Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Fashion Design] From Illinois Dominican University

The fashion design program includes comprehensive study in design, pattern?making, research, appropriate fit and fabric selection, fashion trending, and illustration that prepares students to work in the fashion industry or as entrepreneurs in the design field. Each year students construct original creations from concept to runway for our annual fashion show. Highlights of the program include:

• The latest computer-aided technology that is used to create textile prints, visualize them on garment designs in 3-D, and print on fabric.
• Courses such as Specialty Markets in which students investigate a wide variety of clothing markets and courses such as Senior Collection in which students articulate their own design voice.
• The dyeing, distressing, and surface manipulation of fabrics.
• Opportunities for costume design and to assist in costuming Performing Arts Center productions.
• Specialized sewing equipment such as an embroidery machine used by students to create unique stitched designs.
• A close association with the community and opportunities to participate in area fashion shows and design competitions.