Brief: Design and produce an on trend wearable collection using “The School of Style” mood boards and references as inspiration.

In this collection we are focusing on the unique sense of style attributed to an individual or group at the school. Together with your tutor you will explore which “Group” you would imagine yourself to be a part of, how you would style yourself for the school day, and what bold fashion choices you would make in an environment where standing out is encouraged and expected. This year’s brief is a lot more open to interpretation, allowing our students some creative freedom.

Some thought should be put into where they would find their inspiration, should it be directly from one of our mood boards,or do they have a book,
tv show or movie they think fits the theme. We will then spend time in class discussing our ideas and creating mood boards before finalizing designs.

Look at each character as, essentially, a guide which we hope will assist our young designers in realizing their own vision for “Who they would be” if
they were to attend The School of Style. Experiment with different fabrics, patterns, and design techniques as we work towards our Young Designer of the Year Fashion Show!

Fabric Suggestions:

Explore the 90’s chick flick by choosing colourful plaid, fabrics in medium weight, flannel, tartan, lightweight wools, poplins and heavy textured cottons.

Plaid skirts give a preppy vibe and are a classic wardrobe staple, paired with knee high socks, loafers and sweaters.

They create looks that combine school core and light academia trends.

Materials needed:

• zip
• interfacing
• buttons
• chain
• thread

Fabric measurement:

Fabric Suggestions:

Stick with textiles that are easy to work with and have a light to medium weight properties. Shirting fabrics such as woven cottons,
poplins, flannels or chambray, in plain colour or printed are recommended.
Your shirt can be festooned with satin ribbons and gold/brass buttons to create a nautical effect.

Materials needed:

• Buttons
• interfacing
• ribbons or trims
• thread

Fabric measurement:

Fabric Suggestions:

Circle skirts require a lot of fabric to achieve the desired fullness of the design, it can either be a full circle without any seams or half circle with seams running on the centre back or the side body.

Many textiles can work for this project, however we advice using a mid-weight to heavy fabric so it is easy to work with and creates a nice drape when worn, such as woven satin, cotton poplin, wool, flannel, tartan etc.

Using trims or bias binding gives a nice touch to the hemline. The waistband can be either normal or elasticated.

Materials needed:

• 2 Inch elastic is recommended for an elasticated waistband.
• A zip and interfacing is required for the normal waistband.
• Bias binding for the hemline.
• Thread.

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Fabric Suggestions:

This nautical style is sleeveless with an A-line silhouette and creates endless possibilities in terms of textile.
Classic stripes or dots in navy, white, red, cream and gold à la “Chanel resort”, or something unexpected like prints and motifs such as sequins, animal prints or soft leather, could suit this dress.
Fabrics could vary from soft satin, lace, jersey, linen, brocade, stretch cotton, etc…

The dress pattern has a zip on the side seams so do not forget to purchase them with the fabric.
It is a simple construction and the eye is in the detail. We highly advice our students to design it and make it their own creation using trims, piping, buttons ribbons and other decorative embellishments.

Materials needed:

• Zip/buttons
• Interfacing
• Ribbons trims and other embellishments
• Thread

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Fabric Suggestions:

This sweatshirt can be oversized fit or normal fit,  it can be constructed with or without the hood, the design is to the preference of our students.
Our tip is using vibrant colours in fleece, velvet or even sequinned textiles. Add embellishments like patches, trims, or faux fur to make it more eclectic and make your designs stand out from the rest.

Materials needed:

• Ribbing on the cuffs and the hem band.
• Thread.

Fabric Measurement:

Fabric Suggestions:

The volume of the tier is determined by the amount of fabric used. We recommend using tartan, cotton poplin, flannel, woven satin or any non stretch fabric.
the skirt can be knee length or longer with elasticated waistband.

Materials Needed:

• Interfacing
• 1 metre of 1 inch elastic Waistband
• trims, bias binding etc.
• thread

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Fabric Suggestions:

Thin leatherette, plush fabrics, tartan flannel, wool or waterproof textiles.

You can use an open ended zip, buttons or snaps for the opening.

The inside lining should be reinforced when using a thin fabric, it can puffed using a fleece for extra layer and warmth.

Materials Needed:

• Open-ended zip or buttons
• Fleece
• Lining
• Thread

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Fabric Suggestions:

The pattern for this pinafore is A-line cut with a button down front, straps and pockets. This style can be changed into a plain front with different lengths and necklines. The choice of fabric is essential in achieving the desired style, tartan fabrics in flannel, cotton, tweed, vegan leather, leatherette or coating fabric are good choices.

There are different style variations with this pinafore so be sure to have a clear idea of your design and communicate with your tutor.

Materials needed:

• Buttons, snaps or fastener of your choice.
• Interfacing.
• Thread to match the fabric.

Fabric measurement:

Fabric Suggestions:

The fit of the shirt pattern is slightly tapered on the waist with a stand collar, cuffs and a button stand. a cotton poplin is a standard choice of fabric used to construct this shirt, printed cotton and tartan flannel is also ideal with all its prints and motifs.

the collar, collar stand, cuffs and button stand requires an interfacing for reinforcement.

Materials needed:

• 1 metre Interfacing
• 5-7 pcs buttons or snaps
• thread

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Fabric Suggestions:

The bodice should be a sweatshirt fabric or stretchy knit like melange jersey, jacquard knit, stretch cotton or stretch crushed velvet. making the sleeves in an alternative fabric is optional, soft silk, organza, sequin or even vegan leather.

ribbing at the cuffs is recommended but optional. You can use the remnant fabric from the main garment instead. detail is everything so you can embellish using fringes, faux fur trims, tassels, ribbons etc.

Materials needed:

• Stretch Fabric
• 1 metre ribbing
• decorative trims
• thread

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Fabric Suggestions:

Delicate fabrics are recommended when making this garment. woven satin, lace, sequins, taffeta or other festive fabrics.
The pattern for this Party dress is a simple classic design with a scoop neck and a circular skirt. It can be made with or without sleeves and decorated with trims, ribbons, gemstones etc. the possibilities are endless. We encourage our students to think like a designer, sketch your designs and include fabric swatches to go with it. Innovative and inspired ideas makes this design truly your own.

This garment requires a good amount of fabric and varies on the length and the design.

Materials Needed:

• Interfacing
• Zip/buttons or fastener of your choice
• Bias binding
• Lining
• Trims and embellishments
• Thread

Fabric Measurement:

Fabric Suggestions:

Tailoring fabric works best with this garment. Mid-weight woven fabrics  like flannels, corduroy, wool etc. The waistband is elasticated at the back and plain on the front with slant pockets.

Fabric Suggestions:
Use woven structured fabrics in mid- weight like tweed, wool, heavy linen to attain this tailored look. A tailored waistcoat is a classic staple piece in your wardrobe and can be made to you individual style so have fun with your design.

Materials Needed:

• 1 metre of interfacing
• Buttons 5-6 pieces
• Thread

FABRIC MEASUREMENTS:

Cape:

• 2 meters of fabric
• 2 meters of lining in corresponding colours

Why not create a matching Beret, for this you will need:

• 70x70cm of the same fabric as the cape

FABRIC CHOICE: Fur/Fleece/Denim/Cotton/Wool

TOP TIP: Use your imagination with accessories, for eg, Buttons, buckles, ribbon, fringing, ruffles etc

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Fabric Suggestions
Non-stretch fabrics like cotton, chambray, linen and other natural fabrics.
Experienced students could use stretch or heavy fabrics such as, jersey, gaberdine, silk or poplin.

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Fabric suggestions

Light cotton non-stretch fabric would be ideal, soft linen, silks or voile.

Fabric Measurements

Fabric Suggestions

Medium weight woven fabrics such as stiff woven satin, vegan leather, coat fabric, fleece.

Embroidered patches and appliques create a personalised design and elevates your jacket.

Materials Needed:

• Open ended zip
• Interfacing
• Ribbing
• Lining
• Patches
• Thread

Fabric Measurement: