As a late twenty-something I wanted a school that would give me the key skills that I would need to professionally design my line. I needed to know how my initial conception could be brought to life in 3D through flat pattern making, draping techniques, and garment construction steps while meeting couture standards. I needed to understand textiles and learn about weft, warp, fabric burn tests, bias cutting and a myriad other things one needs to be aware of to create a quality garment.
Since fashion moved beyond cutting three holes in fabric and tying a piece of straw at the waist, I had a lot to learn and I did not want to spend six months going deep into color theory in a four year program. Nor did I want to be another number in an overcrowded classroom. I wanted significant contact time with an experienced instructor with couture patternmaking, draping and sewing skills. Therefore, Coco was a great fit.
I believe you either have an aesthetic sensibility or you don’t, and sitting through a history of art lesson isn’t going to make a difference. Sure you can refine your taste but by the time you reach early adulthood I think it has pretty much developed its core. I have loved the arts since I can first remember and now I would like to focus on the nitty-gritty. Coco is really helping me in this J.
