Fashion Illustrations – From Standard Croquis to Fashion Illustration Croquis: A Step-by-Step Guide

Let’s embark on a creative journey by transforming a standard croquis into a fashion illustration croquis. 

Start by downloading the standard croquis using the link provided in the description below. There are three versions available within the download, the standard croquis, midsize, and curvy plus-size croquis. These are brought to you by The Fashion Design Book .

But what is the difference between a standard croquis and a fashion illustration, you might wonder? Well, think of a standard croquis as your basic starting point in fashion design – it’s like a simple outline of a person. It’s handy for designers because it gives us a blank canvas to sketch our clothing ideas. 

Now, when it comes to fashion illustration croquis, it’s a whole different vibe. These are like our artistic sidekicks; they’re more detailed and expressive, letting us show off not just the clothes, but also the mood and personality behind them. While standard croquis are practical for envisioning styles proportionately, fashion illustration croquis are our way of turning sketches into pieces of art. 

The Fashion Design Book primarily focuses on flat sketches. We can also leverage its silhouette and design detail library to craft mesmerizing fashion illustrations. It’s all about taking what’s given and turning it into something uniquely yours.

In the video, I will also be guiding you through overlaying the 9-head croquis and emphasizing how versatile these croquis can be. Don’t forget, that they can be resized in width as we progress through this creative process, allowing for flexibility in your designs.

Now, let’s delve into the step-by-step process of transforming a standard croquis into a fashion illustration croquis. We’ll explore techniques and discuss nuances, and by the end of it, you’ll have your own personalized fashion illustration croquis ready to bring your designs to life.

As we embark on this artistic endeavor, keep in mind that fashion illustration is not just about drawing clothes on a figure. It’s about storytelling, expressing your unique style, and bringing your designs to life on paper.

Feel free to pause the video, rewind, and experiment at your own pace. This process is not about perfection; it’s about unleashing your creativity. So, whether you’re an aspiring designer or a seasoned pro, join me on this creative voyage as we turn standard croquis into a basic fashion illustration pose.

You can apply the same logic you learn in this video and reference any other pose that you may want to recreate. After you go through this process with me once, try it again with another pose. There are also more pose options in the video vault.  

Don’t forget to share your progress in sketching with The Fashion Design Book! I would love to see your unique spin on fashion illustration. You can download your free Fashion Croquis guide below to go through this video with me.