Who is the Master in Moulage and Draping for?

It is designed for fashion designers, pattern makers, tailors and creatives who want to specialize in manual draping and sartorial construction techniques.

Is it possible to pay in installments?

Yes, payment by installments is available. Contact us at info@imb.it for details.

What is included in the course fee?

The fee includes VAT, educational materials (books and templates), and the final exam fee with an external commission.

Draping

Sartorial garment creation directly on the mannequin: a manual technique for designers and pattern makers

The Master in Moulage and Draping by Istituto di Moda Burgo offers a practical and creative learning path, where students learn to build garments directly on the mannequin, without the use of paper patterns. This technique is highly valued by renowned fashion designers for its craftsmanship and uniqueness.

Why choose this Master

Burgo practical method: hands-on training with real laboratories and personalized guidance.
Professional instructors: teachers actively working in the fashion industry, experts in advanced tailoring techniques.
High-level approach: ideal for those who want to refine their manual skills and acquire a couture method.

Hands-on labs and projects

Throughout the Master, students work directly on the mannequin, transforming ideas into real garments. The combination of practical work, experimentation, and continuous feedback allows them to develop a personal style grounded in strong technical foundations.

Market awareness and personal style

In addition to technical skills, the course helps students understand fashion trends and define their own aesthetic language. The goal is to train professionals capable of expressing creativity, coherence, and clarity within today’s fashion landscape.

Sartorial moulage technique during a practical class at Burgo

Program

Draping course presentation, history and use of the fashion technique
Necessary tools for the Draping realization
Study and measurement of the mannequin and the human figure – the lines marking
Fabrics structure: straight line and bias
Fabric placement on the mannequin
Pinning of the fabric and fabric marking
Study of basic bodice and exercise through the use of muslin
Study and exercise on the various transformations
Study and exercises of simple and complex draping
Study and exercise of various apparel lines and structures in the history of fashion till nowadays
Study and research for preparation of student’s own sketch
Realization of the sketch through the Draping technique with the muslin
Transfer of the model from muslin to paper
Final realization of the sketch in fabric

Duration and Fees

Total hours: 300
Lesson duration: 3 hours
Registration for Italian and EU students € 1000
Registration for non-EU students € 2000
Course fee € 5000
The cost of the course includes VAT and text book

The enrolment fee is to be paid only for the first year, it is not required again for the following years or if the student decides to change or add a course.
All prices include: VAT, teaching materials consisting of squares and books, and fee for the final exam with external commission.

Schedule examples:
Duration: 6 months – weekly lessons: 4
Duration: 3 months – weekly lessons: 8

Installment plans are available. For more information please contact info@imb.it

Open Day Milan

3 December @ 09:00 - 15:00

It will be possible to visit the classrooms, you will be able to view the projects of the former students, have a direct meeting with the director Fernando Burgo and the teachers to ask for advice for an orientation on the program more suited to their attitudes and needs, it will be you can also participate in one or more workshops of your choice.