Bridalwear, Short Course | University of the Arts London (UAL) | London, United Kingdom
14 days
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1700 GBP/full
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About

Learn how to create contemporary Bridalwear on our wedding dress making course at the University of the Arts London (UAL). By studying current trends you will create a bodice design as well as exploring specialist skills such as rouching, integrated trains, bias frills and more.

Overview

On this Bridalwear course from London College of Fashion you'll explore the specialist techniques you need to create contemporary bridalwear.

Features

You will begin by discussing current trends and with the guidance of the tutor, create a bodice design of your choice. By working from either a block or working on the stand you will complete a toile for a fitted bodice, refitting where necessary and then making up in your chosen fabric. 

You will move on to discuss skirt and dress patterns such as fishtail or bias cut before completing various toiles. During the course you will investigate different types of surface decoration such as lace, piping and bias frills as well as discussing veils and petticoats.

Programme Structure

Topics covered:
  • Contemporary and historical inspiration for making wedding dresses
  • Pattern alterations
  • Interlining
  • Surface decoration options
  • Fastenings
  • Seams
  • Lining and boning
  • Rouching and draping
  • Bodice detail - lace and beaded fabrics
  • Integrated trains

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 14 days

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

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  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

In order to fully participate in the practical exercises please bring the following materials/equipment to the first class:

  • One wedding magazine of your choice
  • HB Pencil
  • Eraser
  • Sharpener
  • Fabric shears
  • Small sharp pointed scissors or stitch ripper
  • Fine steel pins
  • Tape measure
  • Tailors chalk
  • Large set square
  • Hand sewing needles
  • Paper scissors
  • Selotape

Students will need to purchase their own fabric during the course. This will be discussed with the tutor during the first week.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    1700 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 1700 GBP for the full programme during 14 days.
  • National

    1700 GBP/full
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 1700 GBP for the full programme during 14 days.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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