*All kids and teens programming is not governed by the Board of Private Licensed Schools
Fashion Portfolio Prep
A PATHWAY TO FASHION SCHOOL
Build the fashion portfolio to apply to your dream school
In-person Instruction
Ages 13-18
Learn from a Parsons graduate
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30 - 8:30 pm
At our new West Philly location
Introducing aspiring designers to industry skills taught by fashion designers.
Learn about the legends of the fashion industry, terminology, and trends, then apply it to your own designs.
Through workshops taught by fashion designers & weekly design prompts, our teens will put together their fashion portfolios for college programs, internships, and more. Learn fashion sketching and key sewing skills through our exclusive online portal and join designers in our professional atelier to put your skills into practice.
Looking for Sponsorship to join the Camp or Club?
We have partnered with Ellis Trust to support aspiring designer. Check out their website to see if you are eligible.
Online Courses
Get comfortable with fashion industry fundamentals from home. Independent learning for artistic teens.
Beginner Fashion Sketching
Learn the basics of drawing figures, poses and clothes. 18 hours of content/coursework
Advanced Fashion Sketching
Add color, print and texture to create a fully illustrated collection. 18 hours of content/coursework
Adobe Photoshop for Fashion
Create beautiful moodboards, collages, logos and prints. 24 hours of content/coursework
Adobe Illustrator for Fashion
Digitally sketch your designs and personal branding. 24 hours of content/coursework.
Sewing Essentials
Learn the fundamental techniques to start making beautiful clothes that you'll actually want to wear! 24 hours of content/coursework.
““You’re never too young to learn about what you love. For me, it was always fashion.””
Made Jr student + Instructor Anna
Patterncutting with Instructor Anna
Finished Streetwear Project!
Ask us questions
CLUB FAQs
When can I join the weekly studio workshops?
You will be sent a welcome email with all the information you will need to join the upcoming class. Please keep in mind if you sign up on the day of class, you will most likely have to start the following week.
When do I get access to the online resources?
You get instant access to the online resources, community and Fashion illustration lessons. Simply SIGN IN via our website. Click MY DASHBOARD and get started!
What supplies will I need?
Most classes will just require your sketchbook and sketching supplies. If the weekly workshop requires anything additional you will be informed by your instructor. Don’t worry! We make sure to keep extra supply costs low.
I don’t have any fashion skills yet, does that matter?
No way! Anyone can join the club! Our talented instructor will get to know your skills and things you want to learn to make sure your projects are at the right level and you portfolio is 100% you.
I want to apply to a Fashion School or College one day, is this the right place for me?
You found the perfect place to achieve your goals! This club will help you find your style and master the skills that the top fashion programs are looking for. We will give you portfolio advice, application tip and interview guidance so you can get on track… fast.
Our designers and guest speakers bring years of professional experience to the table working at companies like:
Our teens get placed.
We’ve been so lucky to have some amazing students leave our school and go on to major universities to continue their education.
All kids and teens programming is not governed by the Board of Private Licensed Schools.