What You'll Learn

This training focuses on the skills and understanding technical designers use every day — grounded in real industry experience.

 

Rather than overwhelming participants with rigid structures, topics are introduced clearly and explored collaboratively within a small group setting. The goal is to build confidence, clarity, and sound technical judgment over time.

 

What We’ll Cover

Technical Design Foundations

• Understanding the role of technical design within the product lifecycle

• Navigating responsibilities across design, production, and merchandising

• Translating design intent into clear, usable specifications

 

Measurements, Specs & Fit Standards

• Establishing consistent measurement points

• Creating and maintaining clear spec sheets

• Understanding tolerance, grading logic, and size scalability

• Catching spec issues early

 

Fit Evaluation & Troubleshooting

• Conducting calm, productive fit sessions

• Identifying the root cause of fit issues

• Communicating corrections clearly and confidently

• Understanding when challenges stem from design, pattern, or construction

 

Garment Construction & Materials

• Understanding how construction impacts fit

• Evaluating fabric behavior and limitations

• Navigating cost, quality, and feasibility decisions

 

Tech Packs & Factory Communication

• Creating clear, easy-to-follow tech packs

• Writing comments that reduce back-and-forth

• Managing revisions with clarity

 

Production Readiness & Problem Solving

• Preparing styles for bulk production

• Identifying potential issues early

• Supporting production without unnecessary stress

 

Small Group Learning Experience

All learning takes place in live small groups, allowing for real-time questions, discussion, and shared problem-solving in a supportive, professional environment.