PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT

By Sanjeev Tamang
Department of Fashion Design
As young pass outs just from the fashion school, one of the most
important things a fashion designer should do is his/ her portfolio
development.

A portfolio displays the work done by the designer. Having a great

portfolio is very important for jump starting a career and getting
jobs.
Fashion designers are mushrooming all over and a good Portfolio
is one tool to get noticed. A portfolio is an important visual self-
promotion and sales tool for any designer, fashion student or
creative individual.
Nearly all fashion students will be familiar with the term fashion
portfolio. The designer can customize the portfolio as per her/ his
needs, portfolios are found in varied sizes and formats.
What is important is they should be portable and easy to handle,
all the works of the designer should be highlighted.
Fashion Portfolio

A fashion design portfolio is a collection of

samples, illustrations, fabric swatches etc. put
together by a fashion designer to show off his or
her skills to a prospective employer. 
 Fashion Portfolio

• They are also used by students to show to admissions

officers when applying to college. 
• They are also utilized when applying for apparel industry
job opportunities. 
• Portfolios are part of a fashion designers resume.
Sanjeev Tamang
Portfolio Project