One of
the latest career trends that has caught the attention of many is accessory
design. Designers have the freedom to design all kinds of leather products
ranging from gloves, to wallets, to belts and bags in this profession. Leather
technology is fast emerging as a profitable career option. Accessories are a
growing business with enough employment opportunities.
The Indian leather industry is growing by leaps and bounds. But India is exportingits leather to western countries. This is because leatherwear is in great demand abroad. The domestic market is also utilizing the contributions of this industry. The Indian Leather industry is the fourth largest exporter in the country.
The
demand for leather goods is rising and expected to grow steadily. With
multinationals companies entering India, the industry is ready to become a
hi-tech industry. Leatherwear consists of a variety of products ranging from
footwear to accessories like belts, bags, toys, upholstery, baggage, musical
instruments, garment tags, etc.
There
aren’t many well trained people in this industry. But with the industry
advancing both technologically and professionally, qualified professionalsneed to
cater to the needs and requirements of the people. Designers have started using
leather as an important part of their fashion wear and accessories. This has given
leather a lot of importance in apparel.
An
ambitious designer should be updated on new trends and have a good grasp of
technical skills if he or she wants to join the industry.
An understanding of technology, marketing, production and sales is an added bonus.
Students should have a flair for style, artistic skills, and a great sense of colour
and textures. Passion, patience, perseverance, dedication and commitment are other
skills that are required for this profession.
The
leather industry is set to explode with career opportunities in design. Foreign
multinationals along with the corporate sector have made it possible to look
forward to exciting employment opportunities in this industry. Indian exports
only included raw materials earlier but now leather goods are becoming an
increasing acceptance in international markets. This has enhanced career opportunities
for designers.
The
School of Fashion Leather Accessory Design offers under graduate programmes to impart in-depth
training in the area of Fashion Leather Goods, Garments and Accessories Design which is supported by
hands-on training with real life studio and projects under the guidance of internationally
reputed design professionals and industry experts.
