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Fashion Classes Coming up in New York and Online
6 classes in-person in New York have spots left, and 5 classes live online are available.
Fashion School Prep (14-19+ yrs)
The New York Sewing Center @ 246 W 38th St, New York, NY 10018
Finding your passion at a young age can lead to an inspiring and rewarding career in the future, and here at The New York Sewing Center we love to help people to reach for their dreams. We created our Fashion School Prep class for students who are applying to fashion schools so they have the best chance of being accepted. As fashion school graduates ourselves, our instructors can provide invaluable insight into what fashion schools are looking...
Tuesday Jun 20th, 3–6pm Eastern Time
(4 sessions)
Swap Shop Pass
NYC Fair Trade Coalition @ 1795 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10029
Visit the Sustainable Fashion Community Center this summer and help put the sustainable fashion movement forward. Check-In to donate clothing that no longer serves you. Looking is free. How to Swap? Grab a free Check-In ticket to donate clothing. Clean out your closet. Say hi at the Welcome Desk. Browse the racks and select new to you threads. Check-out by heading back to the Welcome Desk. [Check-out in advance and save $5] FAQs: What...
Tuesday May 30th, 10am–4pm Eastern Time
Basic Kimono & Obi
New York Kimono Academy @ 428 E 10th St, New York, NY 10009
Learn how to dress yourself in the authentic way. The traditional method of kimono dressing requires skill and technique. It may look simple & elegant however it does require time and practice for you to master it. You will also learn how to apply accessories for dressing correctly, for different types of kimono and occasions. Basic dressing program Day 1: Yukata dressing and Obi tying Day 2: Tying the Hoso Obi Day 3: Undergarments...
Monday Sep 4th, 10am–12pm Eastern Time
(12 sessions)
3-Week Hairstyling Program for Makeup Artists
The Makeup Academy @ 545 8th Ave , New York, NY 10018
This program is designed to advance the talent and skills of professional makeup artists to achieve basic hairstyles when needed in their professional careers. Research shows clients are more attracted to booking artists who have the ability to not only do make up but hairstyling as well. In the world of fashion, beauty and entertainment industry, amazing talents and versatility is expected of makeup artists. Curriculum Lesson #1: Introduction...
Jun 9th
9am–3:30pm EDT
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$1,200
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Jun 16th
9am–3:30pm EDT
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$1,200
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Jul 14th
9am–3:30pm EDT
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$1,200
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Jul 28th
9am–3:30pm EDT
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$1,200
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Aug 18th
9am–3:30pm EDT
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Friday Jun 9th, 9am–3:30pm Eastern Time
(3 sessions)
Men’s Jewelry Collection
92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10128
Men’s jewelry is widely popular in today’s fashion market. Students will learn to make bangles, cuffs and even rings for men using forging, twisting, hammering and soldering techniques. Brass, copper, bronze and silver will be explored to adopt your jewelry designs to the male aesthetic and create beautiful (Father’s Day) gifts, or a marketable niche of your own. Supply List Visitors are not required to show proof of vaccination. Masks...
Sunday Jun 4th, 10am–4pm Eastern Time
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Effective Executive Speaking
American Management Association @ 1601 Broadway, New York, NY 10019
From presentations to public speeches, your effectiveness as an executive and future career hinge on your ability to step up to the podium, command attention and transform every presentation into a credible and compelling communication. Let's conquer your fear and connect with the minds and hearts of your audience. Take control of the room with ease and inject every presentation with your style and energy. Gain confidence as you learn by doing, and...
Wednesday Jul 12th, 9am–4:30pm Eastern Time
(3 sessions)
2 Hour Skype: Create Your Clothing Line
Two Hour Skype Workshop: How to Start Your Clothing Line in 7 Steps The Two Hour Skype workshop is for those whose passion is fashion, for those who dream of making the fashion collection that will make a trendy mark in the fashion world, for the creative and stylish, and for those who think the doors to the fashion world are locked. For you, there are high hopes! Jomsy Fashion has the mission to unlock these doors for you and to help you make...
Monday May 29th, 9–11am Pacific Time
2 Hour Skype: How to Prepare Your Production
TWO HOUR SKYPE CONSULTATION: HOW TO PREPARE A CLOTHING LINE FOR PRODUCTION What you'll learn in this technique class: Determining Costs of the Garment(s) – Bill of Material/Cost Sheet. How to purchase material and trims How to prepare labels and care labels Grading and Marker (Creating your pattern in different sizes) Developing Correct PO for Contractor Cutting and Sewing of Production/Send-outs Finishing and Quality Control. We tailor...
Tuesday May 30th, 9–11am Pacific Time
2 Hour Skype: Promoting Business in Social Media
Two Hour Skype Consultation on how to create your brand identity Create your unique logo Prepare your photoshoot Build content for your website Develop the visual image and to reflect it in social media Open social media outlets that are relevant to your brand Create a slogan that personalizes your brand and line Research forums, communities, and blogs Build your community and blog, and effectively manage it Build the reputation...
Thursday Jun 1st, 12–1pm Pacific Time
2 Hour Skype: Create A Brand Identity
Two Hour Skype Consultation: Create A Brand Identity Create your unique logo Prepare your photoshoot Build content for your website Develop the visual image and to reflect it in social media Open social media outlets that are relevant to your brand Create a slogan that personalizes your brand and line Research forums, communities, and blogs Build your community and blog, and effectively manage it Build the reputation of your brand...
Wednesday May 31st, 9–11am Pacific Time
Effective Executive Speaking
American Management Association
Take your public speaking to the next level! Speak, present and communicate with poise, power and persuasion. Who Should Attend: This seminar is recommended for every executive with some prior public speaking experience who must speak in front of groups, make presentations, sell ideas to others or face cameras and microphones. From presentations to public speeches, your effectiveness as an executive and future career hinge on your ability to...
Tuesday Aug 1st, 10am–6pm Eastern Time
(3 sessions)
Fashion Drawing
sand by saya @ 37 West 39th St, New York, NY 10018
Learn all about Art & Fashion drawings from the award winning shoes & accessory designer, Saya at her studio located by Bryant Park in Garment District. You will get hands on experience how to draw using charcoal, pen, pencils, and coloring pens. This class is perfect for: Beginners to advanced level Kids and mothers Couples Fashion students We have pens and papers for you! No need to bring anything. You are more than welcome...
$100
Fashion Design Fundamentals
Esaie Couture Design School @ 38 W 32nd St, New York, NY 10001
This 4-week Fashion Design Fundamentals course is constructed for emerging designers. It allows students to get an overall understanding of the fundamentals required to begin a career as a fashion designer and understand and use the processes and tools professional designers use to create their collections. And what better way to understand the skills and knowledge needed to become a success than learning from a talented fashion designer? ...
$545
4 sessions
Fashion & Television
The Center of Makeup Artistry and Design @ 213 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001
Learn what products are best for television Get to understand lighting and how it works with makeup Experience what its like to work backstage Work on your own model to get a real feel for backstage Practice the best techniques for on camera appearances Students receive a high quality 11 piece brush set by Cozzette Expand your knowledge of skincare and new makeup products Get pictures of your work with professional lighting Create looks...
$650
2 sessions
Fashion Illustration
Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY 10016
The Fashion Design course begins with instruction on how to draw the standard fashion figure, which will be used as a base for a series fashion sketches and illustrations. As students develop their drawing skills, they investigate historical and contemporary fashion and use it as a resource for their own fashion designs. Finally, using the fashion figure, students illustrate their own line of garments in detail, using pen, ink, marker, and wash ...
$975
12 sessions
Greenwashing in the Fashion Industry
NYC Fair Trade Coalition @ 1460 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
The Sustainable Fashion Community Meeting: Greenwashing in the Fashion Industry The sustainable movement must be built on transparency, authenticity, and the constant push to do better. Brands marketing and communication can conflict with this mission because of the nature of marketing itself. How do we highlight our products in a positive way without oversimplifying the negative impacts products have on the environment? How do we educate...
$8
Fashion Startup Fundamentals
Pratt/BF+DA @ 630 Flushing Ave, New York, NY 11206
Do you want to start a fashion business and aren't sure how to begin? Or have you started a fashion business and want to make sure you are on the path to success? If either of these questions apply to you, then this is the perfect class to ensure that you will establish a firm foundation for your fashion business. The class provides a step-by- step guide to launching a fashion business from inspiration to getting your collection to market. In this...
$265
2 sessions
Developing a Fashion Collection
Input Lofts (formerly WECREATE) @ 58 E 11th St, New York, NY 10003
Developing a cohesive fashion collection takes work and persistence. In this class you will explore the various steps in realizing a collection: going from research methods, through design, development, production, editing and presentation. This knowledge would be useful for fashion students and anyone interested in developing his/her own fashion brand. The goal of this class is to provide you a glimpse and make you aware of how the development...
$30
The Fundamentals of Fashion Styling
QUINN Style School @ 115 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011
We are taking our stylists’ expertise and insider knowledge and sharing it with interested fashion enthusiasts over a 2 day intensive weekend seminar in New York City for their professional growth. Our curriculum will cover ALL topical areas you need in order to become a professional stylist, including the science, art, and business of styling, as well as insider knowledge on the in’s and out’s of the fashion styling industry. Seminar Curriculum:...
$495
3 sessions
Fashion Illustration
Ashcan Studio of Art @ 45 E 34th St, New York, NY 10016
As students develop their drawing skills, they investigate historical and contemporary fashion and use it as a resource for their own fashion designs. The Fashion Design class begins with instruction on how to draw the standard fashion figure, which will be used as a base for a series fashion sketches and illustrations. Finally, using the fashion figure, students illustrate their own line of garments in detail, using pen, ink, marker, and wash...
$400
Best Fashion Classes in NYC
Do you live in New York City, and are you always scouting for the latest trends? Are you someone who buys new clothing as the seasons change, looking for that perfect piece that will stand out on social media? If the answer to these questions is yes, then you already have an idea of what fashion is. This global industry centers around anticipating what consumers will wear and how they want to present themselves to others. Fashion is generally defined as a type of self-expression and autonomy that allows a person to try on many roles in life. Just like your style can change with the seasons, anyone can change and learn the art of fashion.
Why You Should Learn Fashion in NYC
Learning fashion in New York City can potentially be a way to mitigate some stress you feel from work or school. It also gives you something productive to do during your free time, which you might spend studying trends, visiting stores, or coming up with content ideas to post on social media. And when you learn the art of fashion, you can spread your gift to others by creating outfits that they will love.
Once you understand the basics of fashion, you will realize that there is a global community that loves fashion, both as a hobby and in a professional sense. You might want to research local clubs, groups, events, and organizations where you can meet others that are interested in fashion. Just bear in mind that these groups are generally for social purposes, and not so people who are more experienced with fashion can teach a beginner.
Lastly, if you learn how to make outfits that are visually appealing, you could easily take that one step further and start a side hustle where you dress customers for a fee. This is a marketable skill that you could easily put on your resume. And if your love of fashion translates into getting crafty, a little time with a needle and thread could lead to you making your own customized clothing pieces that you could sell online or in-person.
In-Person Fashion Classes & Schools in NYC
If you would like to learn about fashion in New York City, CourseHorse can connect you with classes that will help you discover more about the industry. For example, you can attend Kids: Barbie Fashion Design at Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo in Brooklyn. This class is perfect for children who cannot get enough of fashion, and you will learn how to design outfits and draw with confidence.
Another option is Creating a Fashion Tech Pack, which is offered by 383 Design Studio. This class teaches you the three essential elements of a good fashion tech pack and why they are important to the creation of well-fitting garments.
Teens: Portfolio Preparation for Applications is put on by Creatively Wild Art Studio Dumbo in Brooklyn. This class is perfect if you are working on a portfolio to apply for an arts program because it will allow you to create a unique body of work while enjoying the support and guidance of a qualified instructor.
Drawing for Fashion (6th-12th) takes place at One River School just across the river in Allendale, New Jersey. This three-session class will teach you how to bring your runway visions to life by showing you the appropriate way to draw a fashion figure in various poses.
Kids’ Summer Fashion Camp (11-14 yrs) is put on by The New York Sewing Center. This five-session course is a great way to explore your creativity and grow your love of sewing through fun seasonal projects.
Summer Camp: Apparel Creations (Grade 3-5) is another One River School offering, this time in Englewood, New Jersey. This is a five-session class that will teach you about composition, pattern, and cultivating your own style while creating original t-shirt designs.
At The New York Sewing Center, you can take Fashion School Prep (14-19+ yrs), which is a class that will help you reach for your fashion dreams. You will prepare for your application to fashion schools and learn everything you need to know to have the best chance of being accepted.
Bucket Hat Workshop is also offered at The New York Sewing Center and is perfect for those who would like to make a trendy fashion accessory. In this class, you will learn how to make your very own reversible bucket hat from fabrics of your choosing.
Couture Cloche Draping and Finishing happens at East Village Hats, and this two-session class is perfect for you if you want to add a classic look to your wardrobe. You will learn how to make your very own windproof and stylish cloche hat.
Illustrator Bootcamp for Fashion: Level 1 is put on by 383 Design Studio. This class focuses on teaching you the basics of Adobe Illustrator with techniques that are specific and unique to the fashion industry.
Virtual Fashion Classes & Schools
Don’t want to take an in-person fashion class in New York City? While taking an online fashion class might seem daunting at first, this unique way to learn has its pros and cons just like any other type of learning. You can attend a virtual fashion class from anywhere, which means you can work on your fashion project in the comfort of your own home, at the beach, or even in a coffee shop…wherever you want. You also do not have to commute to a classroom, which saves both money and time. The biggest con about taking an online fashion class is that you generally have to supply your own materials and equipment.
If you are interested in online fashion classes, CourseHorse has a variety of options to suit your needs. For example, How to Start Your Fashion Company: Design Your Line is a live online course offered by M SHOP. This all levels class offers you firsthand expertise on how to set up your fashion business and will show you how to go from an idea in your mind to physical designs in your hands.
Another M SHOP offering is How to Manufacture Your Clothing + Accessories Lines, which will tell you everything you need to know about creating a physical product on a larger scale. Your instructor teaches at premier fashion institutions, so you know you are in good hands.
How to Start Your Fashion Company: E-Comm + Boutique by M SHOP is a live online offering that will take you from concept to owning your own fashion shop. There are tips and tricks taught for both online and physical stores, depending on your interests and who the audience is for your designs.
How to Become a Fashion Stylist is a live online class from M SHOP that delves into how to break into the business of fashion as a stylist. You will learn more about how the industry works and what you need to do in order to make yourself stand out.
How to Produce a Fashion Show/Pop Up is yet another M SHOP class that is taught by an instructor who has helped produce Fashion Week shows as well as events for designers. You will learn everything you need to know about creating and executing your own fashion show or pop up.
