Over three years, you learn to develop a fashion collection, from initial research to final production. You explore volumes, materials, fabric manipulation techniques, finishes and accessories, while building your technical mastery and creativity. You learn to define a brand identity, identify your target customers and build a coherent art direction. Finally, you produce at least eight silhouettes in final fabrics, presented through a professional photoshoot and a personal portfolio.
You will cover every fundamental of the trade: fashion drawing, flat pattern cutting, draping, sewing, textile printing, and accessory design (bags, shoes, jewellery). Mentored by working industry professionals.
In year 3, you produce a full collection presented at a runway show in Brussels. The annual show is the highlight of the program. Internships start from the first year. Year 1: 2 weeks during the Easter break, in a fashion shop, with a stylist, a costume designer or a fashion influencer, in a fashion PR agency or at a fashion magazine. Year 2: 2 weeks during the summer after year 1, in a different discipline from the first internship, then 3 weeks in a fashion house during the Easter break. Year 3: 4 weeks in a fashion house during the summer after year 2. After the end of the academic year, you complete an internship of at least six months in a fashion house.
The program maintains close ties with the fashion industry and the emerging Brussels fashion scene. All classes taught in English.
Private diploma, 180 ECTS, not state-approved.