In the course, you will learn 45 haute couture techniques
Сreating lace elements using a Luneville hook; making embellishments and replacing the main fabric with lace
Appliques using a Luneville hook
How to develop unique designs with draping
DRAPING
Сreating voluminous padded elements and transferring them to the garment using a Luneville hook
Voluminous elements using a Luneville hook
Luneville embroidery
Сreating Luneville embroidery using seed beads, sequins, lurex thread, broad plate, and other materials
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.
What will this course give you?
Haute Couture 2.0 is a full-encompassing system that will help you not just learn new techniques but understand how to use them properly and thoughtfully for real projects.
- You will navigate in the world of supplies and tools needed for haute couture embellishmentsYou will see what materials are actually used in haute couture, how they can be combined, and how to choose them without any fuss or extra spending
- You will master 45+ embellishing techniquesTrendy and classic tricks inspired by different fashion houses, with deep knowledge of when, how, and why to use each of them
- You will learn how to create an haute couture garment from A to ZIn our course, you will take a whole journey, from ideas and choosing supplies to the finished project with mind-blowing haute couture details
- You will be able to implement haute couture elements into casual wearFancy embellishments will look appropriate, elegant, and wearable instead of seeming purely decorative
YOUR FUTURE RESULTS
Trendy and classic haute couture techniques for
LUXURIOUS EVERYDAY LOOKS
EVENING GOWNS
WEDDING DRESSES
PREMIUM GARMENTS
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
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
WHEN YOU WANT A GARMENT TO BE NOT JUST PRETTY BUT TRULY SPECIAL
You sew for yourself, but over time, you get the feeling that:
- clothes turn out neat but too simple
- projects look nice but don’t hit the spot
- there is something missing in your makes
- you see stunning elements in designer clothes and don’t understand how to repeat something similar
- clothes turn out neat but too simple
- projects look nice but don’t hit the spot
- there is something missing in your makes
- you see stunning elements in designer clothes and don’t understand how to repeat something similar
Course projects by our students
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
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
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
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
1. Specifics of working with a Luneville hook
2. Basic Luneville embroidery techniques as seen on the runway (seed beads, sequins, bugle beads, round beads, rhinestone chains)
3. Complex Luneville embroidery techniques as seen on the runway (lurex, broad plate, soft purl, chenille, raised embroidery)
4. Advanced Luneville embroidery techniques as seen on the runway
2. Basic Luneville embroidery techniques as seen on the runway (seed beads, sequins, bugle beads, round beads, rhinestone chains)
3. Complex Luneville embroidery techniques as seen on the runway (lurex, broad plate, soft purl, chenille, raised embroidery)
4. Advanced Luneville embroidery techniques as seen on the runway
Creating garments with a "wet effect"
Creating garments with a "fur like effect"
Weaving and Luneville embroidery elements on aquafilm stabilizer. Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring/Summer 25
Creating feather fringe. Chanel Couture 2025
Combined embroidery techniques: Dolce&Gabbana 2025
Creating garments with a "fur like effect"
Weaving and Luneville embroidery elements on aquafilm stabilizer. Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring/Summer 25
Creating feather fringe. Chanel Couture 2025
Combined embroidery techniques: Dolce&Gabbana 2025
СOURSE PLANS
Solo sailing
- → 30 couture techniques: FULL HD video lessons
- → 5 garments for practice: patterns + FULL HD video lessons
- → 2-year access
- → If you choose to pay in full: 10 Vikisews patterns for free
- → If you purchase the course within 24 hours: Bonus Video Course. Combined embroidery techniques: Dolce&Gabbana 2025
$310
$350
Guided by mentors
- → 30 couture techniques: FULL HD video lessons
- → 5 garments for practice: patterns + FULL HD video lessons
- → Luneville embroidery: basic, complex, and advanced techniques
- → 5-year access
- → 6 months of mentor support
- → All Bonus Units (Creating garments with a "wet effect", Creating garments with a "fur like effect", Weaving and Luneville embroidery elements on aquafilm stabilizer. Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring/Summer 25, Creating feather fringe. Chanel Couture 2025)
- → If you choose to pay in full: 10 Vikisews patterns for free
- → If you purchase the course within 24 hours: Bonus Video Course. Combined embroidery techniques: Dolce&Gabbana 2025
$350
$390
Limitless sewing
- → 30 couture techniques: FULL HD video lessons
- → 5 garments for practice: patterns + FULL HD video lessons
- → Luneville embroidery: basic, complex, and advanced techniques
- → Limitless Access
- → 12 months of mentor support
- → All Bonus Units (Creating garments with a "wet effect", Creating garments with a "fur like effect", Weaving and Luneville embroidery elements on aquafilm stabilizer. Elie Saab Haute Couture Spring/Summer 25, Creating feather fringe. Chanel Couture 2025)
- → If you choose to pay in full: 10 Vikisews patterns for free
- → If you purchase the course within 24 hours: Bonus Video Course. Combined embroidery techniques: Dolce&Gabbana 2025
$390
$590
Additional bonuses for this course launch
Bonus 1. 10 additional sewing patterns in all size and heights
That means you'll practice every course technique on dozens of new designs—not just one garment
* If you pay in full
Bonus 2. 4 video lessons on advanced couture techniques*
- Creating garments using epoxy resin
- Creating garments with a “fur like effect”
- Weaving elements on aquafilm stabilizer
- Creating feather fringe using a luneville hook
- Creating garments with a “fur like effect”
- Weaving elements on aquafilm stabilizer
- Creating feather fringe using a luneville hook
*Available for the Guided by Mentors and Limitless Sewing course plans only
Bonus 3. video course “COMBINED EMBROIDERY TECHNIQUES: DOLCE&GABBANA SS2026”*
* For speed purchase within 24 hours
Additional options
- Installment paymentsYou can purchase the course in two payments: one payment now and one in a month, with no additional fees or interest.
More → - Freeze periodIf you need to make a pause, you can put the course and access to the lessons on hold for 90 days.
Resume learning at any convenient time and keep going at your own pace. - Loyalty programIf you have already taken Vikisews courses, you are eligible for an additional discount on the current price.
You can learn more about the conditions from a manager after leaving your request.
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The course is unlocked gradually, and the bonuses become available after the entire payment is made. 10 patterns are not included in the bonuses if you choose to pay in installments.
If it’s your first Vikisews course, you automatically become a member of the loyalty program, which grants you a discount on all courses you decide to take in the future.
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COURSE CREATORS
- 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
- YelenaCourse techAn expert with over 20 years of experience in embroidery and haute couture embellishing techniques
- NataliaCourse techAn expert in hand and Luneville embroidery with extensive experience of working with famous collectors and museums
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.
