Fashion Design 1 introduces students to the world of the fashion designer. Students are asked to create fashion ideas directed by a series of design projects that explore a range of methodologies for developing ideas that mimic creative product development. The class connects student centered ideas to process, communication, research and materiality, while also establishing foundational understanding of fashion design principles, clothing seasonality, and attitude of the wearer. There will be multiple building projects during the semester. This course is essential in developing the skills needed to explore, execute, communicate, and curate the messages students seek to express as individual designers. By completing projects founded in guided research and personal concept-development, students will meet strengthening foundational milestones aimed at propelling them forward with stronger design identities and technical skill sets.
- Instructor: Ghazaleh Khalifeh