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Pursue Your Passion In Fashion Design

Team StoryWeavers|June 07, 2022, 08:24 IST| 152

When thinking about pursuing your further studies, you will most probably find yourself picking from science, commerce or arts courses, the three major streams of our education system. But can career options be put into the same categories as the courses?

While you may need to study a certain course to pursue a career in a particular field, being successful in what you do, needs traits from science, commerce and arts together.

For example, aerospace engineering needs a scientist’s aptitude to know if an aircraft will fly, an artist’s eye to design a beautiful machine and the mind of an economist to know if they can sell what they have built!

On that note, this month in Careerscope, we are going to explore how to become a fashion designer. Throughout this article we want you to keep an eye out on what traits from science, commerce and arts will you need to be a great designer!

Are you ready? Let’s get started!

What is fashion design?

Fashion design involves making clothes and wearable accessories (shoes, belts, jewellery, etc.) that appeal to people. Most fashion designers specialise in a particular type of clothing. For example, men’s wear, evening wear, sportswear, etc.

Fashion designers make clothes and wearable accessories

What does a fashion designer do?

A fashion designer’s job can be put into three main buckets. 

1. Research – Designers need to research current fashion trends and identify what appeals to people by understanding consumer behaviour.

Simplified: A consumer or customer is someone who buys a product.

2. Designing – This involves the actual designing of clothes and accessories. Designers sketch their designs either on paper or on digital programs.

3. Merchandising – This is when designers promote their work so that the right customers can get to know about their designs.

What skills does a fashion designer need?
At a glance, here are the major skills needed to be a successful fashion designer.

Technical artistic skills: Designers need technical artistic skills like drawing, sketching and sewing to make their designs. They also need to have a strong sense of colour and texture and know how different types of fabric or raw material will look when they become clothes.

Visualisation skills: Designers need to visualise how a product will look even before it is made. They should have a strong understanding of space and geometry to visualise how the clothes they design will come to life. For example, they can visualise how different fabrics drape and how the shape of the clothes will look on people before they are even made.

Research and data analytics: Fashion designers rely heavily on strong research skills because they need to understand what styles are in trend. They also analyse data and make sense of what consumers want. Using data analytics while making great designs is the secret weapon most successful fashion designers have.

Strong business acumen: To make sure their designs are brought to life properly and reach the right customer, designers have a strong understanding of how business works. This includes buying the fabrics from the right place, marketing the finished designs to the right audience, and making the right decisions from data on what customers want.

India’s long tryst with fashion
A common perception is that fashion design is an up and coming profession. However, you only have to peek at India’s rich cultural heritage to see that that’s not true. Be it the Indian cotton in the wardrobes of ancient Egyptian kings or the unique textile patterns and weaves of every single Indian state – the ability to make beautiful clothes is a part of Indian culture and history. 

Where will you work as a fashion designer?
As a fashion designer you can work in the following places:

  • Apparel manufacturing firms: These are companies that manufacture clothes on a large scale
  • Fashion retailers: These are companies who sell clothes made by apparel manufacturers
  • Design firms: These are firms that specialise in fashion designing and take orders from specific consumers
  • Own venture: You can also start your own business and sell your designs directly to consumers.

What should you study to become a fashion designer?
In India, you have bachelors, diploma and certificate courses in fashion designing. The most popular option is a B.Des (Bachelors in design) course, which is a four-year undergraduate program.

What are the top colleges in India for fashion design?
One of the most popular colleges to study fashion design are the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) chain of colleges. NIFT has colleges in most Indian cities. Some of the top-ranking NIFT and other colleges for fashion design are: 

  • NIFT, Delhi
  • NIFT, Mumbai
  • NIFT, Bangalore
  • NIFT, Chennai
  • NIFT, Hyderabad
  • NIFT, Patna
  • NIFT, Kolkata
  • NID, Ahmedabad
  • Pearl Academy, Delhi
  • Pearl Academy, Jaipur

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is fashion design hard?

Answer:

Yes, fashion designing is a challenging line of work. It is not all glamour. There is effort, creative thinking, and business to it. That said, it is something you can excel in with talent, dedication, and discipline.

2. Does fashion designing need maths?

Answer:

No, one does not need Mathematics to be eligible for fashion desiging courses -- unless you're applying for Bachelor of Fashion Technology in NIFT --in which case, you should have opted for PCM in Class XII. However, it helps to have a working knolwedge of geometric patterns and designs when you apply for fashion designing courses.

3. Is studying fashion designing expensive?

Answer:

Well, it depends on the choice of institution, nature of the course, location, etc. While the NIFT can be slightly expensive, there are plenty of other institutions that have a relatively lower course fees as well.

4. Who is eligible for NIFT?

Answer:

Candidates who have completed 10+2 from recognised colleges in India for UG courses. Having PCM subjects is mandatory when applying for B.F.Tech Programme.Candidates must also clear the NIFT Entrance Exam.

5. Is NIFT exam tough?

Answer:

There are approximately 5000 seats in NIFT for both UG & PG courses. Roughly 25,000 students appear for the entance exam. This makes the qualification process challenging. The students are selected based on their knowledge, skill, and aptitude for courses they've picked.

6. Can I join NIFT after 10th?

Answer:

No, you atleast need 10+2 from a recognised board in India.

7. How do I start my career in Fashion designing?

Answer:

To begin with, ace your 10 + 2 exams as this will open doors to some of the best colleges in the country. Then depending on your aptitude choose either the B.Des or B.F.Tech course. Study all about fashion, take an internship or two in college. This should give you a good start in fashion designing.

8. Which is the best course for Fashion designing?

Answer:

The best course in fashion desiging is one that interests you and is creatively rewarding.There are plenty of specialisations to choose from such as accessory design, knitwear design, leather design,etc.

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Aarushi Srivastava

August 20, 2020

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Ritu gupta

August 6, 2020

I love fashion designers ???


Gulnaaz khaja Khan pathan.

August 6, 2020

Thanks for giving information.. ?
But. I don’t have any interest in fashion designing. ?
Because I’m curious about science and wanna become a scientist..


Stalin

August 3, 2020

Byjus please post some information on graphic designing .
Please


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July 30, 2020

Yes I love it I love to be a fashion designer and thanks for giving some information about fashion designer


Hrishika

July 23, 2020

It’s a nice job but it’s complicated and focusing ?
Well I don’t want to be a fashion designer☺️
My aim is to be an IAS Officer????
And I don’t give up on my dream??


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July 16, 2020

Hi please suggest a good career for pcb lover


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July 12, 2020

Sir I want to become a software developer
What subject I can take for becoming a
Software developer


Maanasvi

July 8, 2020

Should we write entrance examination to study in NIFT colleges?


Kshiti

July 6, 2020

I will love to be a fashion designer ??


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July 6, 2020

Fashion designing is something interesting job
While my mom is fashion designer it’s not too easy


रानू

July 4, 2020

पहले हमें 10,12मे अच्छे अंक लाने होगे


Rashid

July 2, 2020

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Quite nice work


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July 2, 2020

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June 29, 2020

I knows fashion designer’s job is not easy but I likes to do research on weared topics like how all people behave.


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June 27, 2020

Its my dream to pursue this job..its my aim..i think my words are less to show how much i want to be one..??


Siddhi

June 23, 2020

Being creatively and productively unique is what the fashion designing…
and I would like to be a fashion designer for some days


Vishnupriya

June 23, 2020

I also like fashion designing but I am more interested in teaching (lecture) so what should I do? ??????


Paayal

June 22, 2020

I wanted to be a fashion designer . Thanks for this document


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June 22, 2020

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June 22, 2020

Feeling the same


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June 21, 2020

What are the career scopes for Maths+ Computer science interested person?


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June 21, 2020

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June 21, 2020

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June 21, 2020

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June 21, 2020

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June 20, 2020

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June 20, 2020

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June 20, 2020

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June 20, 2020

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June 20, 2020

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June 20, 2020

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June 19, 2020

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June 19, 2020

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I think,It will be easier for those who are much interested
and for those who having a creative mind!?


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June 19, 2020

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I think,It will be easier for those who are much interested
and for those who having a creative mind!?


RIDA HIFZA

June 19, 2020

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Aparna Bhattacharjee

June 19, 2020

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June 19, 2020

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June 19, 2020

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June 19, 2020

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June 19, 2020

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June 19, 2020

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June 19, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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Every knowledge is required in every field.
I think fashion designer is not so easy.????????


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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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✨?????


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June 18, 2020

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June 18, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

Everyone will not be interested in fashion designing
I want to be Army officer


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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

I also like to do designing from old clothes ????. Really Fashion designing is a very interesting job ?


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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

Some people think that to design clothes is very easy but I don’t think that ??


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June 17, 2020

Some people think that to design clothes is very easy , but I don’t think that ??


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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

Are there any other course for fashion designer ???


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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

For science course


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June 17, 2020

Please publish an article about how to make career in aviation


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June 17, 2020

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Bsc Agriculture, Bsc Botany, Msc Marine Biology


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June 17, 2020

Hopefully one day I like the fashion designing!??


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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

Pls publish that how to become a successful scientist that discovers something new?


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June 17, 2020

It’s my dream to become a fashion designer… it’s very good information! Thanks ?


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June 17, 2020

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June 17, 2020

Please give more information in how to appear in architecture…. please


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June 17, 2020

Please publish an article about being or going to be a doctor


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June 17, 2020

I don’t know what I’ll be in the future , but I want to be an actor since childhood??


Sachin d2ivedi

June 17, 2020

Can you please tell about medical


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June 17, 2020

Can you also publish an article about law and genetic engineering


Rudra

June 17, 2020

Please add an article on how to pursue your career in HipHop music.


JAY 31

June 17, 2020

It’s not easy job, but those who want to become a fashion designer should have a great talent
Keep it up those who want to become a fashion designer ????????????????


Adrija

June 17, 2020

This is very interesting!! But I want to become an astronaut . Can anyone tell me how to become an astronaut?


Manashvi Singh

June 17, 2020

It was a very nice article ??


Srija

June 17, 2020

I know that fashion designing is an interesting job, afterall we also have to study for doing this job. It’s not easy to take the job, but still it will help us to find some new sketches on the dress.


Advaith

June 17, 2020

Superb


Sparsh

June 17, 2020

I will become fashion designer
And plz also publish an article on marvel superheroes


Divyanshu

June 17, 2020

Please suggest career about Veterinary Doctor.
What to do to become animal or bird Doctor.


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June 17, 2020

It is really great to be faishon
designer


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June 17, 2020

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PREET

June 17, 2020

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Oviya A

June 17, 2020

Please publish an article about how to establish a career as a writer (novels)


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June 17, 2020

Fashion designing is a very interesting job??.


Nandini

June 17, 2020

It might not be the easiest job…but still I would love to be a fashion designer someday???????


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