Specialist course

Basic Womenswear Dress

Fashion school in Ancona - Next Fashion School

Duration

5 weeks

Departure

June 2026

Campuses

Bologna, Ancona, Padua

Frequency

Weekly

Requirements

Good knowledge of Italian

Specifications and costs

Course description

The dress foundations are one of the fundamental elements of women's patternmaking. The course delves into the technical construction of the main paper patterns, using a clear and structured method to develop garments that are well-proportioned and correct in their fit.

The foundations with and without darts are studied, introducing variations, fit modifications and design solutions applicable to various models. The syllabus also includes collars, button stands, bustier foundations and knitwear design. An essential technical asset for patternmakers looking to expand their design skills.

Departures for each location

Bologna, 29 June 2026

Ancona, 29 June 2026

Padua, 29 June 2026

News:Enrolment has been extended until November. There's still time to start your journey in fashion.

Who is it aimed at?

Intensive course dedicated to studying the basics of women's garments in industrial patternmaking. Ideal for those wanting to learn a technical and versatile construction method, which serves as a basis for developing variations, creative transformations and professional projects.

This is the course for those approaching women's patternmaking who want to do so professionally and by following a high-performing and competitive industrial method.

Career opportunities

Career opportunities lie within patternmaking, with roles related to the creation of basic women's dress patterns, prototype development, and pattern alterations.

The designated role applies variations, fit modifications and design solutions to various models, supporting the creation of garments that are consistent with stylistic and production requirements.

Key outgoing figure: Patternmaker specialised in women's garment blocks.

Programme

The course offers a practical, solid and competent patternmaking preparation, based on the study of the method and the acquisition of fundamental knowledge relating to the foundations of dressmaking and their application in the creation of paper patterns.

Students learn to use these skills to develop and create new models independently, refining precision, method and design capability. The training path encourages progressive, hands-on learning.

The subject covered is Patternmaking, with a technical, concrete and practice-oriented approach.

Scholarship and financial support

Next Fashion School invests in talent. Every year we provide scholarships and fee reductions, measures designed for those with motivation and merit who need financial support to embark on their fashion journey.

Dedicated concessions are available for this course, find out all the details on the page.

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