The Fashion Buying and Merchandising course is an introductory fashion buying course encompassing the foundations that are necessary to succeed as a fashion buyer in today's competitive environment.

The Fashion Buying & Merchandising course (advanced certificate) covers a concise range of modules ensuring students gain a practical insight into the world of fashion buying and merchandising.

The Fashion Design course is a 2 year course focusing on the core elements of design from drawing through to communication and computer illustration, providing a great introduction to the world of fashion. Students will learn the fundamental day to day operations of fashion design encompassing fabric selection, design process and arts and crafts.

Fashion is a multi-billion euro global industry offering a range of career options for creative individuals with a flair for design. However, as fashion becomes more and more corporate driven, there is an increased need for professionals who are aware of the business climate of this industry and understand the mechanics behind it.

The rapid expansion of the fashion industry internationally has created a demand for highly skilled managers and executives educated with a particular understanding of the needs of fashion businesses. Year two of Portobello Institute’s Fashion Management programmes course develops graduates who can respond to these needs. This course is presented as a Business Management programme from a fashion perspective, covering all the essential elements necessary to groom graduates for management positions within the fashion industry, from value to high-end markets.

On the Millinery course students will learn the technical skills for blocking and shaping straw and felt hats, as well as learning how to plan and make basic patterns for fabric hats. Milliners design and create hats; they work with a wide variety of materials from straw and paper to velvets and silks. Millinery is a highly skilled craft requiring a steady hand, attention to detail and precise working.

In their advisory role to designers and retailers, fashion merchandisers are required to constantly keep their fingers to the pulse of one of the world's fastest moving industries. By tracking and analysing market trends it is their job to recommend to their employers the next direction to take in line with upcoming style shifts. As a fashion buyer your job will be to attend shows held in the fashion capitals of the world, forecast trends, buy the right clothes at the right time, whilst at the same time always ensuring profits and growth for the company.

Fashion Marketing is the business that moves the world's fashions from designers' showrooms to the retail floor and into the hands of consumers. This Fashion Marketing course will prepare students for a career in the retail and wholesale fashion industry. Students will understand the role of fashion media as an important tool of communication, identifying the main channels of fashion media and the most effective promotional mix for a specific line of merchandise. Focusing on behind-the-scenes operations, students learn the importance of planning, branding, marketing, advertising and public relations in the fashion industry.

The part time Fashion Design course introduces the principles of the fashion design process from concept to the finished product. Students will explore visual research, developing ideas into creative and innovative fashion designs.

This Garment Construction course will allow students to gain skills in the practical element of garment assembly through knowledge of fabric, cutting and stitching.

Milliners design and create hats, they work with a wide variety of materials from straw and paper to velvets and silks. Millinery is a highly skilled craft requiring a steady hand, attention to detail and precise working. The work of the Milliner extends to other forms of fashionable head wear. The Milliner needs to have a good knowledge of fashion trends and an excellent understanding of fabrics, design and shape is also important.

The Retail Display course is hands-on and practical. Have a look at the exhibition photos of what past students of the Retail Display course have done. Like them, you too will learn how to create eye-catching visual Retail Displays that inspire the consumer to want more...

Make Up Artists are becoming more and more in demand in the Irish and International Entertainment and Cosmetic industries. Portobello Institute's Make Up Artistry courses combine the technical skill set required with internationally recognised rewards, to give you the opportunity to work in the many challenging aspects and the diverse world of Make Up Artists.

The Portobello Make Up Artist course covers the ITEC syllabus for Facial Make Up and modules 1 and 2 of the Fashion, Theatre and Media Make Up course, omitting Special Effects. The ITEC exam is optional.

The Fashion Theatre and Media Make Up course is exclusively tailored to cover every aspect of Fashion, Theatre, TV, Film and Special Effects Make Up. The addition of the Special Effects module provides you with the ability to work in specialised areas of theatre, TV, and film.

ITEC created this Make Up course for those working in salons, pharmacies or for those seeking a qualification to complement a beauty qualification.

This advanced Make Up Artist course has been designed to meet the increasing demand from past students and trained makeup artists who wish to learn a higher standard of makeup. If you are interested in creating Theatrical and Fantasy characters for strong editorial, TV or Film then this is the make up artist course for you.

Do you want to learn new beauty and make up tricks that will make you look stunning everyday? Do you want to master the tricks of perfect make up application just like your favourite celebs with minimum effort? Then this is the beauty & make up course for you. This fun two week make up course aimed at teens is the ideal short course for those who want to look their best for little cost and maximum impact.

The Special Effects Make Up course is specially designed for the already established Make Up artist looking to upskill into an alternative area of Make Up. The course will start at beginner level and run through all the products, ingredients and materials used within today’s Special FX industry. You will meet a variety of highly trained Special FX tutors who are actively working professionally within the TV and Film Industry.

The Hair Styling course offers intensive training in hair styling for the camera such as fashion events, editorial photoshoots and weddings. Students who take this course typically have no experience in hair or may already have some experience and wish to refresh their skill base.

The Introduction to Hat Making course is a 1 week course that introduces the learner to the foundations required for hat making and design. You will learn to work with a wide variety of materials and shapes creating hats and head pieces. This highly skilled millinery craft requires a steady hand and attention to detail. You will explore a wide range of media and materials and experiment with these to produce a variety of hat designs. Learners should have a good knowledge of fashion trends and an excellent understanding of fabrics, design and shape.

Do you want to learn more about make up and all the tips and tricks to look fabulous every day? The Personal Make Up course is aimed at those who want to master professional make up application for personal use. You will learn how to choose and apply the right shade of foundation, how to make the most of your features and how to blend and accentuate cheek bones just like the professionals. You will learn about skin products and brands from high end to high street bargains. You will also learn about colours and fashion trends and how to dress for your shape. Our experienced make up artists and stylists will guide you and show you how to achieve flawless looks with confidence.

Learn to apply your make up perfectly and look your best for the coming months. This 3 hour masterclass gives you a real insight into make up application and shows you how to enhance your features.   It is suitable for anyone looking to improve their personal make up techniques or for those looking to get a "taste" of the industry.

This intensive Fashion Design course is held over 8 days. You will work from a set brief to research and develop ideas for fashion garments. There will be workshops in figure drawing and illustration and talks on marketing and collection structure. You will learn the basics of Fashion Design including inspiration, research, developing your ideas and portfolio presentation. You will be introduced to different fabrics exploring their suitability and function within fashion garments. The short Fashion Design course is suitable for beginners as well as those with some previous experience.

The Visual Display 3 day course is ideal for those who want to develop a career in this area as it introduces the learner to the basic elements required to create eye catching retail displays.

Do you have a creative eye and wish to learn basis skills in accessory design and making?  The Fashion Accessory Design course is suitable for someone who is looking to complement their fashion design studies or those who are new to the area and want to explore textiles and accessories. No previous sewing or pattern experience is required. There will be an emphasis on recycled material and fastenings, using textile stores, second hand shops and markets throughout Dublin.

Fascinators are fast becoming the popular alternative to formal hats. The 1 day Fascinator course is ideal for those who are looking to explore accessory design, or for those who wish to design and make their own head piece for any occasion. The Fascinator course introduces you to the skills and techniques involved in producing elegant fascinator designs. You will explore various fabric and trimming options from feathers, ribbons and netting, adapting them to your design. This course caters for all abilities from beginners through to experienced sewers.

Portobello Institute's Interior Design course has been designed with the help of professional interior designers and architects and focusses on Residential Interior Design.

The interior design course will provide you with a solid understanding of all the key features of interior design - colour mixing, texture, 3D effects, materials, lighting, space planning, drafting and includes a portfolio presentation using the work you complete during the course year.

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