Course Objectives

• Trend analysis

• Analysis of the market and of the client

• Understanding of the dynamics of communications used in various media

• Analysis of different types of research for designing clothing

• Graphics and visual communication of the collection’s theme

• Knowledge of materials and their use within the collection

• Technical design and Knowledge of the garment

• Illustration and the ability to communicate a look

• Coordination and identity of the collections

• Photography of the collection’s garments

• Pattern-making

• Knowledge and application of hand-sewn details and finishings

• Creation of prototypes

• Exploration of the complexities of structured tailoring

• Creation of garments in their final materials

• Creation of designs for the fashion show

• Displaying final collection in the fashion show

Course Content

• • First Year

    • Contemporary art history I

    • Project design methodology (Fashion illustration)

    • Textile technology

    • Computer graphics

    • Pattern making

    • Fashion design I (collection, costume history, prototypes)

    • Iconography and anatomy drawing(Life drawing)

    • Silk-screen printing

    • Law, legislation and economics of show business

    • Foreign language (Italian or English)

    • Elements of information technology

• • Second Year

    • Contemporary art history II

    • History of fashion

    • Fashion Design II (Collection, clothing samples, Marketing and new trends)

    • Latest trends in visual arts

    • Photography layout visualization techniques(Color techniques, computer-aided design)

    • Costume design for the performing arts (Sewing laboratory)

    • Foreign language (Italian or English)

    • Theory of perception and psychology of forms

• Third Year

  • Theory and methods of mass media

  • Fashion design III (Collection, clothing laboratory, fashion design laboratory)

  • Accessories design

  • Textile design

  • Fashion trends (Theory and history of styles)

  • Elements of cultural marketing

  • Aesthetics

  • Fashion publishing

  • Workshops, participation in academic events

  • Final exam (thesis)

Potential Career Paths

• Fashion designer

• Stylist

• Pattern maker

• Retail buyer

• Merchandiser

• Entrepreneur

• Textile designer

• Costume designer

• Bridal wear designer

• Visual Merchandiser

Skills for your CV

• Fashion illustration

• Technical drawing (Manual/Computerized)

• Mood board development

• Pattern drafting

• Pattern draping

• Ethical & Sustainable Fashion

• Business Image