Fashion Design Streetwear for 16 to 18 Year Olds Short Course

About this course

The course examines London street fashion through research activities, visits to fashion hotspots and vintage retailers, and street-style photography. Participants develop ideas through concept building, illustration and translating 2D designs into 3D outcomes, alongside hand-making, garment construction, customisation, upcycling and textile print techniques. Daily tasks combine practical fashion design with image-making and styling. The course also includes guidance on developing a portfolio, preparing applications and considering further study in Further or Higher Education.

What you'll learn

• Conduct fashion research using street-style photography, retail visits and visual references
• Develop streetwear concepts through illustration and design development
• Translate two-dimensional ideas into three-dimensional fashion outcomes
• Apply construction, customisation, upcycling and textile print techniques
• Create a body of two- and three-dimensional work for portfolio development
• Use image-making and styling to present fashion ideas

Is this course right for you?

Designed for students aged 16 to 18 who are interested in streetwear fashion, including beginners. It may suit those considering further study in fashion at Further or Higher Education level and who are comfortable taking part in both studio tasks and an off-site visit.

• Suitable for students exploring whether to pursue further fashion study
• Includes advice on portfolio development and application processes
• Involves a trip or visit off site

Before you go

• The course includes a trip or visit off site.