Course instructor
Emily Robertson Hood
For 20+ years, Emily Robertson Hood has worked in the fit, construction and global manufacturing of apparel products ranging from denim to down. Emily developed her own line of apparel and sold it from her retail location, as a result, she understands the problems both a global business and the small independents face.
What will you learn?
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Explain why fit matters and how it directly impacts market success, especially for brands selling across multiple channels.
Define fit and understand what is under control of the product development team and what is not.
Understand the tools and processes for delivering fit consistency from concept to retail.
Who is it for?
This course is highly recommended for all types of organisations: brand, sourcing office, trading company and vendors.
The training content is well-suited for team members in technical design, product development, merchandising, sourcing and production.
It is extremely effective for aligning teams on fit development, especially when members come from diverse functional backgrounds.
How will you learn?
The course is self-paced and includes a pre-assessment test, 3 modules of interactive instruction and a final assessment.
All participants who complete the course will receive an Alvanon Certificate of Completion.
The recommended commitment for the course is a minimum 1 hour per week over a 3 week period.