Beverly Hills Design Institute — Local services in Beverly Hills

I am currently a senior attending the Academy of Couture Art for a BA in Fashion Design and BS in Pattern Design. I have earned an AA in Fashion Design from a different fashion trade school prior to ACA. From the first day of class, I INSTANTLY saw the difference of their high- end couture aesthetic that the other American Fashion Schools lack (FIDM, Academy of Art, Art Institute, etc). The pattern design program is impeccable and the student learns every curve of the body, and how to create nearly perfect patterns on the first try! Having worked in the industry for a short time after my first degree at a previous school... I couldn't believe that with ACA's pattern techniques you didn't need to do 5-8 fittings for the garment to fit right. The techniques you learn at this school are priceless. From flawless croquis to made to measure perfect fit garments!

Prior to attending ACA, I had very limited confidence in my designs and pattern making skills. I was told at my previous school that I wasn't meant to be a designer... that is one of the most heartbreaking things to hear from a so called "mentor".. but the instructors at ACA changed that. They guided me and trained my eye to design timeless and elegant pieces, as well as draft and construct them. After 3 quarters into the program, I managed to make 2 wedding gowns within 3 months! There are even courses that teach you how to make avant garde accessories and embellish your own fabric.

The instructors are very hands on and are ALWAYS available to help the student. Attending this school has been the best decision I've done to further my career to do...

Beverly Hills Design Institute has changed my life for the better. I've been a student at a few different schools offering degrees in fashion and this school is the best. They offer individualized degrees in pattern design and fashion design. Here, you'll learn the highest quality techniques and be given the skills and tools needed to be successful and feel ready to take on the fashion industry.

Every person you meet here from the students and teachers to the administrators will offer you support, guidance and words to empower you. Everyone wants to see you succeed and they will do all that they can to make you successful.

At this school you'll get the chance to observe a working couture designer. You'll get small classes where you're sure to get your time and money's worth. You'll have the opportunity to participate on special projects where you could be working to make beautiful clothing for some really big names and important people.

If you're looking for a school where you will get all of the attention that you would need as a student, somewhere where you'll internalize the craft, somewhere where you can build a resume and learn, then you want to come to this school. There will never come a day where I'm not thankful for what this school has done for me and for the fashion community. They are hiring quality instructors, keeping class sizes small and providing an in-depth and...

After graduating with an AA in Fashion Design from FIDM, I felt as if my education was still incomplete and began a search for a school that would deliver to me the high end technique of couture pattern, sewing, and design that I desired. I found the education that I was searching for at The Academy of Couture Art and have seen my skills and talents grow exponentially since I began here a year and a half ago. I have learned more and grown more than I ever expected from any institute. Because it is such a small school with small class sizes, the students are really able to get one-on-one help from all the faculty which you will not find anywhere else. The school is in a wonderful location that allows students to flourish within the high end market that we cater to. As someone who wants a career as a pattern designer, rather than fashion designer, ACA has been everything that I could of hoped for because they are one of the only schools that offers a BA in Pattern Design. I have learned so much since I have been here and can't wait for all that I will continue to learn so that I can have my dream career...