HAUTE COUTURE
LUXURIOUS EVERYDAY LOOKS
EVENING GOWNS
WEDDING DRESSES
TRENDY AND CLASSIC HAUTE COUTURE TECHNIQUES FOR
You need this course if
Sewing has become boring and routine, and you’re searching for new challenges and excitement
You want to add couture elements to your everyday wardrobe, making your creations truly one-of-a-kind
You love intricate details like hand embroidery, beading, and draping and want to learn how to do them professionally
You’re considering sewing for clients and want to stand out by offering couture-quality craftsmanship
You dream of mastering couture techniques but don’t know where to start
You admire designer fashion from brands like Dior, Chanel, and Elie Saab and want to learn their signature techniques
YOU WILL LEARN
How to develop unique designs with draping
DRAPING
How to make multi-layer constructions with fringes and wave-like shapes
MULTILAYER GARMENTS
VOLUMINOUS SHAPES
How to create fancy voluminous shapes and garment constructions with wire and rigilene
How to make embroidered and texturized appliques and embellish garments with lace and velvet
APPLIQUES
How to create voluminous flowers with fabrics, ribbons, and silk
FLOWERS
How to process, dye, attach, and embellish feathers to decorate your projects
FEATHERWORK
EMBROIDERY
How to transfer designs to fabric and create hand embroidery with beads, sequins, plate ribbon, raffia, crystals, etc.
COURSE CONTENTS
• What is haute couture?
• Techniques you will learn in the course
• Techniques you will learn in the course
1.1. Introduction. Overview of materials and supplies. Demonstration of samples
1.2. Sequin embroidery
1.3. Seed bead, bugle bead, and pearl embroidery
1.4. Applying crystals, chatons, and rhinestone chains. Attaching rhinestones with glue
1.5. Broad plate goldwork embroidery
1.6. Raffia embroidery
1.7. Thread embroidery
1.2. Sequin embroidery
1.3. Seed bead, bugle bead, and pearl embroidery
1.4. Applying crystals, chatons, and rhinestone chains. Attaching rhinestones with glue
1.5. Broad plate goldwork embroidery
1.6. Raffia embroidery
1.7. Thread embroidery
2.1 Stack and conical stack stitches
2.2 Fence stitch
2.3 Lace stitch
2.4 Arch stitch
2.5 Check purl and soft purl goldwork techniques
2.6 Combining materials in embroidery
2.7 Loading mesh into an embroidery hoop
2.8 Creating flowers with hand embroidery materials
2.2 Fence stitch
2.3 Lace stitch
2.4 Arch stitch
2.5 Check purl and soft purl goldwork techniques
2.6 Combining materials in embroidery
2.7 Loading mesh into an embroidery hoop
2.8 Creating flowers with hand embroidery materials
3.1. Introduction to feathers: kinds of feathers and specifics of working with them
3.2. Working with goose feathers
3.3. Working with ostrich feathers
3.4. Beading feathers
3.2. Working with goose feathers
3.3. Working with ostrich feathers
3.4. Beading feathers
4.1. Introduction to appliques
4.2. Velvet appliques
4.3. Lace appliques
4.4. Embroidered appliques
4.5. Padded appliques
4.2. Velvet appliques
4.3. Lace appliques
4.4. Embroidered appliques
4.5. Padded appliques
5.1. Introduction to the unit
5.2. Creating voluminous shapes with rigilene boning
5.3. Creating structured details with wire
5.2. Creating voluminous shapes with rigilene boning
5.3. Creating structured details with wire
6.1. Introduction to the unit
6.2. Easy fabric flower technique
6.3. Creating flowers with ribbon
6.4. Creating flowers by using an iron
6.5. Creating flowers by using various soldering iron tips
6.2. Easy fabric flower technique
6.3. Creating flowers with ribbon
6.4. Creating flowers by using an iron
6.5. Creating flowers by using various soldering iron tips
7.1. Introduction to the unit
7.2. “Wave” technique
7.3. “Rose” technique
7.4. “Flower” technique
7.5. Creating multilayer garments with fraying edges (fringe-like effect)
7.2. “Wave” technique
7.3. “Rose” technique
7.4. “Flower” technique
7.5. Creating multilayer garments with fraying edges (fringe-like effect)
8.1. Introduction to the unit
8.2. Draping a corset
8.3. Smocking
8.2. Draping a corset
8.3. Smocking
9.1. Jasmine dress: broad plate goldwork embroidery
9.2. Magdalene slip dress: feathers
9.3. Hara top: padded applique
9.4. Hyacinth dress: draping
9.5. Penelope dress: “seaweed” details
9.2. Magdalene slip dress: feathers
9.3. Hara top: padded applique
9.4. Hyacinth dress: draping
9.5. Penelope dress: “seaweed” details
5 patterns in all heights and sizes
+ video tutorials on creating couture gowns
- Jasmine Embroidered Beaded Gown
- Magdalena Feather-Embellished Slip Dress
- Hara Sculptural Appliqué Top
- Hyacinth Draped Couture Gown
- Penelope Seaweed Technique Dress
- + Bonus tutorial: Creating garments with a "wet look" effect
What’s Included in the Course
- Lifetime access to all course materials—learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere
- 5 exclusive haute couture gown patterns available in all sizes and heights
- Bonus tutorial: Master the art of creating garments with a stunning "wet look" effect
- 1 year of expert mentor support to guide you through challenges and refine your couture techniques
- 5 exclusive haute couture gown patterns available in all sizes and heights
- Bonus tutorial: Master the art of creating garments with a stunning "wet look" effect
- 1 year of expert mentor support to guide you through challenges and refine your couture techniques
$249
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COURSE CREATORS
- YelenaLead course techAn expert with over 20 years of experience in embroidery and haute couture embellishing techniques
- YuliaCourse supervisor and haute couture philosophy guideAn haute couture expert who worked in world-famous luxury fashion brands such as Dior, Chanel, Givenchy, ALAIA, Maison Margiela, Balenciaga, and Kenzo. Yulia currently works at Saint Laurent
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
This course is designed for intermediate to advanced sewists who want to master haute couture techniques. Whether you sew for yourself or plan to offer couture-quality garments to clients, this course will help you refine your skills and elevate your craftsmanship.
No, but you should be comfortable with general sewing techniques. This course will teach you couture methods step by step, so you can gradually build your expertise.
You will learn essential haute couture techniques, including:
- Hand embroidery and beading
- Working with delicate fabrics like silk, lace, and tulle
- Featherwork and appliqué techniques
- Draping and fabric manipulation
- Precise hand-stitching and finishing methods
- Creating structured and voluminous silhouettes
The course focuses on techniques rather than a single finished garment. However, you will be able to apply these techniques to your own projects, from luxurious evening wear to elevated everyday pieces.
Yes! You will receive five exclusive haute couture sewing patterns in multiple sizes and heights. These patterns will help you practice the techniques you learn in the course.
You’ll need high-quality fabrics such as silk, lace, and organza, along with embroidery and beading supplies. A full list of recommended materials will be provided at the start of the course, along with sourcing suggestions.
Yes! You will have lifetime access to the course materials, allowing you to learn at your own pace and revisit lessons anytime.
Yes, you will have access to expert instructors who can answer your questions and guide you through any challenges you face during the course.
The course is designed to be flexible, so completion time depends on your schedule.
Absolutely! This course is perfect for those who want to create high-end, custom garments for clients. You’ll gain skills that set your work apart and elevate your craftsmanship to a couture level.