Online Microcertificate in The Art of Bespoke Tailoring
Beyond fashion, clothing can be a lasting work of art. ASU FIDM’s online graduate microcertificate in the art of bespoke tailoring at Arizona State University teaches you how to handcraft garments using techniques rooted in Savile Row tradition. In this program, you’ll grow into a trained artisan who’s skilled in creative design and hand stitching garments with a unique pattern, fit, style and embellishments.
Quick facts
Next start date: 01/11/2027
Total classes: 3
Weeks per class: 15
Total credit hours: 9
What is a bespoke tailoring microcertificate?
What is a microcertificate?
A microcertificate is a graduate certificate that takes 9-14 credit hours to complete and offers a seamless pathway to quickly gain expertise in a targeted area. You may also be able to apply the credits you earn from a microcertificate toward a graduate degree. Speak with an enrollment coach for more information.
Bespoke training courses
Throughout the microcertificate, you’ll measure, draft patterns, cut fabric and hand-stitch a custom blazer from start to finish as one culminating project. Coursework in the three 15-week bespoke tailoring classes emphasizes precision tailoring techniques, fabric theory and hands-on fitting experience.
What can you do with a bespoke tailoring microcertificate?
Bespoke tailoring is experiencing a resurgence in popularity as a counterpoint to the unsustainable, fast-fashion industry. You’ll complete this program with the expertise to meet the need for artisans specially trained in this craft. Opportunities in the industry include Savile Row apprenticeships in London and Haute Couture apprenticeships in Paris. You may also pursue roles such as:
Learn from ASU FIDM’s faculty experienced in artisanal bespoke garment design
ASU FIDM, housed in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, is home to world-class scholars, artists and designers who inspire students to shape the future. Faculty research is grounded in the transformative power of fashion and its ability to change the world. Focus areas include:
- AI in retail
- Circular textiles
- Sustainability
- Textile testing
Learn from ASU FIDM’s faculty experienced in artisanal bespoke garment design
ASU FIDM, housed in the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, is home to world-class scholars, artists and designers who inspire students to shape the future. Faculty research is grounded in the transformative power of fashion and its ability to change the world. Focus areas include:
- AI in retail
- Circular textiles
- Sustainability
- Textile testing
How to apply
Applicants to the graduate microcertificate in the art of bespoke tailoring must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts.
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ASU FIDM is part of the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, home to top-ranked creative programs from various disciplines, including art, design, dance, fashion, film, games, media arts and sciences, music and theatre. We train artists, designers and scholars to leverage their creativity and problem-solving abilities to advance culture, build community and transform society.
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Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
