It is easy to become a fashion designer. You can simply get a degree in fashion designing be called as a fashion designer in your own right. Nevertheless, becoming a top fashion designer in the said field is another story. It is not just about finishing a degree or simply coming up with trendy creations nor is it about following the traditional steps on how to become a fashion designer. Here, we will give you tips on how to excel in your chosen field.
Steps to Become a Fashion Designer (Top Designer!)
To become a top designer, you have to hone each and every skill you need. First, you have to continuously improve your drawing skills. You have to have a sharp eye on color and texture and the combination of both. You also have to learn how to visualize all aspects of designing and creating in your mind a unique creation. More importantly, you need to understand how each and every fabric work and how they could add beauty to your creation. You may have dresses delivered to your door, but that doesn't count as creations.
The best way to do all these is through training and practice. It may take years, but it will be worth all the training and sacrifices. Also, if you want to be the best then you have to learn from the best. Make it possible to work with known designers for you to be able to gain knowledge, tips and tricks on how to be the best in your field.
Learning with the best designers doesn't mean that you will have to copy or imitate their style. You have to know your passion and your style and incorporate the same with your creation. Do a thorough research to gain knowledge on the different styles and creations that you may use. Mix and match what you have learned and create a strong fashion portfolio for your future use.
It may be essential to get a degree in fashion designing, but it is actually not absolutely necessary. Of course you will learn all the basics in sewing and designing in school, however you can still learn the said skills through experience. If you don't have access to schools or if you don't have enough money to send yourself to school, then you can gain knowledge from real-world experience. Of course, you don't expect to be immediately given the task of sewing and designing. In fact, you will have to start doing menial tasks like cleaning the machines or even making and delivering coffees. Nevertheless, make it a point to sacrifice and learn from the experts.
It is not an easy task to be the top fashion designer. And you may make your own boutique dresses after several years, but it will be all worth it. In due time, you will be able to build your own empire as a top fashion designer and you will create your own dresses with your name attached on it.