Consists of basic and advanced techniques and material theory to be able to create a three-dimensional model with structure and shape including tailoring technique, press technique, fitting technique and material theory.

Through tailoring techniques, it must be possible to translate an individual design into a modern, high-quality product. The product is processed with iron-on inlay materials, so that it achieves a functional and period-typical expression. The student must gain an understanding of form, finish, materials and technique at a high level of craftsmanship, and is able to produce a product containing an original expression.

A classic task is reviewed, including pattern cutting, stiffening, pressing technique, adaptation to mannequin, lines and shapes, adaptation of buttons, pockets, lapels and so on. Patterns are then adapted to the students’ individual goals, and the students carry out the task in every detail – not least in terms of showing an understanding of fashion in connection with tailoring. The students will thus be able to use the learned procedure and technique for a fixed task. Prior to the start of this course, the students have carried out tailoring-related sewing and cutting tasks.

Consisting of deconstruction as a theoretical and aesthetic concept, you will be introduced to various aspects of deconstruction in fashion. Conventional rules for function, silhouette and production technique are challenged, and materials, techniques and new expressions are explored.

Based on the concept of deconstruction, the students must design and develop a series of 2 to 3 outfits (one outfit covers the whole body). These outfits are made from self-selected clothing parts, which are changed, processed and put together again, with minimal use of new materials. The project involves the students trying to bend the conventional rules for function, silhouette and production technique within clothing, and the students are tasked with testing, processing, reforming materials, techniques and new expressions.

The students must simultaneously document their project progress in the form of photo documentation, sketches and sewing samples which must be presented at the end. Methods, techniques within detail development, material and silhouette studies, design/idea/concept, sewing samples, etc. are taught and emphasis is placed.

Consists of design processes and principles within design, product development and processing. Through the teaching, the students learn to see lines and shapes and to understand the interaction between idea, material, form and trends in order to achieve the excitement of the unlimited possibilities in the creative work process.

It starts with working in stout on the mannequin to achieve the basic understanding of the shape of the body. After this, basic forms for skirts and tops are prepared, after which work is done with thread directions, shapes and lines. Starting from the basic forms, the individual tasks are started.

This is followed by a draping task with a focus on origami/reconstruction. The students must gain an understanding of form and composition, proportional shift and material composition. In addition, creative draping and creative cutting as well as designing creative ideas for patterns in paper and stout follow.

Consists of the experimental process, where research and idea development is about being intuitive, innovative, curious and useful. Research and idea development is about investigation In the past and present and about registration, both visually and informatively.

The design process is an experimental process, where research and idea development are the starting point for the creative process which provides inspiration, information and shows the creative and narrative path to a collection. In the process itself, trends, social, cultural and political topics are worked on, and emphasis is placed on silhouette, material, shape, colour, details, print and decoration. Research is a journey of shorter or longer duration, which ends up with the realization of ideas that can be translated into a collection.

During the course, the students will work with investigation, registration, experimentation, design, trends, culture and society.

Consists of the design process, which includes design research, design methods, aesthetics, sustainability and industry and user needs based on sociological research methods and trend analysis.

What is a collection and how is it created? What influence does the political, social and cultural aspect have? Sustainability? Audience? These topics are processed at the same time as several sketched solution proposals with the possibility of different shape and material options are worked on. The focus is on the material in connection with design, manufacturing process, target group, sales promotion, branding etc.

During the course, the students must work with research, analysis, criticism, assessment, concept and goal setting. We are working with several sketched solution proposals with the possibility of different shapes, lines and material options. The focus is on the material in connection with construction, manufacturing process, etc. In the material-specific process, the sketching phase will often transition to the direct production of one or more products using form, material, drapery and construction trials.

Consists of basic pattern cutting and sewing techniques followed by relevant tasks for a better understanding of design, technique, finish and quality.

Basic theory around model development is reviewed and the students produce basic shapes in paper. Variations on the basic forms are reviewed and the student is tasked with creating a portfolio with executions of basic basic forms and variations on these in quarter size.

The student is continuously tasked with carrying out a designer’s work on a half- or full-length figure, in order to show an understanding of the design techniques. In addition, the students must design a portfolio with samples of different sewing techniques, which are made before each project.

Annual study tour to Paris, which gives the students an insight into the mecca of culture and fashion. The study tour will provide insight and experience in the professional fashion industry and create an industry-relevant network that can be further developed during and after the education.

The students are tasked with covering the fashion week in all its aspects, such as interviews with designers and show-people, attending established and upcoming designers’ fashion shows and analyzing street trends such as street style, etc. At the same time as covering the various fashion shows, the students visit various showrooms, fashion agencies and concept stores.

In addition, there will be visits to the well-known Couture Salons as well as the large and small fabric sales, the small whimsical accessory boutiques, current exhibitions and galleries, the trendy neighborhoods and fashion boutiques etc.

Upon returning to Copenhagen, all material is incorporated into a project around fashion, trends, concept and collection.