Building Your Jewelry Collection —Translating the Trends (1) Session
The business of trend forecasting is an integral part of jewelry design. In this class you will explore the fashion meccas that come from the iconic trade shows of Paris, Milano, Vicenza, Madrid and London. Students will explore what is takes to create a jewelry collections by identifying and translating future trends that will be useful for creating cohesive jewelry themes. You will develop an appreciation for the fashion and jewelry trends that are essential to for all designers succeed.
Takeaways
- Define a trend
- Identify resources for trends, where to find them
- Deconstruct trends for a specific client
- Make trends “work” within your design aesthetic
- Learn the timelines for trend forecasting
- Increase your profits
Recommended Classes
- Business of Jewelry Design
- Marketing and Branding
- Master the Sales Process
- Practical Guide to Gemstones
Recommended Workshops
- Photo Editing & Retouching Jewelry Photography
- Sketching & Watercolor Effects with Photoshop
- Unearthing Color for Jewelry Designers
- Wine & Watches Workshop
- Technical Drawings with Illustrator
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Barbara Raleigh
About the Instructors
Barbara Raleigh has worked for numerous prestigious jewelry and watch companies around the globe. She has designed for individual customers as well the mass market. Her knowledge of the jewelry business, production and manufaction has helped her gain valubal insight into the world of jewelry. Every year she travels extensivley through europe identifying up and coming jewelry trends to which she published an annual report. These reports are highly respected and well regarded throught out the jewelry industry.