COURSES

Objective: Familiarize participants with the CLO 3D interface and basic tools to create simple garments.

Duration: 1 to 2 days > Surface level overview

Introduction to CLO 3D
- Overview of CLO 3D and its applications
- Navigating the interface and workspace customization
- Understanding 2D and 3D windows
Basic Tools and Functions
- Creating and editing patterns
- Using the polygon and rectangle tools
- Understanding pattern symmetry and cloning
Fabric Basics
- Importing and applying fabric textures
- Adjusting fabric properties (thickness, stretch, etc.)
- Overview of the fabric library
Garment Construction
- Sewing tools: segment sewing, free sewing, and m:n sewing
- Assembling a basic t-shirt and skirt
- Simulating garments
Rendering Basics
- Introduction to the render window
- Adjusting lighting and camera angles
- Exporting simple renders

Intermediate Level: Enhancing Design and Functionality

Objective: Develop proficiency in creating detailed garments, customizing patterns, and leveraging CLO’s advanced design features

Duration: 2-3 Days

Pattern Customisation and Advanced Tools
- Modifying patterns with the edit tools (folding, darting, etc.)
- Importing DXF patterns and working with block patterns
- Pattern grading basics
Advanced Fabric Techniques
- Customising fabric textures with UV maps
- Adding prints and graphics to garments
- Exploring advanced fabric properties
Design Variations
- Layering and creating inner/outerwear
- Working with pleats, gathers, and shirring
- Adding details: topstitching, piping, and trims
Virtual Fit and Adjustments
- Using avatars and adjusting poses
- Implementing body measurements
- Refining garment fit through simulation adjustments
Rendering and Presentation
- Advanced rendering settings (HDRI, material quality)
- Creating turntables and animation clips
- Exporting high-resolution images and videos

Advanced Level: Mastering CLO 3D for Professional Applications

Objective: Master complex garment creation, optimize workflows, and apply CLO 3D for professional fashion design.

Duration: 2-3 days

Complex Garment Construction
- Designing tailored garments: suits, coats, and couture pieces
- Working with multi-layered garments and linings
- Using modular design techniques
Customisation and Innovation
- Creating custom avatars using body scan data
- Building custom fabric properties using external tools
- Designing accessories like bags, shoes, and hats
3D Collaboration and Presentation
- Using CLO-SET for collaborative design
- Preparing interactive presentations for clients
- Integrating CLO 3D designs with AR/VR platforms
Efficiency and Workflow Optimisation
- Utilizing CLO APIs for automation
- Best practices for file management and organisation
- Exporting assets for production (DXF, OBJ, and AI files)
Portfolio Development
- Curating a professional CLO 3D portfolio
- Preparing for industry presentations
- Tailoring designs for specific brands or markets