Wearable Art: Where Art Meets Design in Fashion

Wearable art bridges the gap between artistic expression and functional design, inviting designers to treat the human body as a moving canvas. By experimenting with color, texture, and form, emerging creatives push boundaries beyond the runway—transforming garments into three-dimensional sculptures that tell powerful visual stories. 

Why Wearable Art Matters 

• Creative Exploration: Clothing becomes a site for artistic play—collage, mixed media, and even upcycled materials unite to spark fresh ideas. 
• Trend Connection: Innovative, art-driven pieces often inspire broader trends, setting the pace for next season’s looks. 
• Art + Design Mindset: Balancing techniques (sketching, painting, assemblage) with design fundamentals (silhouette, drape, construction) nurtures a well-rounded skill set. 

Figure 2  Model: Abuzar Khawaja, Designer: Sanskar Verma 

Built into Modern Curricula 

The B.Des. Fashion Design program at Presidency School of Design now blends traditional techniques with cutting-edge digital workflows. 

Analog Techniques: Hand-rendered flats, watercolor studies, and fabric collages. 

• Digital Tools: Adobe Illustrator flats, 3D draping software, and digital textile printing. 
• Production Readiness: Students learn to package concepts into tech-packs and prototypes, ensuring each creative vision can be manufactured. 

Why Every Designer Needs Wearable Art Skills? 

1. 1. Distinctive Voice: One-of-a-kind wearables stand out in a crowded market. 
2. 2. Sustainable Innovation: Upcycling and zero-waste cutting teach resource-smart design. 
3. 3. Professional Versatility: From couture ateliers to fast-fashion houses, art-informed designers are in high demand. 

At Presidency University, we cultivate both your artistic vision with technical expertise, designers equipped in wearable art are ready to shape the future of fashion—creating garments that resonate emotionally, perform practically, and inspire universally 

Mr. Sanskar Verma 

Assistant Professor 

Presidency School of Design