Mikelle Drew
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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....
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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.
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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.
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