Level 2
Fashion Design Collection
Our 11-week Level Courses in Fashion Design at Istituto Marangoni Miami offer a focused curriculum in Fashion Design disciplines. Ideal for individuals aiming to kickstart their career journey in a shorter time frame, these fashion design training courses provide the fundamental knowledge and skills the industry requires.
Our 11-Week programs, divided into four levels, are carefully crafted to provide students with the fundamental abilities and business understanding required to succeed in the fashion industry. Project-based learning, industrial partnerships, and interactive workshops facilitate students’ engagement in real-world projects that foster creativity, critical thinking, and practical application.
Our industry-driven curriculum gives students a competitive edge in the market by keeping them up to date on the most recent techniques and developments in the area. Thanks to the state-of-the-art facilities and resources available to them, including the newest tools and technologies utilized in the fashion industry, students are equipped to fully realize their creative potential and start a fulfilling career path towards becoming industry leaders.
Students studying Level 2: Fashion Design Collection learn how to make basic clothing items like dresses and shirts. They learn about cut and construction methods through practical experience, which paves the way for converting creative ideas into actual clothing. Students also create original concepts to design their fashion collection and conduct extensive primary and secondary research to meet assignment requirements. Complete proposals incorporating trend research, collecting boards, and powerful presenting strategies result from this procedure. Students immerse themselves in hands-on fabric and material experimentation as they advance, investigating diverse manipulation and finishing techniques pertinent to modern fashion collections. Students progress in pattern cutting and sewing techniques, building upon foundational abilities and mastering technical processes like set-in sleeves, fabric dying and printing, and intricate pattern development. Students will use software and resources to produce eye-catching charts, mood boards, collages, and layouts to support their final collection projects. Lastly, they will receive an introduction to digital design tools. Students gain a broad range of skills and a thorough understanding of fashion design collection portfolio development through an all-encompassing approach, equipping them for success in the fast-paced fashion industry.
Industry participation is a crucial part of our Fashion Design Collection level, which aims to give students priceless practical experience and networking possibilities in the fashion sector. Students are exposed to the most recent practices, trends, and obstacles in the field through strategic partnerships with professionals in the field. Through industry visits, guest lectures, and workshops, students can get a personal look at the inner workings of the fashion industry, enabling them to network with seasoned professionals and develop a deeper comprehension of industry dynamics. Students can also use their abilities in real-world situations through cooperative projects and internships, which further enhance their professional growth and expand their industry network. Our commitment to industry engagement ensures that students graduate with academic knowledge, practical experience, and industry connections, positioning them for success in their future careers in fashion design.
Located in the heart of the Design District, Istituto Marangoni Miami’s campus is an outstanding representation of creativity and innovation. Our seven-story building is carefully planned to meet the many needs of our students, creating an atmosphere that stimulates learning and encourages creativity. Every floor features specially designed areas, such as theory classrooms, a fully furnished picture studio, and an atelier for practical design work. Industry-standard programs like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign are readily available in our computer labs, along with state-of-the-art digital design tools like Clo3D. In addition, a plethora of resources are available to students, such as an extensive physical and virtual library filled with references and research materials to aid in their academic and professional development. To learn more about our facilities and resources, visit our Miami campus or schedule a virtual tour to get to know us better.
If you are interested in applying to our 11-Week Level Courses in Fashion Design, the first step you should take would be the Online Application. Once completed, a detailed email will be sent with instructions on how to proceed with your registration: document submission and visa application, if applicable. International students will have further assistance throughout their visa solicitation process with our Designated School Official (DSO). Once your registration has been completed, you will receive instructions about housing options, orientation, and more.
Progressive learning is at the heart of these dynamic fashion design courses. In this second level of the program, students have the opportunity to create their first fashion collection. They will delve into the fashion collection design process, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the skills required. Students will explore basic garments such as shirts and dresses, developing their knowledge of construction and cut techniques to create fabric calico samples. Primary and secondary research from diverse sources will be incorporated into the collection development process. With individual mentorship from industry-leading professors, students receive invaluable feedback on their evolving collections.
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COLLECTION SKETCHING
In the introduction to their fashion collection course, students will develop original ideas through primary and secondary research in response to a given brief that will lead to a fashion collection. In this fashion design course, students will create a proposal by researching trend analysis, the collection board, and their collection presentation. COLLECTION SKETCHING
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FABRICS AND MATERIALS
The fabrics and materials course allows students to experiment with various fabric manipulation and finishing techniques applicable to a contemporary fashion collection. With the program, they will be able to demonstrate an initial competence in recognizing fabrics and their intrinsic values. FABRICS AND MATERIALS
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PATTERN CUTTING II
In correlation to their first pattern-cutting course, students will demonstrate an ability to use sewing techniques to produce one complete finished outfit. They will learn how to create a garment that complements the garments made in their previous level, including set-in sleeves, classic shirts, fabric dyeing, and printing, blouses with shoulder pin tucks, raglan sleeves, and deep dive into pattern construction and fitting process. PATTERN CUTTING II
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DIGITAL DESIGN - ILLUSTRATOR
The fashion digital design course provides a general Introduction to the software and its tools and mechanisms. Students will learn how to create layouts, charts, mood boards, and collages to help them present their final collection project for the semester. DIGITAL DESIGN - ILLUSTRATOR
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FASHION ILLUSTRATION
The Fashion Illustration course provides students with essential drawing and visual communication skills. Participants will learn various techniques for sketching fashion figures, garments, and accessories using traditional and digital media. This course emphasizes the importance of capturing design ideas and conveying them effectively through illustrations. Through hands-on practice and expert feedback, students will develop a strong portfolio of fashion sketches, a critical component of their design education. FASHION ILLUSTRATION
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DIGITAL PATTERN II
Participants will explore complex pattern drafting, detailed garment construction, and advanced 3D visualization techniques using CLO 3D software. This course focuses on refining technical skills and enhancing creativity, enabling students to produce sophisticated and innovative digital patterns. DIGITAL PATTERN II
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| Cost and Fees | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total One Year Program Cost |
| Tuition and Cost | $12,000 | $10,000 | $8,000 | $8,000 | $38,000 |
| Campus Fee per Level | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $1,000 |
| Digital Resource Fees per Level | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $1,400 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | N/A | $400 | $400 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $12,600 | $10,600 | $8,600 | $9,000 | $40,800 |
At Istituto Marangoni Miami, we recognize the unique financial circumstances of each student. In response, we offer various payment options tailored to the specific program you are interested in. We encourage you to schedule a meeting with our financial advisors to learn more about the available payment plans for our programs. They are dedicated to assisting you in selecting the payment option that aligns with your academic and financial goals.
*For finance-related inquiries, please contact the Finance Department at finance@immiami.com.
THE CLASSROOM
Istituto Marangoni Miami offers customized internships designed for students in fashion design, fashion business, styling, or interior design. These internships provide valuable practical experience to supplement academic education and equip students for prosperous careers in the fashion and design sector.
Establishing a robust and vast professional network is essential for career progression at Istituto Marangoni Miami. Our ‘In Conversation With’ sessions offer students a chance to learn from successful fashion and design professionals. Additionally, our experienced faculty, events, volunteer chances, and brand partnerships all help in cultivating relationships within the industry, allowing students to expand their professional networks.
By partnering with prestigious fashion and design brands, Istituto Marangoni Miami provides students with exceptional chances to acquire practical knowledge and be mentored by industry professionals. This collaboration exposes students to various business aspects, including creating high-end runway designs for brands like Chanel and Hugo Boss, producing images for renowned publications like Vogue, OceanDrive, and Regia Magazine, and developing visual merchandising displays for popular brands. Moreover, students can participate in creative direction and photography sessions conducted by experts like Frederic Pinet and RioCam.
Istituto Marangoni Miami students play a prominent role in leading fashion weeks across the Americas, an event recognized as “The Miami Fashion Movement.” The initiative provides upcoming fashion designers the unique opportunity to design and present their collections on runways worldwide, including prominent events like Miami Swim Week, El Paseo, New York, Panama, Costa Rica, Argentina, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic. This comprehensive experience enables students to gain valuable insights into the intricacies of the fashion industry, culminating in the exhilarating experience of witnessing their creations showcased on the runway.
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