Internship: What Does A Fashion Designing Intern Do?
Fashion is what you wear and it goes beyond clothes. Hairstyle, makeup, footwear, lifestyle, body posture and accessories are important fashion elements. Apart from being a thriving global industry, fashion enjoys its place among the work of the arts.
The fashion industry is a steadily growing sector that is bound to prosper with improving connectivity and technological advancements around the world. Exciting opportunities lie ahead for you if you are looking at it as a career option. But, what are the steps to success? What do you need to know before you start your professional journey in the fashion industry?
You can start your professional journey with an internship in the fashion industry. The internship will give you exposure, in-depth practical knowledge and an understanding of the field. Read this article to learn from the internship experiences of a young fashion enthusiast.
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Vaneesri Kaul Tyagi, NIFT Jodhpur
It was a joint effort of my grandparents, parents and classmates who saw my interests in drawing and design and guided me to become a fashion designer. I prepared for NIFT (National Institute of Fashion Technology), as well as NATA (National Aptitude Test In Architecture) and wrote the examinations for both including JEE Mains .
I chose NIFT because I felt that is where I could channel my creative capabilities to their fullest and also have the freedom to express my ideas into reality. My first internship was with a big jewellery brand. They were responsible for designing jewellery for H&M, Zara and other leading brands.
During my internship, I was a part of a major fashion event. Normally we start preparing for such big events almost six months or one year in advance, but this event allowed us just 20 days to prepare. The deadline was tight, 40 garments in 20 days! We had to plan, prepare for everything and execute ideas for a major designer brand in such a short period.
The team, including the senior designers, was very supportive. Every single person involved, the managers, the senior designers, interns, graphic designers, the tailors and the craftsmen contributed to the success of the event. Everyone was just amazing in their role. The brand owner/head designer was always on his toes. He demanded the best out of his team. He was relentless in his pursuit of perfection. He would go through 10 different concepts, one after the other and we had to make changes in the plan mid-way. At times it was exasperating in order on a good show, we did our best.
One of the most important things I learnt here is that sometimes it is necessary to separate yourself from the work. When you are in the creative field, with a team, you need to understand what the brand requires from you. Your ideas matter, but the final goal is the success of the brand or the idea that you’re working for. I learnt to appreciate others perspectives, desire to strive for perfection and give my best at all times.
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Fashion designing is a very demanding field. Things and ideas may keep changing and you have got to take these changes in your stride and keep going. You have to be passionate and be ready to work crazy hours at work and in college.
Before you choose your firm or design house for an internship, do your background research. Ask your faculties, seniors or those who have worked with that particular brand before to understand the work culture there. Make sure that you get a stipend for all the efforts that you put in.
Creative fields demand commitment and hard work beyond the usual shift hour. In order to maintain the balance between work and life and enjoy your work, choose the right firm and work with a team that is able to harness and polish your creative side.
An internship experience helps you to understand the pros and avoid the cons. Your passion will help you go through the toil and emerge successful. Be ready to work hard, be a team player, respect others' opinions, and experiment with your style while you work, learn and grow.
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Yes, there are several institutions in Bangalore that offer fashion designing courses.
NIFT Bangalore is one of India’s top fashion institutes and offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in fashion design, fashion technology, and fashion management. Admission is through the NIFT entrance exam.
Army Institute of Fashion & Design (AIFD) in Bangalore offers a Bachelor of Science in Fashion and Apparel Design. Admission is based on their written test called AIFD WAT.
Vogue Institute of Art and Design offers programs like B.Sc. in Fashion & Apparel Designing, B.Des. in Fashion Design & Management, and Master’s in Fashion Design Management. They also have diploma and short-term courses.
JD Institute of Fashion Technology provides bachelor’s, master’s, and diploma courses in fashion design, with practical training and industry exposure.
LISAA School of Design has undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Fashion & Textile Design, focusing on hands-on learning and industry connections.
Pearl Academy in Bangalore provides industry-focused programs that prepare students for careers in fashion.
Indian Institute of Fashion Technology (IIFT) offers a B.Sc. in Fashion & Apparel Design affiliated with Bangalore University, covering fashion design and apparel technology.
Bangalore University also offers a Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) in Fashion Design, and admission is through their entrance exam.
The Fashion Designing and Technology program at AMU is offered as a B.Voc. in Fashion Design & Garment Technology through the University Women’s Polytechnic. It’s a 3 year undergraduate course focused on practical skills for the fashion industry. Admission is based on CUET UG scores, and the program admits about 50 students annually. The first year fee is around INR 12,500, and students get hands-on training, including workshops on digital fashion tools like CLO 3D.
Hi Preeti,
There is no such course as a B.Ed. in fashion design
that exists in India.
A diploma in fashion design is for 2 years.
The basic eligibility criteria:
10th pass or 10+2 pass
Fees range from 50k to 1 lakh.
For a B.Sc. in fashion, which is a 3-year course.
The basic eligibility criteria:
10+2 pass with any stream
Fees vary according to colleges
Top Entrance Exams: NID, NIFT, UCEED, IICD etc.
For more information about fashion design courses, click on the link below:
https://www.careers360.com/courses/fashion-design-course
All the best.
Thank you.
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Careers360 Team
The B.Ed in Fashion Design is not a mainstream program like traditional B.Ed degrees offered for school-level teaching in subjects such as science, math, or languages. However, there are specialized education and vocational training courses related to fashion and design that incorporate educational methodology or teacher training aspects, often available as PG Diplomas or certification programs.A standard B.Ed program is typically 2 years long and recognized by the National Council for Teacher Education , but it is primarily meant for training to teach in schools. If you with a background in fashion design wants to enter the teaching profession—perhaps as a lecturer or instructor in fashion institutes you can opt for a general B.Ed and later specialize through fashion-related teaching diplomas, M.Ed, or industry experience.Alternatively, some design institutes offer Postgraduate Diplomas in Fashion Design Education or short-term certification courses that prepare candidates to teach fashion design, particularly in private institutions.
Before applying, check you can the eligibility criteria of the university/institute.Whether they offer a B.Ed integrated with fashion or any special pedagogy in vocational subjects.
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Thank you for your question.
Yes, many colleges nowadays offer fashion designing courses for girls, especially in polytechnic or vocational institutions. As fashion designing courses are usually available in both diploma and certificate formats. The diploma typically lasts for 2-3 years, and some colleges do have separate batches for girls or a co-ed structure with proper safety and discipline.
About the boarding facilities yes, many colleges do provide hostel accommodation for girls. The availability may vary from college to college, but if it's a government or semi-government institution, hostel seats are usually allotted on a first-come-first-serve basis or based on distance from home. The monthly hostel fee can be anywhere between 1,500 to 4,000, depending on the location and whether food is included. Some private colleges charge more, but they may also offer better facilities like Wi-Fi, laundry, and AC rooms.
As for the admission fee, in government colleges, it’s usually very affordable around 2,000 to 10,000 per year. Private colleges might charge more, so confirming with the specific college is important.
You can consider this link for more details;
https://www.careers360.com/courses/fashion-design-course
Hope this helps, and wishing you all the best !
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