CORSO BASE - METODOLOGIE DELLA PROGETTAZIONE
All courses are delivered in LIVE mode, with live lessons and continuous interaction with the instructor, chosen from industry professionals.
PROGRAM
PHASE 1 – Fashion Culture and Research (Weeks 1–8)
Introduction to the contemporary fashion system
- Analysis of Fashion Weeks and the main realities of the sector
Viewing and discussion of fashion shows: from the final product
to research
Definition of the concept
of “trend” and its dynamics
- Observation techniques and visual research
- Introduction to the creative process of a collection
- Organization and planning of project work
PHASE 2 – Creative Tools and Visual Language (Weeks 9–16)
- Introduction to color theory
- Chromopsychology and color language
- Construction of coherent color palettes
- Analysis of photographic images
- Visual storytelling and narrative
- Paper and digital moodboards
- Introduction to digital tools for project presentation
PHASE 3 – Research and Development of the Concept (Weeks 17–24)
- Construction of the research notebook
- Analysis of contemporary trends
- Study of collections and significant case studies
- Cultural, artistic, and social research
- Construction of the concept board
- Development of the design narrative
- Review and presentation of the research
PHASE 4 – Materials and Collection Development (Weeks 25–30)
- Introduction to textile materials
- Analysis of fabric characteristics
- Construction of the materials folder
- Relationship between fabric, form, and function
- Construction of the final color folder
- Definition of the target customer
- Planning a mini collection
PHASE 5 – Final Project (Weeks 31–36)
- Assignment of a design theme
- Development of a mini collection of 8–10 looks
- Creation of final moodboards and concept boards
- Construction of the color and materials folder
- Introduction to product sheets
- Layout of the collection book
- Final presentation of the project
Course output
- Professional research notebook
- Moodboard and concept board
- Color folder
- Materials folder
- Mini collection of 8–10 looks
- Basic product sheets
- Complete collection book
- Final presentation
Duration 180 total hours
Instructor: Flavia Fallico
At the end of the course, the participant will be able to:
- Conduct a design research through the collection, selection, and analysis of information, images, materials, and cultural references related to contemporary fashion.
- Analyze and interpret fashion phenomena, identifying trends and sources of inspiration useful for creative development.
- Develop a collection concept by translating an idea into a coherent and structured project.
- Apply a design methodology by organizing the creative process from research to final presentation.
- Create mood boards, concept boards, color palettes, and material folders with professional criteria.
- Define the target audience and develop proposals consistent with the product positioning.
- Select materials, colors, and product lines based on the design concept.
- Develop a mini collection characterized by aesthetic, chromatic, material, and stylistic coherence.
- Organize and present a professional collection book through effective visual communication tools.
- Argue and present your design choices with technical and professional language.
The course is structured according to a design method inspired by the collection development processes adopted in the style offices of fashion companies, with a progressive approach that guides the student from initial research to the final presentation of the project.