Fashion Design & Illustration with Phoebe (Phuong Nguyen)
Taught by an industry professional with real experience—from luxury fashion houses to running her own label.
Ready to elevate your fashion design skills? This course is led by Phoebe (Phuong Nguyen)—a Parsons School of Design graduate, experienced fashion designer, and successful creative entrepreneur. With a career that includes working at Theory, Revolve, Rhude, and Fendi, Phoebe brings both high-end industry insight and hands-on artistic expertise to every lesson.
As the founder of phuongstudios and Wishfulinvite (both Etsy Star Seller shops with over 1,200+ illustration toolkit sales), and the creator behind her own fashion label, Phoebe knows exactly what it takes to succeed—whether you're applying to fashion school, building your portfolio, or launching a brand of your own.
Why This Class is Different:
Taught by a Parsons grad + brand founder with real-world fashion experience
Guidance from someone who’s built a career in both corporate fashion and indie entrepreneurship
Focused on creating a professional-level portfolio—for college, jobs, or your own label
Learn the exact techniques used in industry design rooms
What You’ll Learn:
How to draw 9-head fashion figures with fluidity and confidence
Garment detailing, stylized poses, and fabric rendering techniques
Visual storytelling and moodboarding
How to build a cohesive collection and compelling portfolio
Tips on how to stand out in school applications, job interviews, or pitch decks
Who's It For:
Students applying to fashion colleges
Beginners looking to learn fashion sketching from scratch
Creators ready to launch their own fashion line
Designers who want to upgrade their portfolio and storytelling skills
More About Phoebe:
Visit phuongstudios.com to explore Phoebe’s work, tools, and creative journey.
Instagram: @phuongstudios
TikTok: @phuongstudios
As a recognized Etsy Star Seller and illustrator for luxury brands, Phoebe is passionate about helping the next generation of designers build with purpose, precision, and personality.
I believe a strong portfolio doesn’t just show your skills — it tells your story. In Portfolio Power, you’ll create more than just pretty sketches. You’ll build a complete, intentional body of work that reflects your vision, process, and growth — everything top fashion schools want to see.
Whether you’re just starting out or fine-tuning for submission, this course is tailored to you. With professional guidance, hands-on exercises, and real feedback, we’ll turn your ideas into a standout portfolio that makes an impression.
IN THIS COURSE, YOU’LL:
Learn to create mood boards, color palettes, and fabric boards
Develop strong fashion figures, garment sketches, and design details
Build a mini collection complete with CADs, flats, and construction notes
Understand and optionally create a tech pack for one of your looks
Receive critiques and review peer portfolios to sharpen your eye
See real student examples to guide and inspire your growth
Craft a powerful personal statement to stand out in your application
Leave with a ready-to-submit portfolio, or a solid foundation to build on
This course is flexible to your goals — whether you’re applying to fashion school, starting a brand, or simply building confidence in your creative identity.
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