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At a Glance

  • College

    Kanbar College of Design, Engineering & Commerce

  • Degree

    Master of Science

  • Campus

    East Falls

  • Format

    Hybrid (Online and On Campus)

  • Credits

    31 - 37

  • Enrollment Options

    Flexible Schedule

Contact

Name: Carly Kusy
Position: Program Director, BS in Fashion Design & MS in Fashion Design Technology

Contact

Name: Domenica Vinci
Position: Interim Program Director
Organization: Fashion Design Technology

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Student Work

As a student in our MS in Fashion Design Technology program, you’ll be immersed in a dynamic, studio-driven environment that blends innovation, experimentation, and collaboration. From your first day, you’ll work with faculty, industry professionals, and cross-disciplinary peers to develop future-focused fashion solutions. You’ll explore the creative potential of virtual design, artificial intelligence, and sustainable materials—all while prototyping in advanced labs that bridge the physical and digital worlds. Whether you're reimagining textiles, testing concepts in AR/VR, or presenting work to brand partners, your experience will be hands-on, tech-savvy, and designed to launch or elevate a next-generation fashion career. And throughout it all, you'll enjoy the natural beauty and historic charm of our East Falls campus, nestled along the Schuylkill River and just minutes from the vibrant culture of Center City Philadelphia.

Oladayo Afolabi ’24

Oladayo’s capstone thesis focused on launching Ate Over Ten, a digital and physical fashion magazine publication with an Afro-centric focus. This innovative and engaging online platform delves deep into the fashion landscape and its underlying culture, offering a unique blend of honest fashion news and insightful critiques.

Caroline Webster ’22

Caroline Webster expands Athleta’s current offerings to include menswear offerings for increased brand awareness and future brand growth. Caroline now works as a Luxury Jewelry Consultant for Brilliant Earth.

Lucas Circello ’22

Lucas Circello launched House of Circello, an LGBTQIA+ clothing brand breaking the binary mold in the fashion industry. Lucas released an exclusive for design in collaboration with SOUVENIR for Philadelphia Pride 2022. They currently work as an Assistant Designer at QVC.

Samantha Davis ’22

Samantha Davis uses Adobe Illustration and CLO 3D digital fashion design software to create virtual renderings of her design for technical analysis and design communication. Samantha now works as a Merchandiser for Five Below.

Vanessa Fath ’20

Vanessa’s capstone thesis developed a sustainable business model for Marni under the direction and mentorship of Marni’s VP. Vanessa is now the CEO and Creative Director of The Fath Collective.

Theresa Hencek ’20

Theresa developed an entrepreneurial business model for Hencekova by Theresa Hencek for her capstone thesis. Today, she creates custom fashion illustrations for consumers and gifted products.

Siani Velasquez ’20

Siani created and launched her own entrepreneurial business model C’est La Si for her capstone thesis. Siani’s brand focuses on sustainable materials and interchangeable designs, and has been featured in numerous Fashion Shows. Siani launched her first brick-and-mortar in Philadelphia in 2023.