Diploma in Fashion Design

Fashion design is an art of applying design and aesthetics to clothing and accessories. It is influenced by cultural diversities and social latitudes which have always varied over time and place. Fashion designing attends to combine together creativity, aesthetic sensitivity, market trends, economic parameters and technical competence to conceptualize a fashion product. The program focuses on the procedural technique to project and create a collection by developing models/design, selecting colors, fabric material, drafting pattern collaborating with technical experts to construct and accessorize a collection. The program also implements frequent industrial visit and workshops to incorporate theory with practical study. At the end of the course the students are given a platform to showcase their collection through an annual fashion show attended by prominent personalities from garment, cine and fashion industry.

 

Contents

 

  • Basic figure drawing
  • Head, Hand, Feet and Hair study
  • Figure drawing from reference
  • Color theory
  • Conceptual idea and design
  • Collage and mood board
  • Perspective Drawing
  • Figure Drawing Basics
  • Storyboarding
  • Introduction to textiles
  • Fiber classification
  • Yarn construction
  • Natural and artificial fibers
  • Weaving, Knitting and Finishing
  • Textile properties
  • Selection of right fabric
  • History of textile & fashion
  • Merchandising
  • Introduction to pattern
  • Fashion Terminology
  • Study of anatomy
  • Measurement taking techniques
  • Basic of Bodice, Sleeve and Skirt
  • Dart, dart manipulation, seam and allowances
  • Foundation in customizing
  • Kurta & salwar
  • Blouse & nighties
  • Shirt and trousers

 

Specialization Modules

 

  • Workshops
  • Industrial visits
  • Annual fashion show

 

Duration

 

Normal Track 12 Months
Classes 2 hrs and 4 days a week

 

Career Opportunities

 

  • Fashion designer
  • Illustrator
  • Pattern maker
  • Merchandiser
  • Stylist
  • Teaching & Research
  • Fashion forecaster
  • Visual merchandiser