Fashion Classes in NYC, New York

Learn the basics of drawing  fashion figures using photo references in this studio designed to teach novices line drawing. Progress from drawing real-world male and female body proportions to stylized fashion figures. Figure proportion, poses, faces, hands, feet, and basic garment shapes and details are covered with simple exercises. Includes...

Experienced artists rediscover your drawing passion.  Sketch male and female fashion models in a variety of media. Create a moodboard to explore and further develop your personal artistic expression and your enthusiasm for fashion. Experience live demos and visual references to stimulate your creativity. This studio is particularly refreshing...

This 2 1/2-hour workshop is very thorough and intense, but a fun place to network, meet, and learn. You will gain knowledge on all aspects of starting a fashion line based on First Hand experience from someone who has actually done what they teach. In fact, you are not likely to find all of this information in any one place. M SHOP began as a fierce...

This 2 1/2-hour workshop is very thorough and intense, but a fun place to network, meet, and learn. You will gain knowledge on all aspects of starting a fashion line based on First Hand experience from someone who has actually done what they teach. In fact, you are not likely to find all of this information in any one place. M SHOP began as a fierce...

Learn to draw a variety of bags, belts and shoes using photo references and actual accessories. Demonstrations illustrate how to design from inspiration.  Develop the techniques to render a variety of fabrics and leather variations and hardware details in your sketches. Open to beginners as well as experienced students and professionals from...

This 2 1/2-hour workshop is very thorough and intense, but a fun place to network, meet, and learn. You will gain knowledge on ALL aspects of manufacturing your line after it's been designed whether it's small or large quantities, produced domestically or overseas based on First Hand experience. In fact, you are not likely to find...

This 2-hour workshop is very thorough and intense, but a fun place to network, meet, and learn. You will gain all the knowledge necessary to become a working Stylist, no matter the specialty, based on First Hand experience. In fact, you are NOT likely to find all of this information in any one place. M SHOP began as a fierce NYC boutique dressing...

If costume designing is your passion, you must develop an ability to draw real people - thin, short, tall. Actors and characters come in all shapes and sizes. Learn to express your design concepts through real-world drawing techniques using live models.  Work with a variety of art materials - charcoal, markets, pencil, watercolor, acrylics, pen...

Working in the renowned costume collection of The Museum at FIT, gain insight into the most influential historical designers through the actual examination of priceless garments. Discover how important fashion trends influence lifestyle and dressing. Gain a greater understanding of important designer trademarks and their ongoing influences. Note:...

Perfume can be traced back thousands of years to an Ancient Egyptian tradition, beloved by Cleopatra. Discover the history of perfume and the therapeutic benefits of essential oils in this hands-on workshop. Learn scent-blending techniques and how to identify and keep perfume notes. Formulate three unique signature scents using wax, carrier oils, and...

Learn to use color creatively in apparel, accessories, and home projects. Strengthen your ability to express yourself using correct color terminology in design and market assignments. Experience how experts research and develop color by visiting a primary industry color and trend resource. Experience the reality of working with color through hands-on...

During these 2 days of professional airbrush training, you will learn both airbrush makeup followed by sunless tanning training. This workshop is 14 total hours. The curriculum consists of the following: Airbrush Fundamentals Equipment, Supplies & Product Knowledge Prepping & Preparing Skin Airbrush Foundation Applications Color Matching...

You’ll never have to say “sales were great, but we lost money” after completing this basic costing program. Reduce the gambles in apparel and related accessories manufacturing by learning how to cost out a product correctly.  Course emphasizes the importance of establishing prices that customers are willing to pay while reducing financial...

Full Course Name: Insider’s Guide: Redefining Luxury Products, Customers and Retail Discover what the new luxury is, why, and how marketing luxury products is no longer about the customer’s desire for conspicuous consumption.  This course intertwines classroom sessions with store visits to create a 360 degree experience of the luxury...

Through visits to The Museum at FIT, and the FIT Library special collections, gain insight into how fashion originates. Explore designs, trends, and color using forecasting websites. Learn supporting language and the professional terms used in the industry. Create your own designer workbook to communicate terminology to clients or use as a reference...