Shanghai International Fashion Education Center (SIFEC) recently concluded its 8-day “Future Designer” Camp for teenagers aged 8-16. The intensive program systematically developed participants' foundational fashion design skills through theory-practice integration.

The comprehensive curriculum guided students through the entire design process, from fashion illustration and creative fabric manipulation - including specialized wool felting and handloom techniques - to practicing intangible cultural heritage crafts like traditional Chinese knot buttons and mastering basic draping methods. Participants also received essential junior modeling training to prepare for the culminating event, where they confidently presented their self-designed haute couture dresses at the final showcase.

Through hands-on modules including mood board creation, material transformation and garment construction, students experienced the complete creative workflow from concept to runway. The graduation show impressed attendees with its display of distinctive personal aesthetics and original designs.

As part of SIFEC's recurring youth programming, this initiative provides professional fashion enlightenment education. The immersive curriculum helps students understand industry requirements while developing innovative thinking and practical abilities. SIFEC will continue curriculum optimization to better cultivate emerging talent for China's fashion industry.