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[Saturday, October 25] Trial Lesson: “Draping a Dress on a Mini Mannequin”

On October 25 (Sat), we’re hosting a hands-on trial lesson where you can try draping a dress using a mini mannequin (stockman).

At ESMOD — founded by Alexis Lavigne, the inventor of the mannequin (stockman) — we value the ability to “see in three dimensions.”
Through the French-born technique of draping, you’ll intuitively learn the fundamentals of garment structure and design.

This is a rare opportunity to experience the basics of draping, one of the core methods of fashion creation.

💡 Recommended for:
・High school students who aspire to work in the fashion industry
・University or vocational students considering enrollment at ESMOD
・Working adults who want to relearn the foundations of fashion
・Anyone curious about trying draping for the first time

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Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday, October 25
🕤 Time: Check-in from 9:30 AM / Lesson from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
🎓 Activity: Draping a Dress on a Mini Mannequin

Individual consultations will also be available on the day.
If you’d like to have one, please let us know in advance.

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Instructor

Sachiko Toki
After working as a pattern maker at Comme des Garçons Co., Ltd., Sachiko Toki continued her career at Trenta Co., Ltd. as a pattern maker.
She is currently active as a freelance pattern maker specializing in wedding dresses.

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What is Draping?
Draping is a technique where fabric is shaped directly on a mannequin (stockman) to create a garment.
Rather than relying on numbers and flat patterns, you use your own sense of touch and vision to understand the fabric’s volume and lines.
This approach helps develop a strong sense of balance and aesthetics.

Experience the creative foundation that ESMOD values most in fashion education.

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