LISAA Paris Fashion School
Studying at a Fashion and Design School in Paris
At LISAA Mode Paris, we train the fashion professionals of tomorrow through two tracks: Fashion Design and Fashion Business.
We do everything possible to develop your personality and creativity. This is reflected in a dedicated academic team, faculty members from the fashion industry, a school ideally located in the heart of Paris, an internationally oriented campus, and high-quality facilities.
Whatever your background and wherever you come from, we will train you in the culture and challenges of fashion and luxury, so you can become a key player in an industry that is increasingly creative, more digital, and more mindful of the planet.
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A Parisian School for Future Fashion Professionals
In both Fashion Design and Fashion Business, LISAA Mode Paris’s teaching approach is built around projects, individual or collective, often based on real-life cases proposed by fashion houses. The goal is to train you for all fashion careers, present and future, in line with market expectations.
Our professors and guest speakers all come from the sector. Whether they have worked at Chanel, Galliano, Louis Vuitton, Celio, or Maje, they know the industry’s mechanisms and evolutions. They help us design programs aligned with market requirements and transformations.
In addition, our many partnerships with recognized companies such as Sézane, Decathlon, Alexander McQueen, and The North Face ensure direct exposure to real brand challenges.
We provide access to all our workshops, equipment, and cutting-edge software to meet learning needs.
All Fashion Design students have access to the Adobe Creative Suite and CLO3D, the leading 3D creation software in the fashion industry.
The school also offers four pattern-making rooms, a knitwear workshop, several fab labs with sublimation printing, digital embroidery, laser cutting, screen printing, a photo studio, and more.
The entire LISAA Mode Paris team is committed to providing an environment where your personality can thrive. Because learning is easier when you feel good, we promote mutual support and a friendly atmosphere. The school also implements many initiatives to maintain close relationships and ongoing listening with students.
This approach has been recognized by the HappyIndex®AtSchool 2025 label, reflecting student satisfaction with the atmosphere, teaching quality, available resources, and professional opportunities. A strong recognition that reinforces our commitment to providing demanding, human, and career-focused support.
A WORD FROM THe DIRECTOR
We train a new generation of fashion professionals: hybrid, insightful, and committed profiles, able to move fluidly between creation, strategy, and innovation. Because fashion today is no longer only about creating - it also requires the ability to understand, connect, and take a position within a complex ecosystem that is constantly evolving.
Karel Mills
School Director
Courses
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Bachelor
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- Pattern Making
- 3D Design
- Knitwear Design
- Sustainable Textile Design
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- Fashion Communication & Image
- Luxury Marketing
- Influence Marketing
Master
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- IA & Management de marque
- International fashion marketing (double diplôme)
- Fashion & Luxury Management
- Marketing de la mode & éco responsabilité
- Fashion Digital Communication & Marketing
- Fashion business
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LISAA offers programs leading to nationally recognized qualifications registered with the Répertoire National des Certifications Professionnelles (RNCP), at Level 6 for Bachelor’s degrees and Level 7 for Master’s degrees.
LISAA Mode Paris Awarded HappyIndex®AtSchool 2025
Based on anonymous student reviews, this label reflects their satisfaction with the atmosphere, teaching quality, resources available, and professional opportunities offered by LISAA Mode Paris.
Student testimonials:
- “I like the fact that when I go to school, I feel good. The school feels like a family, and being surrounded by people gives us a sense of security.”
- “We are warmly welcomed and there is no competition between students.”
- “The commitment of the professors, who are there to support us in our projects.”
- “I feel safe, I can be myself.”
- “A lot of equipment available (machines) and high-quality, experienced teachers and speakers.”
- “The opportunities during Fashion Week.”
- “Networking opportunities.”
This label reinforces our commitment to providing demanding, human, and career-focused support.
LISAA Mode students designed outfits for season 4 of Emily in Paris
A group of LISAA Mode Paris students had the opportunity to collaborate with the production team of the series Emily in Paris. They were asked to imagine and create standout costumes that have already drawn attention: the “penis pants,” featured in episode 4 of season 4.
THIERRY DA COSTA – LISAA Class of 2013
Knitwear Product Manager at Balenciaga
Thierry graduated with a LISAA Mode Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design and Pattern Making in 2011, and a Master’s Degree in Marketing, also at LISAA, in 2013. After two internships at Michel Klein and Balenciaga in men’s product development, Thierry was hired by ID Maille, a knitwear product management consulting company. In this role, he completed missions for prestigious houses such as Sonia Rykiel, Paco Rabanne, and Balenciaga Homme. He joined Balenciaga in 2015 and now works as a Knitwear Product Manager.
JESSICA PARENTE – LISAA Class of 2023
Production Supply Manager, Leather Goods and Shoes at Isabel Marant
After completing a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design and Pattern Making at LISAA Mode in 2021, Jessica continued with a Master’s Degree in Fashion and Luxury Management and Marketing, also at LISAA, which she obtained in 2023. Her dual technical and business expertise allowed her to gain experience in both creation (Assistant Seamstress for Anne Sophie Cochevelou in London) and collection development and follow-up (Mes Demoiselles Paris).
Jessica now works at Isabel Marant, focusing on the industrialization of leather goods and footwear.
GEORGIE SALAMA – LISAA Class of 2021
Independent Fashion Designer
Georgie graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Design from LISAA in 2021. A sustainable and feminist designer, she successfully took on the challenge of creating her own sewing studio to produce unique, handcrafted pieces made in France.
Among her current projects, Georgie collaborates actively with artists in the music industry. She created 10 looks for Aya Nakamura’s dancers for her performance at the Les Flammes 2024 ceremony, as well as the tailored jacket worn by Slimane during his show for Fête de la Musique 2024, broadcast live on France 2.
A dynamic, adaptive teaching approach
Our teaching approach immerses students in today’s fashion challenges, in full alignment with market expectations.
Students have the opportunity to work on real-life cases in collaboration with prestigious brands. Among these significant partnerships are projects with leading names such as Sézane and The North Face, illustrating our commitment to providing a concrete and valuable learning experience.
Personalized support
At LISAA Mode, we understand that the path to a successful career begins well before graduation. That is why we provide personalized support for each student.
Through our dedicated career support unit, we offer workshops for CV and cover letter writing, mock job interviews, and speed recruiting sessions that connect students directly with companies in the sector.
We also organize company visits and conferences with recognized professionals, giving students valuable opportunities for networking and discovering the many facets of the fashion industry.
In addition, our active alumni platform allows students to benefit from advice and support from graduates already established in the field.
E-learning Master’s programs and professional immersion: the winning duo
Master’s programs are compatible with work-study placements, and some are delivered remotely through e-learning.
This approach, combined with teaching focused on acquiring professional skills, enables smooth integration into the fashion industry, one of France’s most dynamic sectors, with more than 10,000 hires per year according to the French Ministry of Industry.
A path to a successful career in fashion
Our commitment goes beyond high-quality education and extends to supporting a promising professional future for our graduates.
With a strong network of industry partners, LISAA Mode students enter the job market through programs that include internships and work-study periods, providing valuable and recognized hands-on experience.
A vibrant, supportive student life
Life at LISAA Mode is a collective adventure where each person’s individuality is celebrated.
The school is a living space that fosters mutual support and engagement, with collaborative projects and charitable partnerships that strengthen the sense of community and social responsibility.
The friendly, respectful atmosphere is fertile ground for personal development and student well-being.
Discover LISAA Mode from the inside
We invite prospective students to contact our admissions team.
We will be happy to open the doors of our campus, allowing you to speak with our dedicated faculty and meet our passionate students. During this visit, you will experience the unique atmosphere that defines LISAA Mode.
Paris, the epicenter of global fashion
Paris is not only the capital of France, it is also the fashion capital, an epicenter of art, culture, and creativity.
For a fashion school student, living in Paris means benefiting from an incomparable environment that fosters inspiration and creative growth.
Home to emerging talent in the fashion industry
The city is home to world-renowned couture houses, luxury brands, and emerging fashion companies.
Students may complete internships in prestigious environments, work alongside talented creators, and learn the inner workings of the fashion industry.
Paris is also a major hub for fashion, attracting professionals from around the world, opening strong networking and career prospects.
Fashion Week and more: immerse yourself in current trends
Paris is a culturally rich city, offering countless fashion-related activities and events.
Fashion students will have the chance to visit exhibitions by renowned designers, attend fashion shows, and take part in influential events such as Paris Fashion Week. These unique experiences help students connect with current trends, expand their professional network, and fuel their passion for fashion.
To be admitted to LISAA Mode Paris, candidates must attend a motivation interview and present an artistic portfolio. Applications are outside Parcoursup and remain open until the end of September, subject to availability. We recommend attending our Open Days and our “Inside LISAA” discovery classes to better prepare your application and understand our teaching approach. The school primarily assesses your motivation, creativity, and professional project within the fashion world.
In Paris, you can study fashion in different higher education institutions: specialized fashion schools or universities offering fashion programs. LISAA Mode Paris, a French fashion school located in the heart of the Latin Quarter, offers comprehensive programs in Fashion Design and Fashion Business (Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree) leading to RNCP-registered qualifications. The school provides a privileged environment with prestigious partner companies, state-of-the-art facilities, and project-based learning directly connected to the Parisian fashion and luxury industries.
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