This course is aimed at advanced level of womenswear design and pattern making for fashion professionals willing to get a complete understanding of how Haute Couture business operates. Modules will take students through complementary topics, linking concepts, Haute Couture techniques and production methods.
Designers will understand the specificities of French Haute Couture brands, the reasons of their successes and how to operate their businesses to that international standard. It helps designers to understand how French Haute Couture brands mix tradition and innovation to create product adapted to today’s exclusive luxury market.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
What will you learn?
Couture House Establishment
Bridal Design
Couture Dress Making
Visual Merchandising
Couture Business/ Entrepreneurship
Couture Luxury Market
Couture Production / Quality Control
Vintage Sewing
Couture Draping
Surface Ornamentation
Fashion Media / Law / Production
Pattern Cutting Technology
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Presentation of a Fashion Portfolio showing works done
Must pass our Entrance Exams ( Interview/ Practical )
Good Sewing Skills with the ability to operate the Industrial Sewing Machine.
Knowledge in Womenswear Pattern Cutting and sewing.
Ability to write, understand and communicate with English
COURSE AWARD/CERTIFICATION:
CERTIFICATE IN HAUTE COUTURE DESIGN TECHNOLOGY
This Course is approved by Council Of Higher Education (CHE – South Africa) and National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI).
