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.
Work experience in fashion show production and events. Students will work backstage as dressers or volunteers for a variety of designers, stores and charity events. Provides practical experience in the retail environments. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of fashion promotions in the workplace. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of unpaid or paid work.
Experience in the Fashion industry through merchandising, styling, buying, or marketing positions. Students will intern with local employers to gain meaningful work experience. Provides practical experience in the retail/wholesale environments. Emphasis will be placed on the role of fashion in the workplace. One unit of credit is earned for 54 hours of paid or unpaid work.
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.
Overview of the fashion industry that prepares students to be on the cutting edge of what
is happening. Emphasis on the economic, political, sociological, technological and
psychological environment that affects fashion changes and evolution. Role of
manufacturers, designers and retailers will be explored along with the elements of fashion
marketing.
Fashion writing for both print and social media platforms as it pertains to fashion journalism and public relations. Topics include how to write trend reports, press releases, runway critiques, evaluating fashion blogs, and creating a strong fashion presence on social media.
This course covers techniques in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator appropriate for fashion designers and merchandisers.
Special sewing techniques for garments made from knitted fabrics, such as t-shirts, pants, and activewear. Pattern modifications for stretch knits. Students will construct garments while learning how to work with knitted fabrics, including ribbed finishes, elastic edgings, and special seam types.
Students learn the classic techniques needed to measure a figure and draft
a well-fitting moulage/sloper/basic pattern
Overview of the functions and capabilities of the Gerber computerized pattern development system. Industry pattern development including drafting, modifying, and grading patterns. Digitizing and plotting patterns.