Fashion Styling explores the theories, principles, and practices behind creating compelling visual narratives through clothing, accessories, and overall presentation. Students develop their own fashion philosophy and learn how to translate creative ideas into styling concepts that communicate a distinct point of view, respond to a specific audience, and serve a clear creative direction.
The course introduces students to the different applications of fashion styling, from editorial and brand marketing to television and film. Through insights from industry practitioners, including fashion stylists and professionals working in brand marketing and screen styling, students gain a broader understanding of the profession, its creative possibilities, and the realities of working in the industry.
The course culminates in a magazine editorial project, where students apply their learning to develop and execute a cohesive styling concept. From establishing the creative direction to selecting and coordinating looks, students gain practical experience in translating their ideas into a finished visual story, building a foundation for future work in fashion styling and editorial production.
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MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION:
Classes are conducted primarily in English.
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SCHEDULE:
Face to Face - Wednesdays | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | February 24, 2027 – June 23, 2027
NOTE: Class schedules may change without prior notice. Our Admissions Office will be in touch with enrolled students for any updates or changes to this class schedule.
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COURSE OUTLINE:
- Week 1: Introduction to Fashion Styling
- Week 2: Evolution of Fashion Styling, Developing a Style Identity, and Styling Ethics and Etiquette
- Week 3: Portfolio Development and Introduction to Pre-Production and Shoot Conceptualization
- Week 4: Understanding Fashion Magazines, Editorials, and Industry Terminology
- Week 5: Developing and Producing a Fashion Editorial
- Week 6: Fashion Styling Through the Decades
- Week 7: Fashion Storytelling and Visual Narratives
- Week 8: Midterm Assessment
- Week 9: The Business of Fashion
- Week 10: Print Advertising and Fashion Campaigns: Principles and Best Practices
- Week 11: Costing and Budgeting for Fashion Businesses
- Week 12: Introduction to Fashion Retail
- Week 13: Introduction to Production Styling
- Week 14: Introduction to Ethical and Sustainable Fashion
- Week 15: Styling for Different Clients and Introduction to Celebrity Styling
- Weeks 16–17: Final Project Preparation, Consultations, and Refinement
- Week 18: Final Project Presentation
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MATERIALS NEEDED:
- Desktop/Laptop
- Black Clear Book
- Small Illustration Boards for Moodboards
- Styling Kit (Contents to be taught in class; No need to purchase bag; Will make do with what is available at home)
- Clothes Rack (Can improvise with what is available at home)
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PAYMENT TERMS:
For your convenience, SoFA accepts credit and debit cards, GCash, GrabPay, Maya, and Buy Now, Pay Later installment plans through BillEase and Atome, available via PayMongo at checkout.
- Full Payment
- Upon Enrollment: PHP 28,128.46
- 12-Part Installment Plan (via Bukas)
- Your monthly payment amount will be computed and reflected in your account on the Bukas website or app. If you select this installment plan, please choose “Bukas Tuition Installment Plan” as your payment method upon checkout. Bukas Tuition Installment Plan