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Date:
July 21, 2025
Duration:
1 week
Date:
July 21, 2025
Duration:
2 weeks
This course marks the beginning of a designer’s journey into the fashion world, guiding learners from concept to reality. It covers essential skills such as drawing, illustration, design generation, and garment construction. Participants will have the opportunity to combine these skills to create a portfolio suitable for degree-level entry. The course encourages creativity and innovation through practical application, including sewing, cutting, and recycling garments into sustainable fashion. By the end of the course, learners will have developed a customised garment or accessory and a portfolio showcasing their design process and final creations.The course will be delivered in English. A portfolio progress review after the course encourages continued development and reflection on the skills learned. It allows learners to receive constructive feedback, assess their growth, and identify areas for improvement. This review motivates participants to refine their work, enhance their portfolios, and stay engaged in their creative journey. Additionally, it provides guidance on how to better prepare for degree-level entry or future design opportunities, ensuring the skills gained during the course are effectively applied and further developed.
Course Overview: Fashion Design & Creation
What we will cover
In this dynamic course, you’ll embark on an exciting journey into the world of fashion design, where you’ll build confidence, sharpen your skills, and unleash your creativity. Over three immersive weeks, you’ll gain hands-on experience, from sketching to sewing, all while focusing on sustainable design.
Week 1: Fashion Illustration & Design Basics
You’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of fashion illustration—learning how to draw and illustrate your fashion ideas like a pro. From body proportions to fabric textures, this week will give you the tools to confidently bring your designs to life on paper.
Week 2: Denim Upcycling & Outfit Creation
Discover the art of recycling denim and transforming old garments into new fashion-forward pieces. With a full demonstration of the sewing machines and access to the JCA customisation station, you’ll learn to cut, stitch, and craft an outfit from scratch using sustainable methods. This week is all about reimagining fashion through sustainability and innovation.
Week 3: Portfolio Building & Career Prep
In the final week, you’ll focus on creating a portfolio worthy of submitting to fashion schools or using as the first step in your design career. You’ll also learn how to curate mood boards, refine your designs, and present your work professionally. To top it off, you’ll have the chance to receive feedback from Professor Jimmy Choo, preparing you for your next steps in the world of fashion.
As the Head of Creative Journey at JCA, I am dedicated to empowering learners to achieve entrepreneurial success while nurturing their talents and supporting their well-being. From curating Professor Jimmy Choos's summer camp for aspiring fashion entrepreneurs aged 13 to 17, where they step into the shoes of a real fashion designer, to guiding our Mayfair-based learners through BA and MA levels, I am committed to their growth as designers. I authored the JCA Creative Journey Journal, a personalized diary crafted to explore creativity and professional development. This journal serves as a guide for growth and self-mastery, encouraging creativity, time management, and entrepreneurial skills. Learners engage in structured reflections during one-on-one meetings, charting their experiences and setting goals for growth. The insights from these reflections are shared with JCA directors to support learners' launch into the fashion industry. This holistic approach blends personal reflection with professional guidance, nurturing learners' potential as both creatives and entrepreneurs.
Throughout the course, you’ll also benefit from a scheduled Skill-Up Studio Session with your JCA mentor, where you’ll apply specific techniques to enhance your work. You’ll gain further inspiration on our FashionTour, and gather research by attending exhibitions and boutiques.
By the end of the course, you’ll walk away with a standout portfolio and a one-of-a-kind fashion piece, recreated from old to new, showcasing your creative vision and skills.
This course marks the beginning of a designer’s journey into the fashion world, guiding learners from concept to reality. It covers essential skills such as drawing, illustration, design generation, and garment construction. Participants will have the opportunity to combine these skills to create a portfolio suitable for degree-level entry. The course encourages creativity and innovation through practical application, including sewing, cutting, and recycling garments into sustainable fashion. By the end of the course, learners will have developed a customised garment or accessory and a portfolio showcasing their design process and final creations.The course will be delivered in English. A portfolio progress review after the course encourages continued development and reflection on the skills learned. It allows learners to receive constructive feedback, assess their growth, and identify areas for improvement. This review motivates participants to refine their work, enhance their portfolios, and stay engaged in their creative journey. Additionally, it provides guidance on how to better prepare for degree-level entry or future design opportunities, ensuring the skills gained during the course are effectively applied and further developed.
Course Overview: Fashion Design & Creation
What we will cover
In this dynamic course, you’ll embark on an exciting journey into the world of fashion design, where you’ll build confidence, sharpen your skills, and unleash your creativity. Over three immersive weeks, you’ll gain hands-on experience, from sketching to sewing, all while focusing on sustainable design.
Week 1: Fashion Illustration & Design Basics
You’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of fashion illustration—learning how to draw and illustrate your fashion ideas like a pro. From body proportions to fabric textures, this week will give you the tools to confidently bring your designs to life on paper.
Week 2: Denim Upcycling & Outfit Creation
Discover the art of recycling denim and transforming old garments into new fashion-forward pieces. With a full demonstration of the sewing machines and access to the JCA customisation station, you’ll learn to cut, stitch, and craft an outfit from scratch using sustainable methods. This week is all about reimagining fashion through sustainability and innovation.
Week 3: Portfolio Building & Career Prep
In the final week, you’ll focus on creating a portfolio worthy of submitting to fashion schools or using as the first step in your design career. You’ll also learn how to curate mood boards, refine your designs, and present your work professionally. To top it off, you’ll have the chance to receive feedback from Professor Jimmy Choo, preparing you for your next steps in the world of fashion.
Throughout the course, you’ll also benefit from a scheduled Skill-Up Studio Session with your JCA mentor, where you’ll apply specific techniques to enhance your work. You’ll gain further inspiration on our FashionTour, and gather research by attending exhibitions and boutiques.
By the end of the course, you’ll walk away with a standout portfolio and a one-of-a-kind fashion piece, recreated from old to new, showcasing your creative vision and skills.
A certificate of recognition to your dedication to study.
We like to celebrate our achievements at JCA. On completion of the course if you have attended 80% of the classes you will qualify for your certificate in dedication to learning.
This should be included in your CVs and shows the level of learning you achieved.
