3-Month Men’s Wear Program
Modern Men’s Native Wear, Kaftans, Shirts, Trousers & Casual Fashion
What You’ll Achieve
Program Objectives
01
Understand men’s body measurements and fitting
02
Draft and construct men’s kaftans professionally
03
Sew modern senator styles and casual outfits
04
Construct shirts and trousers
05
Apply professional finishing techniques
06
Work with different fabrics for menswear
07
Add creative design details and embellishments
08
Price and market menswear products
09
Build a mini menswear collection
Weekly Breakdown
Program Outline
Introduction to Men’s Fashion & Sewing Fundamentals
Focus Area
Tools and equipment, Sewing machine operation and maintenance, Fabric types for kaftans and casual wear, Understanding grain lines and fabric behaviour, Basic sewing techniques
Assignment
Create sewing samples portfolio
Men’s Measurements & Basic Pattern Drafting
Focus Area
Taking accurate male body measurements, Ease allowance and fitting principles, Introduction to pattern drafting, Drafting basic bodice block for men
Assignment
Draft full basic men’s bodice pattern
Basic Kaftan Construction
Focus Area
Introduction to kaftan styles, Simple round-neck kaftan drafting, Cutting techniques Basic sleeve drafting
Assignment
Sew a complete basic kaftan
Senator Style Kaftans
Focus Area
Senator neckline variations, Plackets and concealed openings, Design adaptation Styling and finishing
Assignment
Complete senator outfit
Advanced Shirt Construction
Focus Area
Long sleeve shirts, Sleeve plackets, Shirt cuffs, Yokes and structured finishing
Assignment
Sew a long-sleeve shirt
Trouser Drafting & Construction
Focus Area
Men’s trouser measurements, Waistbands and fly zippers, Trouser fitting, Pocket styles
Assignment
Construct tailored casual trousers
Shorts & Casual Sets
Focus Area
Drafting shorts, Drawstring trousers, Fabric combinations and styling
Assignment
Produce a matching casual set
Advanced Kaftan Designs
Focus Area
Layered kaftans, Two-tone designs, Embroidery placement, Luxury finishing methods
Assignment
Create a premium kaftan design
Creative Design & Fashion Trends
Focus Area
Modern menswear trends, Fashion illustration basics, Combining African and western styles, Client customization
Assignment
Create a mini menswear collection sketchbook
Branding & Fashion Business
Focus Area
Pricing menswear, Branding and packaging, social media marketing, Client management, Building a fashion business
Assignment
Develop a simple business plan for a menswear brand
Branding & Fashion Business
Focus Area
Pricing menswear, Branding and packaging, social media marketing, Client management, Building a fashion business
Final Project
Develop a simple business plan for a menswear brand
Final Collection & Graduation Project
Focus Area
2 kaftans, 1 senator outfit, 1 casual shirt, 1 trouser or complete casual set
Final Project
Develop a simple business plan for a menswear brand