A fashion designer controls the tailoring to match the designs created, designing textiles to conceal or correct individual body shape flaws for an appealing look.

Job Opportunities / Market Demand / Market Trends

Over the past decade, the Thai fashion design industry has achieved a certain level of success with ready-to-wear clothing produced under Thai brands being exported abroad, such as Fly Now. There is also support for designing unique silk patterns and providing colors according to international customer preferences. At the same time, many foreign fashion institutions are increasingly interested in the unique dressing styles, culture, and lifestyles of Asians, which will help support the development of clothing design in Thailand. Additionally, the government has policies promoting the use of Thai products, especially ready-to-wear clothing and standard textile products for export. These factors are supportive and represent a positive trend for those wishing to pursue this profession.

Qualifications for the Profession

• Graduated with a higher vocational certificate (Diploma) in Clothing Design Technology or a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design.
• Creative, passionate about design, with an artistic perspective and an appreciation for beauty, possibly with some artistic background.
• Enthusiastic, observant of changes, willing to think and act, and able to express ideas.
• Capable of conveying thoughts or concepts to others.