Postgraduate in Bride Collection Design and Haute Couture Techniques

Program Overview

The Postgraduate in Bridal Collection Design and Haute Couture Techniques program trains students in advanced pattern making, construction, and sewing skills for bridal fashion. It covers the latest trends and techniques in haute couture, as well as the business and marketing aspects of the bridal industry. Graduates are prepared for careers in bridal design, pattern making, project management, and buying.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Postgraduate in Bride Collection Design and Haute Couture Techniques is a highly specialized program designed to train and prepare the next generation of designers, pattern makers, project managers, and bridal buyers. The program emphasizes traditional pattern making, construction and sewing techniques while also incorporating the latest trends and innovations in bridal fashion.

Objectives:

• Specialize in bridal fashion with the know-how of haute couture
• Develop advanced pattern making, construction, and sewing skills
• Learn the latest trends and techniques in haute couture
• Acquire knowledge of the business and marketing aspects of the bridal industry
• Prepare students for careers in bridal design, pattern making, project management, and buying

Outline:

The program includes a range of modules covering various aspects of bridal fashion design and production:

• Pattern Making and Construction: This module focuses on traditional pattern making techniques, including draping, fitting, and grading.
Students will learn to create patterns for a range of bridal gowns, from classic silhouettes to more avant-garde designs.
• Couture Techniques: This module explores the techniques and materials used in haute couture fashion.
Students will learn about hand embroidery, beading, and other embellishment techniques.
• Design and Development: This module covers the creative process of bridal fashion design.
Students will develop their own bridal collections, from concept development to final production.
• Business and Marketing: This module provides an overview of the business and marketing aspects of the bridal industry.
Students will learn about market research, product development, and sales and marketing strategies.

Assessment:

Students will be assessed through a combination of methods, including:

• Practical projects: Students will complete a series of practical projects to demonstrate their skills in pattern making, construction, and design.
• Written assignments: Students will write essays and reports on various topics related to bridal fashion design and production.
• Presentations: Students will present their final bridal collections to a panel of industry professionals.

Teaching:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty with expertise in bridal fashion design, pattern making, and haute couture techniques. The faculty includes:

• Miguel Fernández Muñoz: Postgraduate director, with a degree in Advertising Graphics and Fashion Design.
• Estel Vilaseca: Director of the Fashion area, with a degree in Fashion Design and a Master's in Fashion Management.
• Other faculty: The program also features guest lectures from industry professionals, including designers, pattern makers, and buyers.

Careers:

Graduates of the program will be prepared for careers in a variety of fields within the bridal industry, including:

• Bridal design: Graduates will be able to design and develop their own bridal collections for a range of clients.
• Pattern making: Graduates will be able to create patterns for a variety of bridal gowns, from classic silhouettes to more avant-garde designs.
• Project management: Graduates will be able to manage the production of bridal collections from concept development to final production.
• Buying: Graduates will be able to buy and sell bridal gowns for a variety of retail stores and boutiques.