STYLING | MODELING | TEXTILE | DESIGN | TRENDS | COMMUNICATION

Become a fashion designer in Paris, the global capital of luxury

Turn your passion into professional expertise

The ISAL PARIS Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design & Creation is an intensive three-year program that trains creative talents in the fields of fashion design, pattern making, and applied arts. In Paris, at the heart of the luxury industry, you will develop comprehensive technical skills and a strong creative identity, from design to the creation of professional collections.

A teaching method that brings out your creativity

At ISAL PARIS, each student receives personalized support to develop their unique style and creative signature. Through concrete projects, workshops with professionals, and practical case studies inspired by the latest trends, you will build your portfolio and network in the fashion and luxury industry.

Our approach combines innovation and traditional expertise: graphic design and motion design, 2D and 3D modeling, textile design, and more. You will master the tools and techniques that meet the current demands of fashion houses and luxury brands.

Experts to train you

Our instructors are all active professionals and recognized specialists in their fields. They share their expertise and guide you in choosing your specialization, from textile design to visual merchandising, fashion design, and artistic direction.

Training that maximizes your professional integration

Our professional approach, with internships in companies starting in the first year, our network of partners in fashion and luxury, and the expertise of our lecturers facilitate the integration of our graduates into the sector. Your course concludes with your collection project and the end-of-year fashion show, a real showcase of your skills for recruiters and professionals in the sector.

Presentation of courses in fashion design and pattern making 

This program offered by the ISAL PARIS fashion school lasts three years. During these intensive and discovery-filled years, you will be trained in the professions of fashion and luxury product design. Alongside expert professors who are active in this highly idealized industry, you will strengthen your skills in fashion design, textiles, and pattern making. A solid understanding of the sector is essential for advancing in a high-level company. The culture of fashion (its trends and techniques), visual arts, and applied arts are among the subjects offered.

The development of students' creative personalities is the guiding principle behind learning at ISAL PARIS. They will be able to enrich their knowledge through a variety of exercises and bridges between courses and programs. Taking into account market and marketing constraints, they will design their own brand identity.

Professional integration is a real asset for the Bachelor of Fashion Creation and Design. Each year, an internship allows students to prepare for entering the job market, put their skills into practice, and experience the realities of the sector. They gain nearly a year of experience throughout the program.

After completing their bachelor's degree, fashion and management enthusiasts can continue their studies for two years by enrolling in one of the Master's degrees offered by the school:

  • Master's Degree in Marketing and Strategy,
  • Master's Degree in Fashion and Luxury Management,
  • Master's Degree in Communication and Brands.

Joining the ISAL PARIS fashion school means enrolling in a comprehensive, professional technical training program. The curriculum is divided into three levels, equivalent to three years of study.

First year : Here are the courses offered during the year: introduction to fashion design, introduction to fashion design, fundamentals of fashion history, cross-disciplinary skills.

Second year : We move on to the second level with more technical subjects. This involves putting into practice the skills acquired in the first year: fashion creation, fashion design, fashion culture, and cross-disciplinary skills.

Third year : after 2 years of building up your culture in model making and fashion design, The program offers new courses in fashion, brand communication, and cross-disciplinary skills. Your bachelor's degree will conclude in style with the production of a final project involving a fashion show and presentation of your brand collection.

This bachelor's degree program focuses on the development and implementation of a concrete professional project. After 700 hours of classes per level of study, you will have honed your skills in fashion design, pattern making, sewing, textiles, and design. The luxury and digital sector holds no secrets for you. You know how to tailor your communication to the latest digital and technical trends in fashion design. 

Whatever your dream job may be, ISAL PARIS will help you achieve it. 

So what kind of work can you apply for? Here is a non-exhaustive list: 

  • Fashion graphic designer
  • Product Developer
  • Artistic Director
  • Collection Director
  • Collection manager
  • Model maker / Prototypist
  • Fashion photographer
  • Head of Style
  • Fashion Editorial Manager
  • Influencer Manager
  • Clothing, accessories, and textile designer
  • Visual merchandiser

You've got your high school diploma, congratulations! Would you like to take your education to the next level by enrolling in a Bachelor's Degree in Fashion The Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Design and Creation is perfect for you. But how does the admission process work?

You can apply online by filling out the form provided.

To enroll in ISAL, admission is decided upon review of a motivation file consisting of:

  • a resume (CV),
  • a cover letter,
  • a photocopy of your passport or ID card,
  • high school diploma and final exam grades (equivalent to the Baccalaureate)
  • the most recent diploma and transcript, if different,
  • a creative portfolio (mood boards, drawings, photos, silhouettes)

After receiving your complete application, we will contact you to schedule an interview so that we can assess your motivations and skills.

Following the interview, the admissions department will notify you of its decision within one week.

Please note that this course is taught in French and is available in English for international students.

In addition, fees apply:

  • application fee: €600
  • tuition fees: €7,900

So, if you aspire to become a stylist, pattern maker, graphic designer, or collection manager, this technical training program promises to equip you with the formidable skills and expertise you need to earn your degree and land your dream job.

Why choose ISAL? 

Located in the heart of Paris, in a neighborhood steeped in history, this stimulating place is conducive to emancipation. After obtaining their high school diploma, admitted students express their artistic talents on campus and forge bonds with their classmates in modern, spacious, and welcoming facilities. 

You can find our designers in classrooms, the cafeteria, the school workshop, the fabric library, the photo studio, the showroom, or even on the terrace. These spaces fuel the desire to become a fashion designer or pattern maker, to immerse oneself in a world of art and fashion. 

ISAL PARIS welcomes young French and international students. The school combines culture, fashion, and management, and maintains a unique connection with Asia and China. By enrolling in our programs, students easily open themselves up to all Asian countries and participate in language projects in English, Italian, and Chinese.

The fashion design or collection creation requires precise knowledge of French techniques and expertise, from model making to graphic design. At ISAL PARIS, no student is left behind. Each student is monitored individually to ensure they progress throughout their studies and meet the expectations and needs of clients in France and abroad. In regular contact with several hundred companies, the school offers its students great opportunities for internships (5 to 10 months) or work-study programs and coaches them in their efforts. We can count on groups such as ELLE, Printemps, Aubade Paris, and Hermès Paris.

It is a team of teachers specializing in fashion creation and design, from clothing to accessories, who support students in becoming independent and help them choose the path that suits them best.

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