Fashion DesigneR professional DEVELOPMENT
2022 Future Fashion Series Seminar Speakers (left to right): Kechena Richardson of Kechena Designs, Ken Burrell-Director of Production & QC, Pamela Lucas of House of Pamela Renee, Stella Hankins of Bella Bonita Designs, & UMKC Associate Costuming Professor Brandon McWilliams.
Part of Rightfully Sewn®’s mission is to propel Kansas City fashion designers to market so they can supply the burgeoning demand for high-quality, American-produced garments. To help be a resource for new KC designer we offer the below services:
future FASHION℠ SERIES Seminar
We offer speaker series featuring nationally-known fashion industry leaders, documentary screenings, fabric trade shows, and other related events to the fashion community at large. Visit our FUTURE FASHION℠ page for more information & photos.
Fashion Intensive Programs
Our Fashion Intensive Programs are curated specifically for the unique needs of fashion design entrepreneurs. Sessions are led by subject matter experts and cover topics, including: budgeting, business incorporation, manufacturing contracts and licensing, portfolio review, production preparation, small business financing, and more. These classes are posted on our Public Sewing Classes page.
apparel production services
Are you ready to work with a factory? Rightfully Sewn has the in-house skills and equipment to provide the following services: pattern making, sample sewing, sourcing assistance, size chart development, grading, and cut and sew production. Click here for more information.