Fashion Design

Fashion design courses provide beginning and advanced fashion design students the opportunity to have a behind-the-scenes look into the world of Italian Fashion Design.

Practical hands-on courses in fashion illustration are complemented with information on how the industry functions in general, and more specifically in Italy. Students are introduced to the industry in a very direct way through field trips and site visits. Hands-on courses in textile design, garment construction, weaving, and fashion illustration complement the lecture courses and give students an opportunity to hone their practical skills.

Course structure

Lectures, video presentations, readings, and research projects introduce students to the theoretical concerns of the fashion industry, while practical demonstrations and creative studio projects guide students in the development of creative and technical skills. Frequent group critiques and class discussions further enrich students’ knowledge of the subject by comparing projects and opinions. Visits to museums, exhibitions, fairs, studios and stores help students cultivate aesthetic sensitivity and a first-hand knowledge of the fashion industry.