Apparel, Textiles, and Fashion I introduces students to the fundamentals of the fashion and apparel industry while engaging them in critical thinking, creativity, and hands-on skill development. This course emphasizes understanding fashion as both a form of personal expression and a consumer-driven industry.
Students will explore consumer awareness, clothing selection and care, textiles, basic garment construction, and the use of technology in fashion-related fields. Instruction also includes an overview of career opportunities within fashion, textiles, and related industries.
Through hands-on projects and applied learning activities, students will develop practical skills and techniques that are transferable to a wide range of careers, including fashion design, merchandising, retail, interior design, and human services.
Apparel, Textiles, and Fashion I provides a strong foundation for advanced coursework in fashion design, textiles, and apparel construction while preparing students with skills applicable in today’s workforce.
Prerequisites for this course include the successful completion of Fashion Design Construction. Dues for being a member of FCCLA are $25.00 and must be paid by the student.