If you are planning to become a fashion designer attending school is more than just learning the skills you need to succeed in the fashion world. When you want to become a fashion designer school is an opportunity to work more closely with the fashion industry. Therefore, lets take a look at what schools you should attend, how long you will attend school, what you will learn in school and the fashion show held in school.
1. Choosing a school to become a fashion designer-There are various schools that offer courses to become a fashion designer, however if you want to boost the possibility of jump starting your career you must try to choose a school that is good and prestigious. However, keep in mind that schools with reputations are very selective when it comes to choosing new students.
2. How many years do you need to study to become a fashion designer? The amount of years you will study to become a fashion designer will vary from one individual to another. However, most schools offer programs that last three or four years.
3. A sneak peak at what you will learn in school- In fashion school you will study drawing, color composition and form, pattern making, draping and cutting techniques. It is also important to choose a business curriculum. Why? In order for you do succeed in the fashion world you need to have a basic understanding on business because you need to be able to negotiate a contract and choose a business partner.
4. End of semester fashion show- At the end of each school semester you will be apple to attend a fashion show. If you managed to enroll in a prestigious school, a lot of famous and important people will attend the fashion show. Which means that when you participate (you need to be a graduating student to take part on the fashion show) on the fashion show you will have a great opportunity to be notice by someone important and possibly become famous or get a job.
There are is also a very importing thing you need to know before entering a fashion designer school. In fashion, art plays a very important role; hence you are expected to have some kind of drawing ability. Although having drawing abilities is not always important, you do need to create a portfolio to get into a fashion school. For this reason, make sure to create a portfolio that is breathtaking and shows your passion for fashion. (Especially if you want to join a prestigious fashion school) Aside from school, you also need to keep in mind that fashion designers are hard working individuals that work hard long hours. Why? The fashion world is a very competitive industry that is always changing, therefore new and famous designers need to work hard and keep in the loop of what changes in the fashion world. Now that you know why school is so important if you are planning to become a fashion designer it’s a good idea to start planning and working on your portfolio.
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Want to Become a Fashion Designer? Learn What Attending a Fashion School Will Do For You
Virtual Fashion Shows – Revolutionising the Fashion World
These days, with the ever-dynamic fashion industry spreading its grasp globally, there are many fashion designers that are being encouraged to come up and showcase their work among the audiences, thanks to the tremendous scope this sector has presented. However, not all aspirants in this industry are capable of hosting fashion shows to attract the attention of the media and big fashion houses. It is for such kind of people that virtual fashion shows have evolved as a concept.
With the evolution of technology, the internet has touched our lives in more ways than one. Slowly entering into every sphere of our lives, it has shown us how simple things can be with a little smartness in everything. There have been many great and innovative ideas that have revolutionised industries at the click of a button, and quite literally at that!
With virtual fashion shows too, the internet has proven once again how it is an indispensable part of our lives. Just imagine, a fashion designer can showcase his/her entire collection by just uploading pictures of his/her creations on websites giving this provision, and can send the link to all the people he/she knows in the fashion industry to comment as well as spread it further to their connections. Think of it as a pseudo-social network of the fashion industry.
By hosting such virtual fashion shows, not only can one save a lot on the risky monetary investment part of organising a real fashion show, but can also improve its reach exponentially, since the internet is everywhere. Further, while a real fashion show might just run for a day or two, a virtual one will be available on the internet forever. So all you aspiring fashion designers now have a very cost effective, or let’s make that ZERO cost, means to showcase your talent and get instant recognition.
Apparel, Fashion, Trade Show in Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV – February 14-16, 2011: ENKVegas once again brought a juried selection of premium merchandise for discerning buyers. Always an intimate experience, ENKVegas is without a doubt the best Las Vegas has to offer in luxury fashion trade shows. Here, buyers browse among choice brands such as Botiker, Red Engine and Laila Jayde. Only to turn around and fall in love with ecoSkin sweaters, Rich and Skinny jeans and Rory Beca dresses.
Embodying the sexy-meets-comfortable moment fashion is currently experiencing, modal is looking to be the breakout star of fabrics with its use by numerous designers for both spring and fall. Hodges Collection used modal extensively in their tops and dresses. Tie-dye maxi dresses (in blue and black) were the line’s bestselling items at this show with a strong showing for their slouchy, off-the-shoulder sweaters. Fall brought buyers to Hodges Collection interested in three-quarter length, three-button overcoats in earthy, forest colors. To complete the contemporary bohemian look buyers are trying to recreate in their stores, California-based Jenny B Clothing, received heavy orders for their thin, cotton-blend scarves in colorful animal prints.
San Francisco specialty knitwear company, Margaret O’Leary, was well prepared for the demand buyers showed for cashmere sweaters and cotton knits. Done in chunky stripes or asymmetric, cowl necklines, these knits wowed in popular colors such as paprika, mustard, chestnut, butterscotch, blue and dark green. Equally sumptuous were the easy, everyday knits created by Fresh Laundry; with a slouchy/sexy aura the designs were spot on with details like ribbing with slits along the bottom and cuffed sleeves. Showing a slightly different palette, Fresh Laundry indicated they did well with iceberg gray, mocha and charcoal.
MINKPINK, a line much-loved by the Kardashian sisters, injected some pizzazz into the showroom with their bestselling maxi skirts in folksy prints and 1970s-inspired florals. Animal prints, particularly leopard, did very well as did chunky, cable knit sweaters with a vintage vibe. MINKPINK capitalized on the hippy, peasant top trend with saffron orange weaving its way throughout the collection. Most of their updated snoods sold strongly and without hesitation skirts and dresses outsold shorts and pants as reported by the brand.
Luxury handbag designer Botiker introduced what are bound to be some of the most coveted leather bags of the fall season. Unlike other brands, color-blocking styles sold well for Botiker, as did ladylike structures, two-toned saddle bags and oversized clutches. While jewel tones dominated the line, jets of cranberry, pewter and orange popped up, as did embossed snakeskin. Sienna Ray & Co., a Vancouver based line, brought buyers flocking with a line of convertible handbags. Not only could most be worn over the shoulder or across the body, but they also became satchels and fold over clutches when certain straps were added or removed. Their signature washed and wrinkled leather came in spring colors of teal, turquoise, beige and maple with eggplant, caramel and cocoa for fall.
As unlikely as Austin, TX is to be a place where one-of-a-kind, vintage-inspired jewelry is created, it’s where Ax + Apple Jewelry calls home. The collection is based around gold plaited and sterling silver necklaces embellished with old coins, pocket knives and glass beading among other pieces. A distinct Native American vibe winds through their collection, very much of the moment. Another accessories line with vintage flair, NYC-based Erica Weiner, made heads turn with necklaces adorned with porcupine quills, ginkgo leaves and miniature harmonicas (that actually work!). A charm-based collection, necklaces sold the best, followed by her bent feather bracelets and stud earrings. Buyers take note; consumers are increasingly keen on supporting eco-conscious brands, Erica Weiner being one of the trailblazers of this movement in accessories.