The 25 Best Fashion Design Blogs on the Internet

by Kyle Tuttle on May 17, 2010

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The Internet is a powerful resource for any fashionista. Everything fashionable, from news to shopping to insightful analyses of the latest runway shows, can be your with just a few clicks. Lately, the World Wide Web has also proven to be a fantastic resource for fashion designers. There is a boundless stretch of inspiration available for the fashion designer in everyone, alongside valuable tips on improving your craft. Here are 25 of the very best fashion design blogs on the Internet:

  1. Fashion Design Blog — This informational blog collects entries from a great number of fashionable contributors, and keep you posted on the latest trends and designs. With the great variety of writers sharing their pieces with the site, you’re bound to find something to learn from, get inspired by, or simply drool over!

  2. StyleBubble — Susie Bubble got her name because she’s always in her own little world — it just so happens that her world’s got a fantastic sense of style! Give this site a visit if you’re interested in her quirky insights about fashion and design, as well as her gorgeous high-detail shots of runway shows and clothes production. There’s always something fun to read in Susie’s StyleBubble!

  3. Smashing Darling — At the forefront of independent fashion design, Smashing Darling brings you the latest news and updates from the fashion designers you should know about, but don’t. With a great informational series in the Designer Toolbox, interviews with emerging names in the independent fashion design scene, and gorgeous showcases of independent fashion, Smashing Darling is exactly what its name implies — smashing!

  4. Trendland — This fabulous online magazine brings you everything you want to know about design, in all areas of design. From art to culture to photography and, of course, fashion, Trendland assaults your senses with an array of the most stylish designs you’ll see on the World Wide Web.

  5. Fashion-Incubator — If there was anything close to resembling an online bible for budding designers and future clothing moguls, Fashion-Incubator would have to be it. Professionals in the fashion industry share their insights on design and establishing yourself as a designer. With the wealth of tips you can find in this site, you’ll find it quickly reaching the top of your bookmarks list.

  6. Design Scene — Stay up-to-date on the latest happenings in the design world. In this ever-evolving industry, it pays to be on top of things; Design Scene will help make sure that you do. Check out the latest trends and what designers are cooking up for tomorrow. If nothing else, you can always draw inspiration from the site’s many stunning images.

  7. Access Fashion Online — Looking for a different approach to construction? Access Fashion Online is crazy about knits; so much so that they even offer free patterns for DIY clothing from time to time. After all, every accomplished designer should be willing to experiment with different fabrics and methods — why not start with knitting?

  8. Haute*Nature — Speaking of alternative materials and construction methods, unleash the green designer within you by incorporating recycled items into your work. Haute*Nature is a fantastic little nook in cyberspace that shows you how those old rubber tires sitting in the back of your garage can be transformed into totally fabulous accessories. Though the design ideas here range from art to architecture, there’s oodles of fashion recycling, too!

  9. Independent Fashion Bloggers — Can’t get enough of independent fashoin designers? Check out this community of fashion bloggers ad professionals looking to share and develop their tastes in fashion. You’ll find a ton of great articles on fashion design, growing your business, and sharing the love for a particular designer’s work. Any true fashionista would feel right at home here.

  10. FashionIndie.com — FashonIndie.com was created specifically for giving young designers the leg up they need to pursue their dreams. Not only are emerging designers featured and their works displayed for others’ inspiration, but the site also works as a publicity tool for their shows and exhibits. You’ll find a ton of resources useful for the independent fashion designer, so make sure you check this site out.

  11. The Cool Hunter — Looking for the cutting edge in fashion design? Head on over to The Cool Hunter, which strives to keep its readers in the know on the latest the fashion world has to offer. With featured items ranging from apparel to accessories, from loud and proud colors to elegant mutedness, The Cool Hunter makes sure you see the hottest in new designs.

  12. Pursed Lips — Join Ella as she pursues her dream of becoming a successful designer. Gain some valuable insight as she shares her thoughts on fashion design, news from the fashion world, and the many pretty things she stumbles across in pursuit of her dream.

  13. SHOWstudio.com — Design is more than just what you see on the runway or on strangers crossing the street; it’s the entire process of creation, from conception to construction and everything in between. SHOWstudio.com espouses that belief and allows you to see in video and in photograph the entirety of design, from some of the world’s top talents. If you’re looking for inspiration, this is the perfect place to get started.

  14. Fashionmission.nl — Every journey begins with a gateway. As one of Europe’s largest collections of links to top fashion sites, Fashionmission.nl is, simply put, one of the best gateways for your journey into fashion design. There are thousands upon thousands of top-quality sites for you to browse, bringing you inspiration from all across the Internet.

  15. Design Loft — If you’re looking to learn from someone with experience, Esther’s got what you need. As a 12-year industry veteran, the children’s fashion specialist knows what she’s talking about, and is eager to share her knowledge with her followers. If you’re looking into children’s fashoin as your career track, then you’ve found a great place to start.

  16. Counterfeit Chic — There’s a dark side to fashion, and that’s counterfeiting. Countless designer fakes are sold around the world, robbing the creative minds that spawned such beauties of the credit and rewards they’re due. This site helps you learn how to avoid being a knockoff while inspiring you with the designs of others. Designing something original is tricky business, but you’ll learn how.

  17. FinaL Fashion — Danielle is in love with fashion. In fact, she loves it so much that she became a talented designer and fashion illustrator. Join her as she shares her musings on design and the what’s new in the fashion world. She’s also quite generous about sharing her sketches on her blog, so you can also pick up some tips from her gorgeous illustrations.

  18. Pattern School — While some of us are pretty darn good at sketching the loveliest designs ever imagined, constructing them is another case entirely. Pattern School helps you get started on your technical skills, teaching you how to create patterns that best suit your pieces.

  19. 39th and Broadway — 39th and Broadway is a particularly intelligent site that aims to provide a deeper understanding of the fashion industry and design. With thought-provoking articles to supplement their features on the latest goings-on in fashion, this site will have you thinking twice about fashion design — in a good way.

  20. Design Crack — Design Crack scours the web for the best designs in art, architecture, fashion, and more. Its extensive fashion section will be of great interest to the budding designer, collating wonderful pieces from top designers and displaying them for the world to see. You won’t be short in inspiration when browsing this site, so make it a point to include it among your online habits.

  21. The Sartorialist — With a pedigree like being counted as one of Time Magazine’s Top 100 Design Influencers, you know that The Sartorialist is a must-read for anyone interested in fashion and design. Check out what people are wearing on the streets, pick up what’s chic, and design away!

  22. Advanced Style — Who said the older set had fuddy-duddy fashion sense? This “Sartorialist for Senior Citizens” is proof that your style can be just as golden as your years. If you’re interested in creating designs for your fashionista grandmother, or older people in general, make sure you don’t skip this wonderful source of inspiration.

  23. Stylehive — What better than appreciating good fashion design? Appreciating it with like-minded fashionistas, of course! Stylehive is an ever-growing community of fashion lovers and bloggers who like to share their design ideas and fashionable finds with each other. This site is an absolute gold mine for fashion design, so make sure you visit it religiously!

  24. Creative Curio — When working on delightfully chic designs, you’re bound to run into the need for good graphic designs. This handy website is a great source of tips and inspiration for creating beautiful graphics for your pieces. From logo creation to bold statements graphics and fanciful illustrations, you’re going to find whatever you need, design-wise, here.

  25. Design*Sponge — Design is present in everything you see. Design*Sponge takes some of the best examples of design from around the world, examines them, and present them to its readers for appreciation and inspiration. When it comes to fashion design, don’t limit your icons to just clothes; you might just get that perfect design idea from a well-decorated living room, or a breath-taking work of landscaping. With the top designs found at this site, there’s no limit to where your imagination can fly.

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Warm Pixie May 27, 2010 at 3:51 pm

Another great list. Thanks !
I think this is one is going to lose me a few hours checking out these new sites.

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