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Experience the creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship of the Italian fashion industry with Accademia del Lusso's Italian Fashion & Design Lab in Milan. Held during Milan Fashion Week, this intensive 5-day programme offers international students a unique opportunity to explore the world of Made in Italy fashion through a combination of classroom learning, creative workshops, and industry visits. Participants gain insight into fashion design, Italian textiles and materials, trend forecasting, emerging designers, and collection development, while also developing skills in moodboard creation, visual storytelling, and fashion concept presentation. The course explores how fashion interacts with graphic communication, retail environments, and design spaces, providing a broader understanding of the luxury industry. Afternoon visits to luxury showrooms, concept stores, fashion/design museums, exhibitions, and cultural destinations across Milan allow students to experience the industry first-hand. Combining studio-based learning with real-world industry exposure, the programme offers an immersive study-abroad experience at one of the most exciting moments in the global fashion calendar.

Program Highlights

Study in Milan during Milan Fashion Week and experience the city at the centre of the global fashion industry

Explore Made in Italy fashion, luxury business models, textiles, trend forecasting, and collection development

Create moodboards, colour palettes, and fashion concepts using professional visual communication techniques

Visit luxury showrooms, concept stores, museums, exhibitions, and design spaces throughout Milan

Gain inspiration from leading fashion brands, emerging designers, and Milan's unique creative culture

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Milan, Italy
Starts At: $3,700 for 5 days
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundTerms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Arts
  • Communications
  • Culture
  • Design
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Aug 04, 2026

Program Details

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Locations

  • Milan, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Arts
  • Communications
  • Culture
  • Design
  • Fashion Design & Merchandising
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Terms Available:
  • Fall
  • Spring

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Starts At

  • 5 days: $3,700

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees

Program Cost Excludes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need previous fashion design experience?

No. The course is suitable for students, graduates, and creative enthusiasts who want to gain insight into Italian fashion, luxury, and design culture.

What subjects will I study during the programme?

Topics include Made in Italy fashion, luxury business models, textiles and materials, trend forecasting, emerging designers, collection planning, moodboard creation, and visual storytelling.

Are industry visits included?

Yes. Every afternoon includes supervised visits to locations such as luxury showrooms, concept stores, fashion museums, design districts, exhibitions, and other industry-related destinations.

Does the course take place during Milan Fashion Week?

Yes. The programme is scheduled during Milan Fashion Week, allowing students to experience the city during one of the fashion industry's most important international events.

Why is this course different from a traditional fashion summer school?

The programme combines fashion design, textile knowledge, graphic visualisation, trend analysis, and direct industry exposure, providing a broader understanding of the Italian luxury and fashion system in a short, immersive format.

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Experience the creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship of the Italian fashion industry with Accademia del Lusso's Italian Fashion & Design Lab in Milan. Held during Milan Fashion Week, this intensive 5-day programme offers international students a unique opportunity to explore the world of Made in Italy fashion through a combination of classroom learning, creative workshops, and industry visits. Participants gain insight into fashion design, Italian textiles and materials, trend forecasting, emerging designers, and collection development, while also developing skills in moodboard creation, visual storytelling, and fashion concept presentation. The course explores how fashion interacts with graphic communication, retail environments, and design spaces, providing a broader understanding o...

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