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Our Spring/Fall 2026 cohort is a 6-month mentorship program designed to help you build a strong foundation toward a career in fashion. You’ll explore Black fashion history, sustainable fashion, and the business of fashion while developing essential skills like sewing, design, and pattern making. With alumni-led group projects, one-on-one mentorship, and career readiness events, you’ll gain the knowledge and connections to confidently build your career in fashion.

Join our waitlist today and be the first to receive the application when registration opens on September 15, 2025!

Program Overview

Spring/Fall 2026 Cohort

  • Schedule: Saturday & Sunday (choose between 9 AM–11 AM EST or 12 PM–2 PM EST)

    Foundational Courses

    • Intro to Fashion History: Learn about the rich contributions of Black creatives to the fashion industry, explore major movements, and understand how Black culture and innovation have shaped the fashion world today.

    • Industry Basics & Insights: Gain a comprehensive understanding of how the fashion industry operates, from key roles and career paths to the fundamentals of sustainable practices and the business of fashion. Explore how fashion brands are built, the importance of ethical production, and strategies for navigating this ever-evolving industry as an aspiring professional.

    Technical Skills Development

    • Sewing Techniques: Learn hand-sewing and machine-sewing fundamentals, from simple stitches to advanced techniques.

    • Design Techniques: Discover the process of creating original designs, focusing on sketching, mood boards, and visual storytelling.

    • Pattern Making: Understand the art of drafting patterns, making adjustments, and creating custom pieces from scratch.

    • Schedule: Sundays (choose between 9 AM–11 AM EST or 12 PM–2 PM EST)

    • Students will be assigned a fashion-related group project, where they’ll collaborate with peers under the guidance of a program alum. This will help them develop teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

  • Schedule: Weekly one-on-one sessions will be scheduled for up to one hour, based on the mutual availability of both the mentor and student.

    Students will work closely with their assigned mentors to hone their skills, reach specific goals, and gain personalized guidance throughout the program. A targeted development plan will be created to guide progress.

    • Workshops: A series of workshops led by industry professionals will provide hands-on insights into the fashion industry, covering a range of topics such as career development, business strategies, and sustainable fashion.

    • Expert Talks: Students will have the opportunity to meet and learn from seasoned fashion leaders, gaining valuable perspectives and advice from those with real-world experience.

    • Networking Mixers: Students will engage with fashion industry professionals and program alumni, building a network that will support their career development.

    • Graduation Ceremony: The program will conclude with a graduation ceremony on August 30, 2026.