Course Description

This is the second course in the Fashion Design program at Arlington High School.  Fashion Design is an applied-knowledge course intended to prepare students to pursue careers in the fashion industry. Building on the knowledge acquired in Foundations of Fashion Design, this course places special emphasis on apparel manufacturing and merchandising, marketing applications, product and service management, and the creation of an original fashion collection. In addition, students will explore trends in fashion design and engage with industry-specific technologies used to produce a variety of fabrics, garments, and accessories.

Fashion Design StandardS

Fashion Design PACING GUIDE

SUPPLIES FOR BEACH BAG

OPTION 1

If using duck/canvas fabric:

1 yard of heavy fabric for outside

1 yard of heavy fabric for inside

Thread to match


OPTION 2

If using regular cotton fabric,

1 yard of fabric for outside

1 yard of fabric for inside

1 yard of heavy weight interfacing

Thread to match

Course Requirements

Prerequisite Course:
Foundations of Fashion Design

Suggested Course Fee

$10
Fees are suggested to ensure a full educational and training experience for the class

Assignments

Fashion Design Rubric
Fashion Construction Rubric
Crochet Scarf Supplies & Directions
Little Dresses for Africa

Course INFORMATION

This course will include many hands-on learning opportunities.  We will further our knowledge of designing and creating original garments.  This class will go deeper into knowledge about construction of garments and the fashion industry.  We will also learn how to create, market and merchandise a brand.

Course Supplies

-Three ring binder
-Paper
-Writing Utensils

-The majority of the supplies for the garment construction in this course will need to be purchased by the student such as fabrics, notions and patterns. More specific details regarding supplies will be forthcoming throughout the year. 

-I will provide the students with the basics in the classroom such as sewing machines, pins, needles, bobbins, etc.