FASHION TECHNOLOGY
An InsIghT B. D. Somani Institute of Art & Fashion Technology - India s Premium Design School celebrates 18 stylish years of Innovative Fashion. Along with strong academics, our focus has been on industrial interaction through guest seminars, technical & creative demonstrations and industrial visits. The Pearson BTEC Level HND & Pearson BTEC Level HNC certification from (Pearson UK) has extended our quality vocational education to meet International Standards with Global Recognition. Our Dynamic Alumni has successfully marked their creative niche. They are spearheading many creative mega-brands, designer labels and Retail giants. Our talent has been contributing to India's best Tarun Tahiliani, Manish Malhotra, Sabyasaachi, Rocky S., Vikram Phadnis, Neeta Lulla, Alok Industries, Mandhana Industries, Creative Garments, Future Group, Pantaloons, Shoppers Stop, Westside, Balaji Film, UTV production, Star TV to name few. Besides participating in the Hong Kong World Boutique, along with Mega Trade Fairs like CMAI, In Fashion, Indzyn etc. The Institute has proved its mettle in the highly competitive world of professional education. However, there still remains a vast gap, between the standards of competence we ve attained, and the levels of excellence we ve set for ourselves... A gap we hope to close, by drawing on the experience and expertise of an Advisory & Mentor Board comprising of outstanding industry professionals, under whose guidance and direction, the Institute can grow in stature and relevance to the industry needs and become a reservoir of trained manpower that the industry can readily draw on.
We are immensely glad and proud to have personalities of such calibre associated with us Advisory Board Ms. Archana Kochhar Ms. Krishna Mehta Ms. Meher Castelino Ms. Nisha KRS Jamwal Ms. Sangeeta Kathiwada Ms. Shaina N.C. Mr. Amit Goyal Mr. Asad Fakih Mr. Dipesh Shah (Gattubhai) Mr. Govind Shrikhande Mr. Harsh Bassi Mr. Mukul Kasliwal Mr. Paresh Gada Mr. Premal Udani Mr. Rahul Mehta Mr. Raju Shekhani - Designer - Designer - Fashion Columnist - Designer - Director, Melange - Designer, Golden Thimble - President, C.I.A.E. - Director, Naseem Creations - Director, Vishal Fashions Pvt. Ltd. - CEO, Shoppers Stop - Executive Director, Hakoba - Director, S. Kumars Nationwide Ltd. - Director, Aishwarya Design Studio Pvt. Ltd. - Chairman AEPC - President, Member Board of Trustees - C.M.A.I. - Chairman, Hakoba Form and Style characterised by current times Mentor Board Ms. Amy Billimoria Ms. Seema Kakkar Ms. Anita Dongre Ms. Shraddha Vora Ms. Babita Malkani Ms. Varija Bajaj Ms. Bhamini Subramaniam Ms. Vidhi Shah Ms. Deepa Medhekar Mr. Aniket Satam Ms. Geeta Castelino Mr. Azeem Khan Ms. Jasmine Shah Mr. C. Singh Ms. Meera Mahadevia Mr. Hugo D'souza Ms. Monica & Ms. Karishma Mr. James Ferreira Ms. Nisha Sagar Mr. Kuku Tacker Ms. Payal Singhal Mr. Mohan Sadhwani Ms. Preeti Jhawar Mr. Nimesh Parekh Ms. Priyadarshini Rao Mr. Riyaz Gangji Ms. Sandhya Shah Mr. Salman Malkani Ms. Sangita Chudiwala Mr. Vikram Phadnis At B. D. Somani Institute of Art & Fashion Technology we don't create just Fashion Graduates but Professional Entrepreneurs with Creative Solutions! 2
silhouettes THe AnnUAL FAsHION AWARDs nite Setting new standards of professionalism, turning dreams to reality is now a way of life at the Institute and in the process as a finale the designing skills are showcased at Silhouettes through the years an Avant Garde platform which brings together the Institutes young designers past and present along with their latest couture collections the trends, the style, the look, the attitude its all there for the fashion conscious. 3
AcROss The globe Alumni As an annual Fashion Forever Alumni initiative, we at B.D. Somani encourage our home-grown emerging designers to showcase their debut label offerings on global platform like the prestigious Hong Kong Fashion World Boutique, exclusively under 'International Desi' pavilion. B. D. Somani Institute of Art & Fashion Technology celebrates 18 Stylish years of Innovative Fashion. Each batch of dynamic young mind has redefined creative design innovation and quality par excellence. A Heart of traditionalism but with a forward Global approach it is breeding ground of fresh IDEAS which will change the FACE of modern dressing.
ABOUT PeARsOn Always Learning PEARSON Colours, shades, designs, patterns - in delicate balance Pearson is the UK s largest awarding body, offering academic and vocational qualifications and testing to more than 2,000 schools, colleges, employers and other places of learning in the UK and in over 100 countries worldwide. Qualifications include GCSE, AS and A level, NVQ and our BTEC suite of vocational qualifications from entry level to BTEC Higher National Diplomas, recognised by employers and higher education institutions worldwide. All of Pearsons qualifications are accredited and regulated by the Qualifications and Curriculum Development agency (QCDA) and office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual), a body of the UK government. On successful completion of your Pearson BTEC HND & HNC course you will receive a Diploma to certify that you have followed and completed the course in a recognized area of study. The qualification allows you to either apply for a top-up degree in the UK / US / Australia or you can directly step into your chosen career path.
Pearson BTEC Level HND Diploma in Fashion & Textiles (QCF) Eligibility : XII Std. Duration : 2 years No. Unit Title Credits Level 1 Visual Communication in Art and Design 2 Ideas Generation & Development in Art & Design 3 Contextual & Cultural Referencing in Art & Design Professional Practice in Art and Design Design Application in Textiles 6 Pattern Drafting in Fashion 7 Garment Manufacture 8 Drawing Techniques & Processes in Art & Design 9 Ideas in Context 10 Research Project 20 11 Design Application in Fashion 12 Research & Development for Fashion Design 13 Project Design Implementation & Evaluation 20 1 Fashion Promotion & Marketing Fashion Collection Realisation 16 Digital Image Creation & Development Total Credits 20 Summary of Grades: In order to achieve a pass in a unit. In order to achieve a merit in a unit. In order to achieve a distinction in a unit. All learning outcomes and associated assessment criteria have been met. Pass requirements achieved. All merit grade descriptors achieved. Pass and merit requirements achieved. All distinction grade descriptors achieved. You must achieve at least a minimum of a Pass grade in all assignments to successfully complete the programme.
Pearson BTEC Level HNC Diploma in Fashion & Textiles (QCF) Eligibility : XII Std. Duration : 1 year No. Unit Title Credits Level 1 Visual Communication in Art and Design 2 Ideas Generation & Development in Art & Design 3 Contextual & Cultural Referencing in Art & Design Professional Practice in Art and Design Design Application in Textiles 6 Pattern Drafting in Fashion 7 Garment Manufacture 8 Drawing Techniques & Processes in Art & Design 9 Ideas in Context 10 Research Project 20 11 Design Application in Fashion 12 Research & Development for Fashion Design Total Credits 18 Summary of Grades: In order to achieve a pass in a unit. In order to achieve a merit in a unit. In order to achieve a distinction in a unit. All learning outcomes and associated assessment criteria have been met. Pass requirements achieved. All merit grade descriptors achieved. Pass and merit requirements achieved. All distinction grade descriptors achieved. You must achieve at least a minimum of 120 credits to successfully complete the programme.
Modules Covered Fashion Designing Fashion History Textiles n Textures Colour Study Embroidery Designing Fashion Drawing Pattern Drafting Draping Garment Manufacturing Sampling and Product Development Merchandising Visual Merchandising Quality Management and Cost Accounting Marketing Fundamentals Advertising / Branding Retailing - Fundamentals Supply Chain Management Trends Forecasting Import / Export Finance Management Digital Applications Project Studies Workshops and Field Visits Participation in the Annual Fashion Show 100 % guarantee on choice placements offered by B.D. Somani Institute of Art & Fashion Technology * Conditions apply
FAsHIOn & BeyOnD career OPPORTUniTies DESIGNERS/ MERCHANDISERS DESIGNER/ STYLIST RETAIL MANAGERS & STORE MANAGERS FASHION CONSULTANTS FASHION BUYERS VISUAL MERCHANDISERS FASHION CO-ORDINATORS GRAPHIC DESIGNERS FASHION JOURNALIST BRAND MANAGERS 100 % guarantee on choice placements offered by B.D. Somani Institute of Art & Fashion Technology * Conditions apply
is an initiative to RECYCLE Textile Wastage & Export Surplus Shirts & converting them into kids wear for the underprivileged (Salam Balak). Initiative Supported By: FASHION FOR A CAUSE In this dynamic fashion universe, we as a design school consciously focus on inculcating sustainable approaches in every individual at every level. From smallest of boutique shop, faceless tailoring units to big industrial factories and textile manufacturers. we collect season old swatches, post production waste, surplus exports to manufacture one of a kind kids apparel for the underprivileged children. DECONSTRUCT RECONSTRUCT Witnessing our effort of love, this social initiative is being supported by the prestigious C.M.A.I. (Clothing Manufacturers Association of India). Apart from local orphanages, we are associated with Salaam Balak Foundation - New Delhi through C.M.A.I., in sharing this spirit of Recycling Happiness and the passion of gifting. 10
WORKSHOPS Fashion Shows Accessory Designing Styling Seminars Exhibitions Trade Fairs Industry Visits Fashion Photography In this inspiring arena, B.D. Somani Institute of Art & Fashion woos the next generation fashion addicts with its vast knowledge bank and hands on working environment. Cresting careers out of classrooms, the institute exposes the infantile ambitions to rigorous curriculums power packed with subject centric workshops, seminars, industry visits and much more, thus providing a platform for many Designer Dreams to see reality. Society of Dyers & Colourists : SDC generously share the spectrum of color knowledge through interactive training programs, sducational seminars, industrial visits, panel discussions, etc enlightening the future designers about impact and importance of colors. Hoping to create such proficient academia for its young entrants year after year, the institute enthuses itself in being a complete fashion breeding ground.
TREN DS FORECASTING WITH PROMOSTYL DIGITAL PRINTING WITH SDC SURFACE ENHANCEMENT TECHNIQUES INTERNATIONAL EMBROIDERY DESIGNING DESIGN COMPETITION WITH INTERNATIONAL DESIGNER MICHELLE B INTERNATIONAL RETAIL MARKET TREND IMPORTANCE OF COLOURS IN FASHION 12
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celebrating 18 stylish years A memorable fashion walkthrough witnessing global, nature, art and culture as inspirations. The B. D. Somani Institute of Art & Fashion is dynamic and progressive and has proved its mettle in the highly competitive world of professional education. The leitmotif of the Institute has been a striving for excellence. Wendell Rodriques Hemant Trivedi Indzyn 201 debuted its premier edition in the heart of the fashion pulse - Surat. It was all about the much awaited Grande finale presented by the Badshah of Bollywood fashion - Mr. Manish Malhotra himself! Riyaz Gangji & James Feriera Ayushman Khurana The cutting edge has been the creativity, strength and determination that have helped it thrive under competition. Shaina N. C. John Abraham 1
fashion technology OffeRs courses... INTERNATIONAL DIPLOMA Diploma in FASHION & TEXTILE PEARSON BTEC LEVEL HND (HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA) Eligiblity : Std XII Duration : 2 Years Diploma in FASHION & TEXTILE PEARSON BTEC LEVEL HNC (HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE) Eligiblity : Std XII Duration : 1 Year G. D. Somani Memorial School Cuffe Parade. Mumbai - 00 00. Ms. Raju Bhatia (H.O.D.) - 98200 6669 Tel. : 2218 8818, 22 731 extn. 729/ 733 Website : www.bdsomani.com Email : raju@bdsomani.com