Fashion London Short Course
Course description
Course overview
This course explores the city that so many fashion designers and fashion industry professionals use as a source of inspiration. London's instinct for innovative fashion comes from its history, street style and culture. It is a hub of creativity that many designers and fashion houses use, season after season, as a reference point for their collections. An eclectic mix of fashion and inspiration is available in London, from street style and vintage through to independent boutiques and concept stores.
You will start to view London differently as a city full of research opportunities and clothing references. You will be introduced to key areas where young London fashion designers seek inspiration from. We will explore the contemporary fashion world by researching designers, new collections and the retail scene.
You will learn about design processes and undertake individual projects to generate research for design and inspiration. We will look at how designers use the visual world around them. You will also learn about new emerging fashion design talent, looking at young designers' new labels, and the impact of new influences on the London Fashion week schedule. In addition, there will be handouts and talks that will recommend areas to visit for self-directed research.
During studio sessions, you will discover and understand London fashion and its position in fashion today. There will be individual tutorials. Independent research projects are designed to help you develop your own identity as a fashion creative. They will be supported by group discussion and critique.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone looking to gain research and development skills and learn more about fashion design Those wanting to explore the emergence of contemporary fashion in London, London Fashion Week, young designers, and the visual research design process are also welcome. The course is also suitable for anyone preparing for a future in London as a fashion student or undertaking work experience in the fashion industry.
This is a summer-school only short course running only once a year. We encourage early bookings to secure your place.
Key information
Topics covered
- Exploring contemporary fashion London
- Developing visual research skills
- Understanding how research informs the design process and the creative identity
- Exploring street style and subculture influences
- Developing visual communication and presentation skills
Learning outcomes
- Develop an understanding of the London fashion scene and how it can be used to inform your own designs
- Have an awareness of current fashion and culture, improve your research skills and develop confidence in expressing ideas and concepts
- Be encouraged to keep a journal of your visual research, which can be used as a source of reference and inspiration for future projects
- Digital badge and certificate of attendance
Materials
- Camera or phone with built in camera
- Pen/pencil and a notebook
- Travel Card or Oyster Card which is already topped up
- Comfortable shoes for walking
- Suitable clothes for the climate
Tutor
Daniela Bomba
Daniela is a womenswear designer, print designer and creative consultant. She has worked both in London and abroad for luxury fashion houses and brands, and tutored at Central Saint Martins. Daniela began her studies at Ravensbourne College of Art Design and Communication and completed her Masters in Fashion Womenswear at Central Saint Martins. She has worked for a number of fashion labels including Jonathan Saunders and Luella as a designer and as consultant to brands including Adam Andrascik and Selfridges. Daniela is a lead tutor womenswear on the Fashion Folio course at Central Saint Martins.
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