Every third person who is creative wants to be a fashion designer. Fashion designers create and dictate trends, that is why people are so passionate about pursuing this profession. But before you enrol in a fashion designing course, let us tell you what is fashion designing all about? Fashion designing is the study behind putting together a garment, shoe, or accessory by applying aesthetics. This study is influenced by art and culture over the years. A fashion designer has to conduct research and then interpret it for the consumers.

If you’re interested in fashion design by what you’ve read so far, we at JD Institute of Fashion Technology offer fashion courses as well. We offer 3-year undergraduate courses that you are eligible for after you pass your twelfth standard, not only that we also offer the 2-year post-graduate course. In addition to that, we also have a 2-year post-graduate advanced course, if you want to study the subject in more depth. Our one-year diploma in fashion technology is also a good option if you cannot devote that much time.

A  fashion design student will have to study Computer-Aided Design (CAD), sewing and tailoring, pattern making, fashion history, and so on.

Our 21-day semester that students get to spend abroad is what we’re known for. There, our students develop a global perspective when it comes to fashion. The students visit the rarest museums, exquisite boutiques, and luxury brands which makes them evolve their tastes and experience creativity like never before.

Still, the picture isn’t clear? No worries, you have us to guide you.

WHAT IS A FASHION DESIGNING COURSE?

In conventional households, kids are often scolded when they’re too ’stylish’ when they’re just being creative, fashion industry is one such place where creativity is rewarded and celebrated like nowhere else.

Following are the traits of a person who wishes to be a fashion designer:

1. A keen interest in all things fashion

If you are interested in the whole process of making a garment which starts from sketching and then working fabrics and goes on till the fitting is done, then this career is the right choice for you. If you’re considering this career, then you might want to take a good look at your sketches and cut patterns to make a garment as these skills really matter to make it in this field.

Another thing that a fashion designer has to do is to notice trends in clothing. Are you the type of person who enjoys staying updated when it comes to fashion? If the answer is yes, then you picked the right degree.

2. Love for art and creation

This profession demands a good understanding of art and its related principles. In other words, he should be able to put his ideas on paper just like the way he visualizes them. A designer has to know which colour looks good with what kind of texture, what lengths and cuts of the fabric seem appealing to the eye, as well as have a sense of what is fashionable and what is not.

Artistic skills are also important for a fashion designer as he also creates a portfolio to highlight some of his best work. Also, they are expected to come up with out-of-the-box ideas that are high on fashion at the same time.

3. Being business savvy

You know that this field is really competitive so, a fashion designer has to have a business-savvy mind to stay ahead. A designer has to be a team player as he has to work with people on a project, interact with different levels of management people, and be able to work with clients that are not easy to work with. We can’t emphasize enough how important it is for a fashion designer to understand the economics that goes behind selling a line, learn how to market that line or how negotiate a contract if one wants to start his own label.

4. Good at networking

Networking plays a huge role in the fashion industry but not a lot of people are aware of this fact. A fashion designer has to meet different types of people. If you are a recluse, then this field is not right for you as it relies a great deal on networking only.

5. Willing to start from zero

Just wishing to become a successful designer would not make you one, you will have to work your way to the top. It is not something that anybody desires but it is the harsh truth of this industry. You might have to start as an intern in a modelling agency or a fashion house where you might not even get to design, but that’s the way it is. But one thing that you’ll surely learn is the day-to-day operation of the fashion designing business. Be prepared for the worst, otherwise don’t sign up for it.

6. Willingness to travel

Fashion designers have to travel as well to promote their latest collection if they have a huge label. Yes, success comes at a cost. Sabyasachi Mukherjee and Manish Malhotra do not have the liberty to sit on their couch and watch the day go by. These designers also have to travel abroad for work for reasons like sourcing a fabric or simply pushing the brand. Fashion designing is one of those fields where willingness to travel is the key to spreading your talent nationwide or who knows, internally as well.

This is what a fashion designing career entails for you, hope to have helped you in any way. We at JD Institute of Fashion Technology are always happy to help. Happy design!