Start Your Own Fashion Label
For many designers, the ultimate goal is to launch their own fashion label — but great design skills and a polished Instagram feed are only part of the story. Building a successful brand takes a solid business foundation and a real understanding of how the fashion industry works behind the scenes. This workshop cuts through the noise, sharing practical insights and industry know-how that will help you make smarter decisions and give your label the best possible chance of success.
What You’ll Learn
The most successful fashion labels — both big and small — share the same foundations: a clear strategy and a well-structured business plan. This workshop breaks those essentials down into practical, achievable steps, giving you the tools to make informed decisions and build a label with purpose and longevity.
You’ll gain insight into how the fashion industry operates, learn how to define your brand and customer, understand production and costing realities, and develop a business framework that supports sustainable growth rather than guesswork.Suitable for all skill levels
What to Expect
This two-day workshop is delivered in a small group setting, allowing time for meaningful discussion, questions, and personalised guidance. You’ll work alongside like-minded designers in a supportive, collaborative environment, sharing ideas and learning from real-world examples. To get the most from the experience, participants are encouraged to engage actively with the content, reflect on their own goals and contribute to conversations throughout the worksho
Classes & Costs
Cost: $395
Format: 12-hour workshop delivered over 2 days, 9:30am – 4:00pm each day (includes 30-minute lunch break)
Upcoming 2026 dates:
8 & 15 February · 8 & 15 November
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Start Your Own Label | Workshop
You’ll gain a broad, practical understanding of what it takes to plan, launch and sustain a fashion label, covering both the creative and commercial sides of the industry. Topics are explored at a strategic level, giving you the knowledge needed to make informed decisions and build a strong foundation for your business.
Market assessment and the fashion cycle
Sizing and grading
Principles of design
Figure type and design analysis
Developing a range and continuity across seasons
Marketing strategies, including wholesale, retail, and online channels
Outsourcing design and production overseas
Introduction to specification drawing for technical packs
Technical packs and garment costing
Accounting and legal requirements
Cash flow and business funding requirements
References and resources