Hey Reader, Just a quick reminder that we're going live tonight at 6:30PM EST! I'm chatting with Cristina Hernandez about knitwear development, CLO3D, and how she built her consulting practice around helping brands create sweater and cashmere programs. If you've been curious about how 3D fits into knitwear design or what the development process actually looks like, join us live. When: Tonite, March 26th at 6:30PM ESTWhere: Live on the 383 Design Studio YouTube channel See you there! Mikelle

Hi Reader, This week's CAD Chats is one I've been looking forward to. I'll be joined by Cristina Hernandez, founder of Chernandez Studio, to talk about knitwear design, development, and how she uses CLO3D in her workflow. Cristina has worked for Derek Lam, Jason Wu, Oscar de la Renta, and Calvin Klein Collection. Now she runs her own consulting practice helping brands build sweater and cashmere programs from concept through production, and she's doing it with 3D design and fit visualization...

If you've been watching designers use AI to generate garment visuals, you've probably noticed how good they look. And you might be wondering the same thing a lot of designers are right now: "If AI can do that in seconds, do I still need to learn 3D software?" It's a fair question. But there's a problem that doesn't show up until later. When a designer takes an AI render to a manufacturer and asks for a quote, that manufacturer is GUESSING. Because an AI image doesn't include construction...

One of the hardest things about being a new designer, Reader, is learning about fabric. Unless you went to fashion school, where do you even find that information? There aren't a lot of classes out there. And most of what you learn ends up being through trial and error which usually means expensive mistakes at the sampling stage. This is one of the reasons I really appreciate CLO3D, and I think this benefit gets overlooked. In CLO you can choose fabric from an extensive library, update the...

Hi Reader, Today's the day. The updated CLO3D course is officially live. If you've been on the fence all week, this is the nudge you've been waiting for. Here's what you're getting: • 10 modules that give you a solid foundation in CLO3D, from the basics to building complete garments • Updated content reflecting how CLO works right now, not two years ago • Self-paced learning; go as fast or slow as you need • Discussion support on every lesson so you're never stuck alone • Monthly live office...

With AI tools everywhere right now, Reader, a lot of designers are wondering, "Do I even need to learn 3D software?" Fair question. And I made a video to answer it. In this week's video, I break down when 3D actually makes sense in your workflow and when it doesn't. I talk about the difference between what AI gives you (a picture) and what 3D gives you (the data), and why that distinction matters when you're making real design and production decisions. Watch it now on the 383 Design Studio...

Let's talk about sampling for a second, Reader. If you've ever priced out a first sample, you know it's not cheap. And if that sample comes back wrong (wrong fit, wrong construction, wrong fabric drape), you're paying to do it again. For emerging designers and independent brands, that can eat through a budget fast. What if you could work out your design ideas, test fit, and experiment with construction before spending a dime on physical samples? That's what CLO3D lets you do. You can build...

Remember when I told you big changes were coming to 383 Digital Fashion School, Reader? Well, here's the first one. My CLO3D course is getting a refresh and is officially relaunching this Sunday. The majority of the lessons have been updated with more on the way by the end of the month, so if you enroll now, the course will keep getting better as you go. Here's what's changed: Updated lessons, new content covering features and workflows that weren't available before, and a learning experience...

Hi Reader, I'm not going to bury the lead: things are changing at 383 Digital Fashion Design School this month. BIG things. If you've been following me for a while, you know I don't do announcements just to do them. So when I tell you something major is coming, I mean it. Here's your sneak peek: My CLO3D course has gotten a serious upgrade. Updated content, new lessons, better flow, all designed to make sure you're learning CLO the way it actually works today (not how it worked two years...

Hey friend, If you're a fashion designer, chances are Illustrator is your ride or die. It's probably the tool you open first, use the most, and honestly, it's carried us for years. Flat sketches, color CADs, tech pack artwork. Illustrator handles a LOT. But if we're being real, it has its limits. It can show you what a design looks like on paper, but it can't always show you how it'll actually look and feel as a garment. The drape, the fit, the way a print wraps around the body at full scale;...