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Becoming My Own Muse: Lessons From Learning Fashion Design on My Own
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14 days ago
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14 days agoI didn’t go to fashion school. I didn’t have formal mentorship.
I just had curiosity, some fabric, a basic machine and Google. That’s how my journey into fashion design began, self-taught, uncertain, but deeply inspired.
Over time, I realized learning fashion on your own isn’t just about skill, it’s about patience, self-trust, and style that feels like you.
Here are 5 lessons I’ve learned so far on this self-taught fashion journey:
Every badly sewn zip, uneven hem, or mismatched thread taught me something. I stopped aiming for "perfect" and started aiming for "progress."
Your eye will grow before your hands catch up.
You’ll see the vision before you know how to execute it. That gap is normal. Keep creating anyway.
You don’t need validation to begin.
Sometimes, people won’t see what you’re building until it’s done. Be okay with clapping for yourself in silence first.
Some designers sketch first. Some drape. Some freestyle with fabric on the mannequin.
There’s no “wrong” path, just the one that flows for you.
Being your own muse is powerful.
Designing from your own story, body, and mood brings a kind of authenticity no trend can imitate. Wear what makes you feel like art.
I’m still learning. Still growing. But I’m proud of how far I’ve come without a classroom and if you’re on a similar journey, you’re not alone.
If you're a self-taught creative too (fashion or otherwise), I’d love to hear what lessons you've picked up along the way.