fashion | 383 Design Studio

Mikelle Drew

Aug 9, 20234 min read

If you're starting a clothing brand, you NEED a strategy!

If you're starting a clothing business, you need to build a strategy first.

What is a flat sketch and why are they important?

Mikelle Drew

May 17, 20233 min read

What is a flat sketch and why are they important?

While a fashion illustration conveys a mood, a flat sketch should be 2 dimensional and show every detail of your design.

28 Days of Black Fashion History: Helen Williams

Mikelle Drew

Feb 10, 20232 min read

28 Days of Black Fashion History: Helen Williams

Helen Williams is the first African American model to cross over into mainstream media. A pioneer in the world of modeling, Helen...

What is the BOM for a Fashion Tech Pack?

Mikelle Drew

Jul 28, 20224 min read

What is the BOM for a Fashion Tech Pack?

A BOM , or bill of materials, is crucial for a fashion tech pack. It lists all the materials in the garment and helps get accurate costing.

8 Productivity Tips for Fashion Sketching in Illustrator

Mikelle Drew

Jul 20, 20226 min read

8 Productivity Tips for Fashion Sketching in Illustrator

If you're a designer using illustrator for fashion design, it's a good idea to learn to be as productive as possible.

Clo3d vs Browzwear | Which 3d fashion design software should I learn?

Mikelle Drew

Jul 13, 20226 min read

Clo3d vs Browzwear | Which 3d fashion design software should I learn?

A lot of designers want to learn 3d fashion design software. But there is a lot of confusion around which software they should learn.

Mikelle Drew

Jul 6, 20223 min read

What is CAD Fashion Design?

“What is CAD Fashion Design?” Most people know what it stands for but don't really know what CAD is. This blog will explain it.

Mikelle Drew

Jun 29, 20221 min read

Why you NEED a Fashion Tech Pack

If you plan to use a factory or manufacturer to make samples or produce your designs, you need to know how to create a tech pack.

Mikelle Drew

Jun 22, 20227 min read

Want to be a more sustainable fashion brand? Here's 5 methods!

There are a lot of newer and smaller brands that want to be more sustainable. Here are 5 affordable, small business-friendly ways to do it!

Creative Fashion Industry Careers You Can Do (If You Don’t Want to be a Designer)

Mikelle Drew

Jun 15, 20226 min read

Creative Fashion Industry Careers You Can Do (If You Don’t Want to be a Designer)

There are more creative jobs in the fashion industry than designer. Here are 7 alternatives that allow you to flex your creative muscle.

So, why SHOULD you go to fashion school?

Mikelle Drew

Dec 13, 20215 min read

So, why SHOULD you go to fashion school?

Though there are ways to start a fashion brand without it, here are 5 benefits to going to fashion school.

10 Must-Have iPad Apps for Fashion Designers in 2023

Mikelle Drew

Aug 4, 20212 min read

10 Must-Have iPad Apps for Fashion Designers in 2023

Are you a fashion designer looking for the best iPad apps to enhance your creativity? This list of 10 must-have apps will help you!

The Art of the Fashion Hustle: How to Find a Fashion Job

Mikelle Drew

Mar 18, 20219 min read

The Art of the Fashion Hustle: How to Find a Fashion Job

Today’s fashion job search can sometimes feel like a hostile environment. Here are some tips to help you find your next fashion gig!

28 Days of Black Fashion History: Dorothea Church

Mikelle Drew

Feb 11, 20213 min read

28 Days of Black Fashion History: Dorothea Church

As with many of the Black models in the 50's and 60's, Dorothea Church (Dorothea Towles during her early modeling days) broke barriers....

Mikelle Drew

Jun 5, 20203 min read

How Can Fashion Schools Stay Relevant?

Discover what fashion schools can do to remain at the forefront of the industry and provide relevant courses for their students.

What is a Tech Pack in Fashion and Why You Need One

Mikelle Drew

Jan 17, 20193 min read

What is a Tech Pack in Fashion and Why You Need One

A tech pack is an essential tool in the fashion industry. Learn what it is and why you need one in this informative post.