Foundations of Fashion Design & Marketing – Part 3
SOFACourse Overview
Design Studio 4 builds on the foundations of cultural research, concept development, and collection planning from previous units. This course emphasizes translating creativity into professional fashion portfolios and preparing collections for market presentation.
What You Will Learn
- How to develop and refine designs into cohesive mini-collections
- Researching and ethically using cultural inspiration in fashion
- Pre-production planning including sketches, line sheets, and material selection
- Strategies for presenting and marketing your collection effectively
- Building a professional portfolio that showcases personal brand and creative direction
Course Structure
- Unit 1: Subject Overview — Understanding fashion entrepreneurship and portfolio development
- Unit 2: From Design to Market — Refining collections for production and audience
- Unit 3: Capstone Project — Building a curated fashion portfolio
- Unit 4: Graded Exam — Assessment of portfolio, market readiness, and ethical design practices
Who This Course Is For
This course is ideal for fashion students and emerging designers who want to transform their creative ideas into professional portfolios and market-ready collections. It is also suitable for those seeking to strengthen their understanding of fashion entrepreneurship and presentation skills.