Programme: FMR Summer School | Fashion Minority Report

FMR Summer School

The FMR Summer School, in collaboration with the Fashion Retail Academy, provides young people aged 14-17 with the opportunity to get hands-on with the fashion industry and creative sector, across 3 days of interactive learning and workshops during the summer holiday.

Over the three days you will focus on a broad range of interesting topics that include sustainability to up-cycling, graphic design to marketing and even international fashion design.

“As an ex student of the FRA, it’s exciting to collaborate with the teaching staff and support a new wave of diverse talent who come from often underrepresented communities. It’s important that anyone and everyone can see a future career in this industry”

Daniel Peters, Founder, (Fashion) Minority Report

Hosted at the Fashion Retail Academy campus in central London, the programme will feature brand our partner ASOS who has helped to make the programme a reality.

There are up to 20 places available per week for you to attend:

Week One 25th-27th July 2023

Week Two 1st-3rd August 2023

Please read on to find an example of last years 3 day curriculum, and details of how you can apply!

Day 1: Session 1 – An introduction to fashion design with British Fashion Council

Time 9:30am – 12:00pm

Learn the fundamentals of how a fashion designer develops the clothes that you buy from one of the worlds most loved brands. You’ll get to learn about the key roles of the design studio team who take part in the design and development process, and have a better understanding of the different roles that you could play in the fashion industry.

During the session, students will develop their own collection moodboard that allows them to produce a theme, gather references and research, and end up with sketches which showcase their design flair and skill.

LUNCH BREAK

Day 1: Session 2 – An introduction to up-cycling with ASOS

Time 1pm – 4pm

We all love to look ready for the runway with our outfit choices, but what cost does it have on the planet? In this hands-on session, students will learn about how sustainable fashion practices can make our clothing choices kinder to the environment.

During the workshop, students will have a chance to create their own look, using repurposed items of clothing and fabric from our crafty tool kit, that they can take home at the end of the day.

DAY ONE COMPLETE

Day 2: Session 1 – Marketing Magic with FARFETCH

Time 9:30am – 12pm

In this session we’ll take attendees through the different stages of marketing a fashion brand, and introduce the group to the different people and teams who are part of the process.

During the session students will get the opportunity to work together as a team and develop their own fashion advertising campaign using tools and tips from the professionals.

LUNCH BREAK

Day 2: Session 2 – Creating a Visual Display with BROWNS

Time 1pm – 4pm

A physical store is a great way to excite customers about the products that you offer, but you need to develop an environment that creates retail theatre and encourages them to become fans of what you offer.

With the support of our partner Browns, we will take you through the process of developing an eye catching space, before you have the opportunity to apply your new found skills to our Visual Experience challenge, where you’ll respond to a brief and create a mood board.

DAY TWO COMPLETE

Day 3: Session 1

Time 9:30am – 11am

Details to be announced soon.

Day 3: Graduation

Time 11:15am – 12pm

To celebrate your success and learnings over the past 2 days, we’ll host a short get together where we’ll hand out certificates.

To apply for your chance to become one of 20 students per week, please follow this link to complete the application by the deadline on 2nd July 2023