Today we are going to be answering what should a Fashion Portfolio include. We will include top 5 layout steps to present your portfolio n the most professional way.
What Should a Fashion Portfolio Include- Step-by-Step Video Explanation
How should I create a Fashion Portfolio?
Step 1: Scan all your hand-drawn sketches individually using a scanner or ‘ scanner pro’ app from the app store.
Step 2: Upload your sketches into a computer graphic program of your choice.
Step 3: Layout your designs 4 to a page in landscape orientation.
Step 4: Additionally Give your collection or range a name, and list the season.
Step 5: Compile a storyboard or mood board for your collection showing images that have inspired your collection. It can be textures, moods, fabrics, or anything that has influenced your design ideas.
Step 6: Select 4-6 Pantone colours for your collection
Step 7: Find images of the fabrics that you will use in your collection. Use the images of the texture of the fabric.
Step 8: Compile a ‘Technical drawing’ for at least 2 garments in your collection showing construction details of your garment, including the fabric details.
Step 9: Include additional artwork at the back of your portfolio to show additional skills. These include items such as adobe illustrator artwork, or your fashion styling skills perhaps.
Step 10: Make sure to include your contact details on your portfolio both your full name, email and phone number.
Ideal Amount of Pages a Fashion Portfolio Should Have
Your portfolio should be around 20 pages, including a minimum of 16 outfits, and at least 2 seperate ranges or collections.
How Many Designs Should I Include in My Portfolio?
A fashion design portfolio should include your latest work, and it should contain a minimum of around 16 outfits, up to around 30.
By definition of outfits- this could include several garments. So if you include 16 outfits, it could very well be around 20 different garments. ( as some may be a top and a skirt- as opposed to just a dress.)
In addition, try to include at least 2-4 different collection themes in your portfolio. For example collection theme # 1 could include 8 complete outfits, and collection theme #2 could have another 8 outfits, equaling a total of around 16 outfits as a minimum.
When it comes to your portfolio- less is more, so only include your strongest work. For example don’t throw in old work that you aren’t proud of- just to make your portfolio larger. Accordingly only include your best work.
How Do I Create a Digital Fashion Portfolio?
Steps to Create a Digital Fashion Portfolio
There are many graphic design programs you can use to upload and layout your fashion portfolio. For example- Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Powerpoint or Corel Draw. In the tutorial in the video above we have used an online graphic program called ‘Canva’.
Laying out your portfolio can take hours and even days- to re-arrange objects on a page to look aesthetically pleasing. All in all to make it easier for students- we have created a ‘Drag and Drop’ Fashion Portfolio template that is used online. Simply upload your images and drag them into a portfolio layout quickly! This therefore is a great template for those who need to do a portfolio quickly – or who need a hand to get a professional layout. You can get our Fashion Portfolio Template Download here: https://success.lamodecollege.com/fashionportfoliotemplate
Do you need a Portfolio for Fashion Design?
Yes absolutely! A Fashion Portfolio is often a requirement to get into fashion school, or a major fashion college or University. A Fashion Portfolio is basically required when applying for a fashion design position- as a junior designer or a senior designer.
I hope you found this video helpful! You can download our Fashion Portfolio Template Here:
