This 1 month masterclass is designed for designers and tailors who want to learn the various
techniques used in corset construction to recreate an historical style or create something
contemporary. They will learn every aspect of corset’s composition and construction, from
choosing materials all the way to finishing techniques. Participants will also learn to draft a
custom pattern based on their body measurements by taking a deep dive into the fabric and
structural materials of the original corset and explore the best material options available today.

After completion of this program, graduates should be able to demonstrate the abilities to:-

1. 1. Create innovative, sustainable and inclusive designs using flat pattern and prototyping techniques that incorporate design and fitting principles;
   2. Use most current computer technologies to design, digitally communicate, market and manufacture apparel;
   3. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of materials, colours, silhouettes, textures and techniques in order to communicate a reflective design process incorporating market research and analysis to solve design problems;
   4. Source materials, illustrate concepts, develop patterns, produce technical packages and costing information, apply production specifications to produce apparel that incorporates both sustainability, and human-centered designs;
   5. Produce and present work that meets the standards, ethics and practices of the domestic and global fashion industry;
   6. Apply visual communication skills to develop products, support design collaborations and create a professional portfolio;
   7. operate industrial sewing, pressing and other technical equipment safely and to industry standards.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• demonstrate ability to construct a corset from your pattern
• analyse fit and complete final alterations after fitting
• critically select appropriate materials for corset, including fabrics, interlinings and boning
  types relevant to period/design/purpose
• construct a corset utilising professional finishing skills specific to period/design/purpose
• consider how a corset affects silhouette