Marist Fashion Course Offerings and Descriptions

FASHION DESIGN AND FASHION MERCHANDISING

FASH100 Fashion in Culture & Commerce (3 Credits)
- Explores fashion's role in culture and commerce.
- Examines historic roles, evolution of fashion, social dimensions (especially women in society), Eastern & Western design aesthetics, celebrity impact, and how trends reflect contemporary values.
- Topics include ethics, art movements, sustainability, labor practices, environmental support, and globalization.
FASH126 The Creative Process (3 Credits)
- Introduces materials, tools, and techniques for creating mood/concept boards in fashion.
- Covers papers, drawing mediums (crayon, pencil, ink), color mediums (gouache, watercolor), adhesives, cutting tools and basic design concepts (focus, color, line, space, etc.).
FASH130 Fashion Figure Drawing (1 Credit)
- Focuses on the fundamentals of fashion figure proportion and poses.
- Develops a personal line and style in figure drawing.
- Offered in Fall semester only.
FASH131-133 Fashion Figure Drawing II to IV (1 Credit each)
- Continuation of FASH130, incorporating advanced figure drawing techniques.
- II offered in Fall; III and IV offered in Spring.
FASH140 Fashion Design I: Drawing & Color (3 Credits)
- Develops drawing skills and color theory for fashion figures and garment details.
- Prerequisites: FASH130, FASH131, FASH132 or FASH133 (All must pass with minimum grade of C).
FASH191 Couture Techniques (1 Credit)
- Introduces haute couture history, trends, construction, and embellishment.
- Prerequisite: FASH210.
FASH200 Textiles: Studies & Applications (3 Credits)
- Overview of the textile industry including fibers, yarns, cloth construction, and finishes.
- Applies theoretical knowledge to fabric selection.
- Prerequisite: FASH100.
FASH210 Design Studio Techniques (3 Credits)
- Teaches professional construction techniques and terminology.
- Covers hand/machine sewing, use of industrial equipment, patterns, layout, and sample creation.
FASH230 Apparel Development I (3 Credits)
- Introduces patternmaking and draping fundamentals.
- Emphasizes fitting, silhouette, proportion, fabrication, customer profile, and trend analysis.
- Prerequisite: FASH210 with minimum grade of C.
FASH235 Fashion Trend Forecasting & Analysis (3 Credits)
- Studies mechanics of trends and their function in fashion business.
- Develops skills in identifying, gathering, communicating, and presenting trends.
- Prerequisite: FASH100.
FASH240 Fashion Design II: Presentation (3 Credits)
- Develops advanced drawing techniques and professional design presentations.
- Emphasizes themed collections and technical flats.
- Prerequisite: FASH140 with minimum grade of C.
FASH245 Digital Fashion Design I (3 Credits)
- Introduces digital tools and techniques in fashion design using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
FASH231 Apparel Development II (3 Credits)
- Continuation of FASH230 focusing on advanced techniques in patternmaking and draping.
FASH265 Retailing Principles & Practice (3 Credits)
- Introduces various retail organizations and analyzes the buying cycle through strategic decisions.
- Introduces SWOT analysis for understanding retailer positioning.
- Prerequisite: FASH100.
FASH266 Writing for Fashion (3 Credits)
- Examines the role of writing in fashion for print and online media.
- Encourages personal voice and style in competitive contexts.
FASH267 Textile Design (3 Credits)
- Focuses on hand printing techniques for textile design with an emphasis on silk screening.
- Covers various printing techniques including batik and embroidery.
- Prerequisite: FASH200.
FASH268 Digital Design II (3 Credits)
- Advanced course using Adobe applications for creating presentations in fashion design.
FASH269 Visual Merchandising (3 Credits)
- Introduces theories and processes of visual merchandising and critique in various settings.
- Prerequisite: FASH100.

Event Planning & Production Courses

FASH261 Event Planning (3 Credits)
- Covers special event planning procedures and techniques.
- Includes vendor interaction, contracts, marketing, and fundraising.
FASH286 Fashion Trend Lab (1 Credit)
- Online course reporting on street trends and pop culture topics related to fashion.
- Students submit photographs and commentary from various fashion capitals.
FASH295 Fashion Show Production (3 Credits)
- Provides hands-on experience in professional fashion show production.
- Emphasizes promotional importance of fashion shows for manufacturers/retailers.

Advanced Courses

FASH300 Product Development (3 Credits)
- Overview of apparel manufacturing focusing on practices from concept to delivery.
FASH304 Merchandise Planning & Control (3 Credits)
- In-depth analysis of mathematical concepts in merchandising.
- Covers profit/loss, open-to-buy, mark-up calculations, and inventory methods.
FASH306 Sustainability in Fashion (3 Credits)
- Surveys issues related to sustainability in the fashion industry.
- Explores costs and generates solutions for ethical practices.
FASH310 Apparel Development III (3 Credits)
- Teaches design, draping, patternmaking with a concentration on tailored sportswear.
FASH315 Fashionology: Retail Entrepreneurship (3 Credits)
- Focuses on retail entrepreneurial nuances and business plan development.
FASH318 Supply Chain Management (3 Credits)
- Examines merchandiser roles in apparel production and covers compliance and logistics.
FASH322 Fashion Mobile Marketing (3 Credits)
- Introduces SoLoMo marketing concepts, shopper behavior, and metrics impacting sales.
FASH325 Private Label Development (3 Credits)
- Equips students with problem-solving skills for buyer/product development roles.
FASH335 Digital Fashion Design II (3 Credits)
- Advanced study of digital tools in fashion media design.
- Projects focus on market analysis and communication.

Branding & Capping Courses

FASH341 Fashion Branding & Licensing (3 Credits)
- Discusses importance of branding and licensing in fashion.
- Covers brand strategy, intellectual property, and guest lectures on real-world applications.
FASH345 Fashion Design III: Design Workshop (3 Credits)
- Continuation from previous design courses with a focus on professional presentations.
- Prerequisite: FASH240 with minimum grade of C.
FASH355 Buying, Planning & Allocation (3 Credits)
- Explores buyer responsibilities and covers purchasing plans, allocation, and procurement.
FASH367 Advanced Fashion Show Production (3 Credits)
- Specialized training for leading fashion show production teams.
- Prerequisite: FASH295 and permission from Program Director.
FASH370 Knitwear Design (3 Credits)
- Studio course on creating stitches and textures for original knit designs.
FASH381 History of Modern Fashion (3 Credits)
- Studies the fashion industry from the mid-19th century to present, linking styles to socio-economic events.
FASH389 Fashionology Retail Laboratory (1 Credit)
- Operates a student-run boutique to gain experience in merchandising and retail operations.

Internship and Employment Preparation Courses

FASH386-483 Fashion Internship (1-15 Credits)
- Provides professional internship opportunities in design and retail.
- Requires permission from the Internship Coordinator.
FASH400 Fashion Employment Seminar (1 Credit)
- Prepares students for job searching, networking, and interview skills.

Advanced Product Development and Strategic Courses

FASH415 Advanced PDM Software (3 Credits)
- Teaches apparel product development through Web PDM, streamlining tasks and minimizing costs.
FASH455 Global Merchandising Strategies (3 Credits)
- Analyzes global retail strategies through economic, geopolitical, and cultural lenses.
FASH477-479 Fashion Merchandising and Design Capping (3 Credits each)
- Involves portfolio development and original collection design for final semesters.
FASH482-485 Independent Study (Credits TBA)
- For specific studies requiring Program Director permission.