As we wrap-up another year, it is just natural to give in to our curiosity and check-out which of our stories connected with the most amount of people. As you know, there is always something happening at The Cut.

When Bronwyn Jeeves, a full-time accountant and mother of two who lives in Whangarei, New Zealand, wanted to take Pattern-making online, little did she know that her search would not be easy.

Mallory Gosselin was at a point in her design career where she knew a big change was needed. Her business ‘Designs by Mallory’ had a significant impact on her life and she was ready to take that skill-set and all she learned to the next level. After examining all her options, Mallory decided a major location, to Vancouver, is what she needs to progress.

#DYK The Cut is the only accredited educational institution that offers diploma and certificate course customization with a 1:8 teacher-student ratio? By removing the 1 to 4-year commitment, Liza D. design effectively eliminates the accrual of excessive student debt and with its small-class size allows students to develop skills quickly and more expertly to move into the workforce and succeed. 

When you have a passion to learn and the desire to push yourself to build your skills, you don’t let location stop you from following your dreams! Inuit student Lori Tagoona completed Pattern Making in spring 2021 and has started Technical Pattern Making this semester - all remotely from her home in the North.

Born and raised in Vancouver, Sam grew up involved in organized sports and played hockey his whole life. When not at the rink, he likes hanging out with friends, biking, and going to the beach for a swim. On his creative side, he has always enjoyed making music and clothing.

When a designer with such a dynamic and colourful story decides attends The Cut, we are immediately curious to learn more! Saakhi Chhatwal is enrolled in our Fashion Marketing program while collaborating internationally. So much drive and passion for the industry.

Currently enrolled in TCFDA’s 2-year Diploma Program, entrepreneur Ghali Alissami arrived in Canada as a Turkish refugee. He is pursuing this line of study to acquire the needed professional academic and technical knowledge to help launch a career as a fashion designer.

With the September semester rapidly approaching, we wanted to share the stories of two new students who will be joining us. Heather Ho has a fascination with costume and is excited to build her skill-set to launch a career in film and television.

I cringe when I read 'sustainable fashion' online or 'sustainable' as an adjective to sell everything from cheap shoes to over-hyped seminars. The dilution of this word makes it as meaningless as 'natural' or 'organic.'

International Student Hanae Yaskawa is a shining star at The Cut Fashion Design Academy! This young American came to Canada to study Technical Apparel Design at a Lower Mainland design school, and once completed, decided to take her pattern-making skill-set to the next level with additional courses at The Cut. It is so important when entering the workforce as a young person to create a wide-open door for opportunity.

Congrats to The Cut Instructor Shannon Hall for the spotlight on Adeera in luxury magazine Montecristo! Allie Turner captured the essence and importance of the brand co-founded with her partner Emma Reynolds. The Vancouver silk fashion brand recently launched Edition II, consisting of silk two-pieces.

Not only is Kelsey Holden a fashion designer with her own label Metta Lane, but she is also an Instructor at The Cut and former student! Not content to follow the old-school approach of following a single path to a career, Kelsey has veered out of her lane and is now building highways to take her everywhere.

We are more than excited to announce the newest industry expert to join The Cut Fashion Design Academy is accomplished and well-respected Joanna Delaney. Joanna has been working in the industry for many years running her own custom bridal business - Joanna Delayne Studio. She will be teaching Pattern Making, Couture Pattern Making, and Technical Pattern Making instructor.

Congrats to another Portfolio Prep student accepted into parsons with a $25,000 USD scholarship! Cosette came to us in the Fall of 2020 full of ideas and optimistic energy for her 2021 application to Parsons. She began the process with sketch after sketch and we quickly saw her collection develop into a modern streetwear version of studio 54 style, completely representative of her energetic personality.

When you have to compose a resume for your fashion business, it is crucial to make it stand out even if you are going to certain style extremes, which is acceptable if one considers that you follow a certain trend and the factors that reflect your creative vision. While your resume must show all the necessary information and the contact details, doing it for fashion must be different style-wise because otherwise, it will turn into a dry list of facts that talk about your fashion shows and education. The trick is to keep people interested and inspired as they encounter your personality.

We want to send a big congratulations to our Product Development & Manufacturing-Domestic & Overseas Program Alumni, Charlotte Clissold on landing her dream job! Charlotte started with us in our September 2020 term, and we immediately knew she was going to be an outstanding student. Charlotte had nearly 10 years of experience in the retail and apparel industry when she came to us, but wanted to learn and break into a new field in the fashion industry.

We’re excited to introduce Shanna Mair to The Cut team. With almost 20 years of experience in the Costume industry she brings a great energy and knowledge to the school.

In our second release of Lessons from Liza, The Cut owner Liza Deyrmenjian talks to us about the importance of networking.

We want to recognize these 5 sustainable brands that have launched in 2020. Starting a brand is hard in the best of times, and these 5 are making waves in a positive way!