This course explores the skills required for styling outfits, accessories, and props for
photography, film and commercials, visual merchandising, fashion shows and digital
media. Emphasis is on identifying the many styling methods used in promoting fashion
throughout the industry.
The theories and frameworks underlying forecasting in the textile and apparel industry. The factors involved in planning and presenting the forecast. Emphasis on using print, Internet, and broadcast information in competitive analysis.
Students learn the basics and essential steps needed to start a fashion business and clothing line. Fundamental components of a fashion business, functional business plans for a viable and sustainable fashion business, financing, planning, branding, marketing, knowing your customer, design process and manufacturing.
A practical study of merchandise display in a variety of business establishments. This course will provide students with the skills and knowledge to arrange a store window, instore display, and floor layout. Students will learn how to display merchandise to the consumer regardless of their specific job title.
A comprehensive and hands-on introduction to producing a professional quality fashion show or presentation. From conceptualization to execution, students will develop the skills and strategies necessary to produce an event.
Fundamentals of personal styling, including conducting assessments, color analysis, body analysis, fashion personality, wardrobe management and business management
An overview of the buyer's core functions and responsibilities. Assortment planning, vendor negotiations, product development, basic retail math, and key merchandising strategies will be explored. Emphasis on building relationships with internal and external work groups will be covered.
Continuation of techniques for pattern development, with an emphasis on industry production skills. Techniques covered include the development of complex designs, including patterns for tailored garments, pants, and patterns for stretch fabric.
Building on the skills learned in Illustration I and Design I, students will learn to develop fashion collections based on their own design aesthetic and philosophy. Emphasis on communicating design ideas, creating cohesive collections, and designing appropriately for a specific market.
This beginning course provides a foundation in the design principles of fashion. Students will work to develop visual research skills, identify design elements, and communicate ideas through the use of inspirational mood boards. Color and fabric stories will emerge from these boards to become designs for four seasonal clothing collections.