DISTANCE LEARNING COURSE
Learn everything there is to know about styling – a comprehensive combo of our Personal Styling and Fashion Styling courses, offering students a holistic overview of an ever-growing industry.
| MODULE | DESCRIPTION |
| 1 | Fashion Studies Understanding fashion fads, trends, classics, fashion cycles, fashion adoption Brief history of 20th century fashion Elements & principals of design |
| 2 | Introduction To Styling What is styling? What’s needed to be a successful stylist Avenues of styling – stills, film, runway, personal styling |
| 3 | Personal Styling Introduction to personal styling Consulting with clients – assessing client needs, the image profile, self-esteem Lifestyle assessment Personal style Colour analysis – undertone, harmony, contrast Body shape analysis – shape, proportions, scale, bone structure, camouflage Body image Dressing the fuller figure Wardrobe assessments – culling, organising, storage, capsules and core wardrobes Wardrobe planning Accessorizing Face shapes – eyewear, hairstyles and jewellery Dress codes and occasion dressing Dressing age appropriately Garment care, quality & fit Alterations and repairs Underwear and swimwear – the importance of fit Personal shopping – shopping lists, budgets, stores |
| 4 | Fashion Styling Skills styling – editorial, commercial, catalogue Film styling – commercial, television, features Taking a brief Feeding back ideas – storyboards, tear sheets Directors, producers & agency – who’s who in the crew Sourcing wardrobe – shopping, hiring, manufacturing Wardrobe fitting – briefing cast, set up, final options Pre-shoot prep – alterations, special effects, your kit, packing for the shoot The shoot – set up, stand-by, continuity, wrap Wardrobe department crew Wrapping a job – returns, recons, invoicing |
| 5 | Business Studies Where to start? Structuring and marketing yourself Interaction and communication with clients Growing and maintaining business Personal branding Working independently vs using an agent Getting a booking Putting together a show reel or book Test shooting |
COURSE DETAILS
- 100% distance learning, no attendance
- Career starter/booster
- Start immediately
- 12 months to complete
- Exclusive content
- Certificate level
- Payment options available
- Includes training kit
COST R9 500
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Comprehensive training manual
- Consulting booklets and laminates
- Hard copy of client questionnaires and consulting notes
- Colour analysis kit – fabric drapes, colour cards, colour combining booklet
- Fashion styles glossary
- Measuring kit with international size chart
- Recommended reading list
- E-copy of the highly acclaimed, FabJob Guide to Become an Image Consultant
- AFS certification
- AFS accreditation logo
- Ongoing career mentorship
This course was invaluable and to a high standard, everything was done professionally
without sacrificing the fun factor. All of my expectations were surpassed and I am now even more motivated to pursue a career in styling – It has boosted my confidence as a stylist and makes me feel well-equipped for the industry. Thank you so much Alice.
Hazel Memani, Cape Town
I have come away from my training feeling confident that I am now armed with all the necessary information on how to start my own consulting business. Thank you both for a fun and hugely informative course.
Arlene Tyler, The Style Company, Cape Town
I really enjoyed myself and gained far more than I expected from this course. It’s been
a very worthwhile trip for me and I would highly recommend it to anyone interested in personal styling. Can’t wait to come back to South Africa and The Wardrobe Academy for other courses!
Adenike Owolabi, Nigeria
My confidence and passion has grown even stronger and I can’t wait to start my career as a stylist. Valuable information and tips were shared that made the experience memorable and life changing. The course brought together people from all over the world making it so interesting.
Kelly Stevie, Cape Town
For a man trying to get into the industry, I felt very much at ease at The Wardrobe Academy”, and even though I had no experience, I feel confident enough after completing my training to be able to do a great job. Loved every moment of it, Thank you so much! Tom
Thomas van Zyl, 2aT Image Consulting, Cape Town
The Styling course was amazing – not only did I strengthen my existing knowledge of fashion styling and learn how to start my own business, I also learnt so much about myself! A fantastic
week with wonderful people, all my expectations were met.
Elzanne Van Der Linde, Image Consulting, Upington
