The Costume & Fashion Design Major at SOA was founded by Mrs. Marie Nichols in 2014 and has a history and reputation of excellence as an elective, recognized both regionally and nationally, for 14 years! Former students have won scholarships to top design schools in the nation. Currently we have design students at FIT, VCU, FIDM (Los Angeles), SCAD and Central St. Martin’s in London; and also have
former SOA Costume & Fashion Design elective students with successful careers in various facets of the garment industry. This major is founded on the rich legacy of the elective and strives to be a place of diligence, distinction and success for our students. The CCSD SOA Costume and Fashion Design Major is a special, interdisciplinary major which includes drawing, draping, flat pattern design, garment construction, sewing, history, exploring design concepts and industry awareness.