The style, shape & tailoring masterclass is split into two parts for your convenience. You can attend the morning session with Emmeline: Style & Shape Masterclass or the afternoon tailoring session with Melanie: The Perfect Fit.
10am-1pm: Style & Shape Masterclass with Emmeline
We will start by discussing your knowledge base, identifying areas of concern and educating you in the areas you feel the least confident in. From here, we will advance through a variety of techniques, giving you practical demonstrations and resources to explore. You will have access to a digital board with a plethora of resources to dive into during and after the masterclass.
You can expect:
- Advanced learning on identifying style persona and varying personality types. Learning how we are influenced by style
- Looking at different ways to analyse body proportions. Taking measurements to discover the proportions of the female form and how to create balance and harmony with clothes.
- How to creatively build outfits for all shapes and sizes along with professional bra-fitting guidance
- Extended knowledge in areas such as; the rule of thirds, creating balance, Kibbe body typing, tall, petite & fuller figure styling, three-word method & influential styling tips to share with your audience.
1.30pm-4.30pm: The Perfect Fit: A Practical Masterclass on Fit and Alterations with Melanie
Join couture-trained tailor & expert stylist, Melanie Potro, for a hands-on, skills-focused workshop designed to help stylists & image consultants solve everyday fit problems.
Here's your agenda:
- Introduction to measurements: Learn to measure bust, waist, hips, inseam, and shoulders with accuracy. Understand how to record and apply measurements consistently.
- Hands-on practice and demonstration: Watch live demonstrations of fit assessments and pinning. Practice techniques on real garments in small group work. Use this time for questions, feedback, and refining your approach.
- Assessing garments for alteration: Learn what can be tailored - and what can’t. Spot alteration opportunities quickly in ready-to-wear. Assess fabrics and construction to know what’s worth the investment
- Tailoring techniques & fit adjustment: Explore how key alterations change silhouette and balance. Focus on jeans, waistbands, and hems & In-seam length
Learn more about Melanie's Masterclass here
The full-day session will be an educational, fun and enlightening journey through style and further discovery of the female form with plenty for personal stylists to learn from and bring an advanced level of knowledge to your clients.
Light refreshments provided, just bring a notebook!
Next Masterclass: 21st June 2025
