—from initial inspiration to finished concept—giving students the skills and insight needed to create original, market-ready fashion collections.

Students will develop a strong foundation in the principles of design, master the art of visual communication through drawing and digital tools, and gain a deep understanding of cultural influences, consumer behavior, and aesthetic trends.

1. Fashion Illustration

Fashion illustration is the visual language of design. This subtopic teaches students how to sketch garments and figures accurately and expressively, both by hand and using digital tools. Emphasis is placed on proportions, movement, and fabric texture to bring the designs to life on paper or screen.

  • Learn different types of fashion figures (croquis)

  • Practice rendering fabrics such as silk, denim, leather, and lace

  • Use markers, watercolors, pencils, and digital software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Procreate)

  • Develop a personal illustration style to enhance portfolio presentation

2. Design Development

This module walks students through the complete creative process that turns an idea into a finished collection. It starts with finding inspiration and ends with garment prototypes and a cohesive design board.

  • Research themes, cultures, art, or social issues for design inspiration

  • Create mood boards and concept boards to organize and present ideas visually

  • Select color palettes based on seasonal trends and emotional impact

  • Choose suitable fabrics and trims for the design purpose

  • Develop initial sketches into detailed designs ready for construction

3. Fashion History and Trends

Understanding the evolution of fashion is essential for designing with cultural awareness and innovation. This subtopic provides insights into the historical context, iconic designers, and recurring trends that shape the fashion world.

  • Study key fashion eras (e.g., Victorian, Art Deco, 1960s mod, 1990s minimalism)

  • Analyze the work of influential designers such as Coco Chanel, Alexander McQueen, and Rei Kawakubo

  • Learn how socio-political events, art, and technology influence clothing styles

  • Develop the ability to forecast future trends by observing current events and consumer behavior

4. Computer-Aided Design (CAD)

In today’s fashion industry, digital proficiency is crucial. CAD helps designers translate their creative ideas into precise, professional, and production-ready graphics.

  • Use industry-standard software (such as Adobe Illustrator, CLO 3D, or CorelDraw)

  • Create technical flats (flat garment sketches that show construction details)

  • Apply digital colors, textures, and patterns to fashion drawings

  • Build digital portfolios and design presentations for manufacturers or clients

  • Learn basic 3D garment visualization for realistic garment fitting and simulation

Fashion and Clothing Construction Specialization

Fashion and Clothing Construction Specialization

The Fashion and Clothing Construction specialization is the backbone of the fashion industry, focusing on the technical and practical skills required to transform design concepts into finished garments. This area prepares students to work confidently with fabrics, tools, patterns, and sewing machines, ensuring their creations meet both aesthetic and structural standards.

By gaining hands-on experience in garment construction, students will understand the relationship between design and form, build proficiency in creating garments from start to finish, and meet the demands of both custom tailoring and mass production.

1. Pattern Drafting and Draping

This subtopic introduces students to the essential process of translating design ideas into physical patterns—the blueprint of any garment. Students learn both flat pattern drafting (using measurements and paper) and draping (manipulating fabric directly on a mannequin).

  • Learn to take body measurements and apply them to draft patterns manually

  • Develop patterns for tops, skirts, trousers, and dresses

  • Practice draping techniques to create dynamic and innovative silhouettes

  • Modify and grade patterns for different sizes

  • Ensure patterns align with functional and aesthetic goals of the design

2. Cutting Technology

Cutting is a critical stage in the production process that affects fit, efficiency, and material use. This module explores the tools, methods, and safety procedures needed to cut fabrics accurately and consistently.

  • Use basic and advanced cutting tools (scissors, rotary cutters, cutting machines)

  • Learn lay planning (arranging patterns on fabric to reduce waste)

  • Understand fabric grain, stretch, and stability in relation to cutting

  • Explore modern cutting technologies used in the industry (e.g., laser or computerized cutting)

  • Practice preparing materials for both individual garments and bulk production

3. Sewing Techniques and Garment Assembly

In this hands-on subtopic, students develop sewing skills essential for assembling garments to professional standards. Emphasis is placed on precision, consistency, and functionality.

  • Operate industrial and domestic sewing machines

  • Learn various stitching techniques (plain seam, French seam, overlocking, topstitching)

  • Practice constructing garment components (collars, sleeves, waistbands, linings)

  • Understand garment construction sequencing to ensure proper structure and durability

  • Troubleshoot common garment construction issues and repairs

4. Textile Science

A solid understanding of textiles is vital for choosing the right material for each design and ensuring garment quality. This subtopic introduces the science behind fibers, fabrics, and their behaviors during and after garment construction.

  • Study natural and synthetic fibers (cotton, silk, wool, polyester, etc.)

  • Learn fabric weaves, knits, finishes, and surface treatments

  • Understand shrinkage, stretch, colorfastness, and other textile properties

  • Explore how fabric type affects drape, durability, comfort, and appearance

  • Evaluate fabric care requirements and sustainability factors

Fashion Marketing Specialization

Fashion Marketing Specialization

The Fashion Marketing specialization bridges the gap between creative fashion design and strategic business practices. It prepares students to understand the fashion industry's dynamic marketplace and equips them with the tools to successfully brand, promote, and sell fashion products in both physical and digital spaces.

Students will explore how to analyze trends, understand consumers, and create compelling campaigns that connect fashion brands with their target audiences.

1. Fashion Merchandising

Fashion merchandising involves the planning, buying, and presentation of fashion products to appeal to specific customers and drive sales. It requires a blend of creativity, business acumen, and trend forecasting.

  • Learn how to select and source merchandise that aligns with consumer preferences and seasonal trends

  • Understand pricing strategies, budgeting, and profit margins

  • Develop visual merchandising techniques to enhance in-store or online product displays

  • Explore inventory control, stock rotation, and sales analysis

  • Study the role of fashion buyers and merchandisers in retail environments

2. Brand Development

A successful fashion brand is more than just a logo—it tells a story and creates emotional connections. This subtopic focuses on creating a strong and consistent brand identity that stands out in a competitive market.

  • Explore how to define brand vision, mission, and values

  • Design brand elements including logos, color schemes, packaging, and voice

  • Understand the power of storytelling in fashion branding

  • Learn strategies to build brand loyalty and market positioning

  • Study real-life brand case studies to analyze success and failure

3. Consumer Behavior

Understanding what motivates consumers to buy is essential for effective marketing. This subtopic explores the psychological, cultural, and social factors that influence purchasing decisions in the fashion world.

  • Study the buying behavior of different consumer segments (e.g., luxury vs. fast fashion)

  • Explore how trends, identity, and lifestyle influence fashion choices

  • Learn how to conduct market research and analyze consumer data

  • Use insights to create targeted marketing campaigns

  • Understand how ethics, sustainability, and brand reputation impact consumer loyalty

4. Digital Marketing in Fashion

In today’s digital age, fashion brands thrive on visibility and engagement across online platforms. This subtopic covers modern marketing tools and platforms used to promote fashion in the digital space.

  • Create and manage fashion campaigns on social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, etc.)

  • Learn the basics of content creation, influencer partnerships, and user-generated content

  • Explore e-commerce strategies including product photography, online catalog design, and customer experience

  • Understand SEO, analytics, and email marketing as tools for driving traffic and conversion

  • Study the role of digital storytelling in building brand identity and community

Embroidery Specialization

Embroidery Specialization

The Embroidery specialization focuses on the decorative and artistic dimension of fashion, enabling students to transform garments and textiles into expressive works of art. This area emphasizes both traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques, offering a creative path for those interested in embellishment, detailing, and textile surface design.

1. Hand Embroidery Techniques

Hand embroidery is the foundation of decorative stitching and offers unlimited creative possibilities. This subtopic introduces students to a wide variety of classic hand stitches and the techniques used to apply them artistically on garments and fabric panels.

  • Learn foundational stitches such as running stitch, chain stitch, satin stitch, and French knots

  • Practice transferring designs onto fabric and following stitch guides

  • Understand the use of hoops, threads, needles, and stabilizers

  • Develop personalized embroidery samplers and motifs

  • Explore freehand embroidery for more artistic expression

2. Machine Embroidery

Modern embroidery machines have revolutionized textile embellishment by enabling precision, speed, and complexity in decorative work. This module teaches students how to operate these machines for both commercial and creative applications.

  • Learn to set up and maintain domestic and industrial embroidery machines

  • Create digitized designs using software (e.g., Wilcom, Brother PE-Design, or Hatch)

  • Understand hooping techniques, thread tension, and stabilizing fabrics for clean results

  • Execute multi-color and layered designs with precision

  • Practice using pre-programmed designs and creating custom stitch patterns

3. Surface Ornamentation

Beyond stitching, embroidery often incorporates additional decorative elements that enhance the visual richness and tactile quality of fashion pieces. This subtopic explores how to add depth, texture, and sparkle to garments using mixed media techniques.

  • Learn to apply beads, sequins, crystals, mirrors, and metallic threads

  • Create appliqué designs by layering cut fabric pieces with embroidery

  • Explore thread painting, a technique that uses embroidery to mimic brush strokes and shading

  • Combine multiple embellishment techniques to develop signature styles

  • Study the structural impact of ornamentation on garment drape and wearability

4. Cultural and Contemporary Embroidery Styles

Embroidery is deeply rooted in culture, tradition, and identity. This module helps students appreciate and analyze regional and ethnic embroidery styles while learning to reinterpret or fuse them with modern fashion design.

  • Study traditional embroidery forms such as:

    • Zardozi (India), Suzani (Central Asia), Shisha (mirror work), Chikankari, Sashiko (Japan), and Crewel (Europe)

  • Understand the historical and cultural significance behind motifs and techniques

  • Explore how global designers integrate traditional embroidery into contemporary collections

  • Research how embroidery reflects sustainability, heritage preservation, and cultural storytelling

  • Design modern garments inspired by or fused with traditional embroidery styles

Learning Outcomes:

By completing this specialization, students will be able to:

  • Apply a variety of hand and machine embroidery techniques

  • Create innovative textile art and fashion embellishments

  • Integrate embroidery into garments in a way that enhances both form and function

  • Appreciate and responsibly draw inspiration from cultural embroidery practices

This specialization is ideal for careers in couture fashion, textile design, bridalwear, costume production, heritage craft preservation, or for launching a personal embroidery brand or studio.