Fabric Styling
http://fitnyc.edu/fabricstyling
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree Program (BFA)
Applications accepted for fall only. HEGIS 1009
The Fabric Styling program provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to prepare them as stylists for positions in a number of diverse fields such as fabric styling, photo styling, film styling, fashion publishing, and many others.
| Semester 5 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MAJOR AREA | FS 312 - Research Techniques | 1.5 |
| FS 322 - Fashion Knit Design | 2 | |
| FS 331 - Fabric Styling I | 3 | |
| RELATED AREA | ID 322 - Decorative Arts Survey | 2 |
| TD 312 - Computer Graphics for Textile Design I | 2 | |
| TS 341 - Survey of Textile Printing Technology | 2.5 | |
| LIBERAL ARTS | SC 032 - Color Science Laboratory | 1 |
| SC 332 - Color and Light | 3 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| MAJOR AREA | FS 451 - Color Combinations and Repeats | 3 |
| RELATED AREA | AR 301 - Fashion Art for Textile Designers | 2 |
| BE 261 - Starting a Small Business | 3 | |
| ID 201 - Color for Interiors | 2.5 | |
| TD 412 - Computer Graphics for Textile Design II | 2 | |
| LIBERAL ARTS | choice - see American History* G10 | 3 |
| Semester 7 | ||
| MAJOR AREA | FS 341 - Role of Fabrics in Fashion: 1860 to Present | 3 |
| FS 431 - Fabric Styling II | 2 | |
| FS 432 - CAD for Woven and Print Styling | 2 | |
| FS 433 - Digital Presentation for the Fabric Stylist | 2 | |
| RELATED AREA | AC 111 - Advertising and Promotion | 3 |
| PH 162 - Photographic Styling | 2 | |
| LIBERAL ARTS | choice - see Foreign Language* G8 | 3.5 |
| Semester 8 | ||
| MAJOR AREA | FS 424 - Home Fashion Design | 3 |
| FS 453 - Professional Presentation | 1.5 | |
| RELATED AREA | IN 331 - Global Sourcing for Stylists | 3 |
| LIBERAL ARTS | choice - see Foreign Language* | 3-3.5 |
| choice - see Other World Civilizations* G9 | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE | FS 491 - Internship or choice - General Elective | 1.5-3 | TOTAL CREDIT REQUIREMENTS |
| MAJOR AREA | 23 | |
| RELATED AREA | 24 | |
| LIBERAL ARTS | 16.5-17 | |
| ELECTIVE | 1.5-3 | |
| Total Credits: | 65-67 | |
SUNY General Education Requirements:
A “G” followed by a number 1-10 identifies specific courses that meet SUNY General Education baccalaureate degree requirements (or visit fitnyc.edu/gened ).
G1 Basic Communication; G2 Mathematics; G3 Natural Sciences; G4 Social Sciences; G5 Western Civilization; G6 The Arts; G7 Humanities; G8 Foreign Language; G9 Other World Civilizations; G10 American History.
*Requirements: See below.
American History: 3 credits
CHOICE of EN 271, 272, or 335, or LA 221, or any other non-HA course that meets General Education American History requirement (G10).
Foreign Language: 6.5-7 credits
CHOICE of CH 111 and 112, or FR 111 and 112, or IT 111 and 112,or JA 111 and 112, or SP 111 and 112 or 141. One 3.5-credit foreign language course meets General Education Foreign Language requirement (G8). One conversation course may be substituted for the second foreign language requirement.
Other World Civilizations: 3 credits
CHOICE of HA 121, 221, 223, 224, 225, 226, or any other HA course that meets General Education Other World Civilizations requirement (G9).
NOTE: For admission requirements, see program eligibility at http://www.fitnyc.edu/2116.asp
Courses
FS 312 — Research Techniques
1.5 CREDITS; 1 LECTURE AND 1 LAB HOUR
Students explore and use a wide range of research materials to develop new designs. Special focus is on historical reference in order to apply and adapt designs to current markets
FS 322 — Fashion Knit Design
2 CREDITS; 1 LECTURE AND 2 LAB HOURS
Class demonstrates advanced knit swatch development using hand-knitting machines. Swatch collections are designed using various stitch structures, trims, and machine finishing techniques. Current marketing trends are analyzed
FS 331 — Fabric Styling I
3 CREDITS; 2 LECTURE AND 2 LAB HOURS
Design concepts, fashion trends, and textile lines are developed for a wide range of markets. Focus is on developing cohesive, visually edited boards for specific areas. Oral presentation skills are developed at the conclusion of each project
FS 334 — Leather Forecasting and Styling
2 CREDITS; 1 LECTURE AND 2 LAB HOURS
Students are taught how to develop and communicate style concepts and fashion trends in leather. Special emphasis is on sources of inspiration, introduction to research, and production techniques for apparel and accessories in the men's and women's wear markets
FS 341 — Role of Fabrics in Fashion: 1860 to Present
3 CREDITS; 3 LECTURE HOURS
Significant concepts and developments in fabrics and fashion history are examined through a chronological study of innovations in fabrics and their uses by major designers. Knowledge of specific fabrics, designs, and designers is obtained by hands-on use of garments in The Museum at FIT's collections
FS 411 — Fabric Styling in Italy
3 CREDITS; 3 LECTURE HOURS
Students learn how to conduct research, interpret visual materials, and develop forecasting skills through the on-location experience of Italian art, architecture, landscape, fashion, and design. By visiting museums, design studios, and textile mills, students learn about Italian culture and international perspectives, design resources, stores, and markets. Approximately three weeks in June.
Prerequisite(s): HA 112
FS 424 — Home Fashion Design
3 CREDITS; 6 LAB HOURS
Current lifestyle and fashion trends are analyzed to produce lines for domestics and bed and bath markets. The special needs of licensed designs are discussed. Attention is given to specific historical periods and relevant reference material
FS 431 — Fabric Styling II
2 CREDITS; 4 LAB HOURS
Students continue the development of fabrics and/or product lines begun in FS 331, with emphasis on specific marketing and design criteria.
Prerequisite(s): FS 331
FS 432 — CAD for Woven and Print Styling
2 CREDITS; 1 LECTURE AND 2 LAB HOURS
Using CAD programs with weave libraries, students create original woven patterns. Plaids, stripes, and coordinated designs are presented as collections in a storyboard format
FS 433 — Digital Presentation for the Fabric Stylist
2 CREDITS; 1 LECTURE AND 2 LAB HOURS
Students use market direction, color forecasts, style information, and national and international trends in order to develop presentations delivered in a digital interactive format. Video, sound, digital photography, annotation, and animation are integrated into a final project.
Prerequisite(s): TD 312 or approval of instructor
FS 451 — Color Combinations and Repeats
3 CREDITS; 6 LAB HOURS
The development and execution of original design ideas are accomplished. Students concentrate on the use of gouache, transfer techniques, repeats, and color combinations. Current fashion trends are analyzed in the design process
FS 453 — Professional Presentation
1.5 CREDITS; 3 LAB HOURS
Students prepare a trend and color forecast, as well as design invitations for their final portfolio show presented to industry members. Individual portfolios are developed and presented at that time. A group project is developed that becomes part of the School of Art and Design exhibition
FS 491 — Internship
2 CREDITS
A 14-week internship in industry, scheduled individually for a minimum of 84 hours at the worksite and 6 hours on campus. Completion of a daily journal, a written report on the internship experience, and a portfolio of work (where applicable) is required
FS 499 — Independent Study in Fabric Styling
1-3 CREDIT
For eighth-semester Fabric Styling students. A plan must be submitted to the Fabric Styling coordinator a semester before the class is taken.
Prerequisite(s): a minimum 3.5 GPA and approval of instructor, coordinator, and dean for Art and Design