Overview
Step into the prestigious world of haute couture craftsmanship with this intensive 5-day immersion into the refined art of luxury embellishment. This hands-on course explores the exquisite decoration techniques that define haute couture, from the legendary ateliers of Paris to contemporary luxury fashion houses.
Under the guidance of a master embroiderer with years of industry experience, students will discover the meticulous artistry behind couture’s most coveted details. The program offers an authentic atelier experience, blending centuries-old traditions with contemporary applications, where precision meets creativity and every stitch tells a story of exceptional craftsmanship.
This intensive workshop provides a rare opportunity to work with premium materials and learn techniques typically reserved for the world’s most exclusive fashion houses, including the intricate Luneville embroidery method favored by maisons.
Highlights
- Master Traditional Techniques: Learn featherwork, hand embroidery, and the prestigious Luneville beading method used in Parisian couture houses
- Premium Materials: Work exclusively with high-end materials including luxury threads, precious beads, and artisanal feathers
- Industry Expert Instruction: Receive personalized guidance from a professional master embroiderer with extensive couture experience
- Authentic Atelier Experience: Immerse yourself in the focused, detail-oriented environment of a traditional embellishment workshop
- Hands-on Portfolio Development: Create unique, textile samples that showcase your newly acquired skills
Who it's for
This course is aimed at creative individuals who aspire to hone and perfect their embellishment skills.Â
Skills
- Precision hand embroidery techniques for luxury textiles
- Professional featherwork application and finishing
- Hand beading with needle and advanced Luneville hook demonstrations
- Material recognition and selection for high-end embellishment projects
- Attention to detail
- Understanding of texture, color, and dimensional design principles
- Traditional finishing techniques that ensure longevity and durability
- Development of personal embellishment aesthetic within couture traditions
- Problem-solving skills for complex decorative challenges
- Ability to interpret design concepts into tactile embellishment solutions
- Understanding of how embellishment enhances garment silhouette and movement
Outcomes
Upon completion of this intensive program, students will possess a comprehensive foundation in haute couture embellishment techniques. Students will have created a portfolio of sophisticated textile samples demonstrating their mastery of traditional and contemporary embellishment methods.
Certificates
Students will receive Polimoda’s Official Certificate of Attendance, validating their specialized training in haute couture embellishment techniques and strengthening their credentials for entry into the luxury fashion sector.
The course culminates with a collection of hand-crafted samples that can serve as both portfolio pieces and testament to the precision craftsmanship achieved during this intensive workshop experience.
Requirements
Application requirements are:
- English language proficiency