In this introductory course in Florence, Italy, explore the fashion industry—from design and marketing to merchandising and styling—in order to discover your own individual design style. Examine the history and future of fashion through visits to luxury retailers, artisan shops, and museum collections, such as the Costume Gallery at Pitti Palace, the Textile Museum in Prato, the Gucci Garden, and the Salvatore Ferragamo Museum. Learn the fundamentals of a fashion career by discussing design, craft, construction, and trend spotting, and gain an understanding of what it takes to succeed in the fashion industry today. By creating fashion sketches or collages in a portfolio throughout the week, you will develop your own signature look, culminating in a six-piece collection. No prior experience in fashion or drawing is required.
Continuing Education Units (CEU) : 0

You'll walk away with

• A six-piece sketch collection of your signature looks
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of a fashion career and an understanding of what it takes to succeed in the fashion industry today

Ideal for

• High school students who have completed grades 10 or 11
• High school students interested in a career in art, fashion, design, business, or marketing