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Fundamentals of Plus Sizes

Provides the keys to an effective plus apparel sizing strategy from establishing the proper garment balance and shape to the right aesthetic proportions...

best practices fit inclusivity plus size product development

4 wks 1.5 hrs/wk

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3D Transformation: The Why, What & How

Eryn Gregory

Helps building a business case to transition to 3D product development and a plan for successful implementation into BAU processes.

3D fundamentals innovation product development productivity

5 wks 1 hr/wk

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Solving Fit Problems: Women's Tops

Emily Robertson Hood, Jackie Lewis

Engaging, interactive and collaborative course with real examples of fit problems and pattern corrections that are commonly seen. Become a true detective and solve recurring fit issues!

best practices collaboration fit problem solving + 2 more

4 wks 1.5 hr/wk

How to Run a Fit Session

May Fong, Emily Robertson Hood

The How to Run a Fit Session course is a drill down into the product evaluation process. It addresses a recurrent issue that most design, merchandising, product development and technical department face...

best practices collaboration fit product development productivity

3 wks 1 hr/wk

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66% of apparel industry employees are dissatisfied with current training*

*Source: Motif Alvanon 2018 Report “The State of Skills in the Apparel Industry”

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Step-by-step online courses taking you on an engaging learning journey, with interactive learning tools and multimedia course materials. Earn certificates and peer recognition.

"Motif is an amazing platform with a wealth of knowledge that one can learn from at his or her own pace."

Jennifer K. Jones

Sales and Marketing, Contempora Fabrics, Lumberton, NC, USA

"I highly recommend the trainings available on Motif. The videos, interactive activities, definitions and exercises really make for a great learning experience. Whatever your function in your company, you will learn more about the industry, how to re-define communication processes, improve efficiency among different departments and enhance your working habits with best practices."

Rama Seck

Product Technologist, Action N.L., Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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