Fashion & Design
Explore the world of fashion design, styling, and creative expression. From learning to sew and understanding textiles to exploring fashion history and trends, this pathway helps you develop practical skills while discovering career opportunities in fashion, retail, and design.
Career Pathways:
Fashion Designer
Textile Designer
Fashion Merchandiser
Fashion Stylist
Costume Designer
Building your Award
Find Bronze Award examples to support activity planning
Example SMART Goal (Bronze, 13 weeks):
Over 13 weeks, I’ll spend 1 hour per week developing my sewing and design skills. I’ll complete at least 3 projects using different techniques and document my progress with photos.
Example Assessor:
Fashion teacher, seamstress, tailor, or experienced crafter
Example ORB Log:
Finished hemming my first project today. My stitches are more even than my first attempt. I improved by taking my time and pinning carefully. Trying a zipper installation next week.
Example SMART Goal (Bronze, 13 weeks):
Confidence and movement matter in fashion. For 13 weeks, I’ll practice dance, yoga, or movement for 1 hour each week, focusing on posture, coordination, and presentation skills.
Example Assessor:
Dance instructor, drama teacher, or fitness instructor
Example ORB Log:
Practiced movement and posture exercises today. My balance improved and I feel more confident presenting myself. Working on fluid transitions next session.
Example SMART Goal (Bronze, 13 weeks):
I want to use my skills to help others. For 13 weeks, I’ll volunteer 1 hour per week creating handmade items (hats, scarves, blankets) for donation to shelters or community organizations.
Example Assessor:
Shelter coordinator, charity volunteer supervisor, or community organization staff
Example ORB Log:
Completed 2 knitted hats for the donation drive today. My tension is more consistent now. The coordinator mentioned they always need warm accessories so I am starting a scarf next.
(Completed as a team. Participants will work together to plan and complete their journey.)
Example Activity:
Explore fabric stores, vintage shops, and cultural markets to discover textiles, patterns, and styles from different traditions. Document designs and interview shop owners about fashion and craftsmanship.
Example Team Goal:
Our team will visit at least 4 fashion-related locations, photograph interesting designs, interview 2+ people about textiles and fashion, and create a collaborative presentation on cultural influences in design.
Example Assessor/Supervisor:
Teacher, Award Leader, or fashion industry professional
