Anna Solo, founder of Solo Patterns and educator at Shenkar College, posing in a stylish shirt by Ofir Ivgi. She is standing against a wall, wearing distinctive blue glasses, with her image partly in black and white, symbolizing a blend of tradition and innovation in fashion design.


Meet Anna Solo, Innovator and Educator at Solo Patterns


Welcome!

I'm Anna Solo, founder of this creative educational space and a senior lecturer at Shenkar College’s Fashion Design department.

With over 30 years in the fashion industry, my passion is blending timeless design with innovative technologies.

I teach because I believe in empowering new talent with the skills to excel in our rapidly evolving field.

My approach combines deep respect for traditional craftsmanship with the excitement of cutting-edge tools.

Join me, and let’s craft the future of fashion together.









Innovative Threads: Solo Patterns' Digital Designs Featured on Dress-X

Explore the digital fashion frontier with Solo Patterns on Dress X. Dive into our avant-garde digital attire, expertly crafted in CLO3D, offering advanced modeling and sophisticated textures for the virtual realm.

Experience and purchase unique digital outfits created by us and our talented students. Perfect for virtual engagements and social media, these pieces showcase innovation and style.

Solo Patterns empowers you to create and monetize your own digital fashion. Our courses teach you to utilize platforms like Dress X, turning your designs into valuable digital assets. Join us today and immerse yourself in the vibrant world of digital fashion, where creativity thrives.


Vibrant workspace setup featuring a variety of sewing tools including threads, scissors, measuring tape, and needles, arranged neatly around a computer displaying a Solo Patterns digital sewing guide. The creative array emphasizes the blend of traditional sewing essentials with modern digital design.

Heritage Fuels Innovation

At Solo Patterns, we believe that the future of fashion design is deeply rooted in its past. In our school, we equip students with the latest tools and techniques for modern fashion design, while also honoring and integrating traditional methods. Understanding the foundational elements of classic design is crucial for innovation. By mastering both the old and the new, our students are uniquely positioned to push the boundaries of what's possible in fashion, driving the industry forward with a rich appreciation of its history. Join us at Solo Patterns, where the past and future of fashion converge to create tomorrow’s trends.

Solo Patterns' teaching methodology illustrated through a top-down composition of fresh culinary ingredients: vibrant tomatoes on the vine, basil leaves, sliced red onion, black olives, olive oil with spices, an open egg, and dried herbs, representing the foundational elements needed to create a masterpiece, just as we layer basic skills to fashion innovative designs.

Creative Design Ingredients

At Solo Patterns, we embrace a unique educational approach termed "Creative Design Ingredients," inspired by the art of salad-making. Just as a chef must understand each ingredient's flavor, texture, and interaction, our students learn the crucial elements of fashion design individually—from the physics of fabrics to advanced 3D modeling techniques. This method ensures a thorough understanding of each component before they are combined, enabling students to experiment and blend traditional crafting methods with modern digital tools creatively. Our approach not only fosters innovation but also empowers students to develop their distinctive styles, equipping them with the skills to innovate and excel in the fashion industry. This comprehensive foundation allows for true creativity and personal expression in design, preparing our students to lead and redefine fashion norms.







Solo Patterns showcases meticulous attention to detail in this vibrant top-down composition featuring a carefully arranged fashion ensemble. The image includes a neatly folded jacket with multiple pockets, straps, and buttons, surrounded by fashion design accessories like scissors, fabric samples, and zippers, all rendered in soft pastel and vibrant orange tones, emphasizing precision in fashion design.

Intricate Design Mastery

At Solo Patterns, we elevate the art of fashion design by focusing intently on the finest details—be it pockets, bows, lacing, or buttons. Our commitment to excellence is showcased in our meticulous attention to these critical elements, each of which can transform a simple garment into a statement piece. We understand that mastery comes from practice, which is why our school offers free masterclasses specifically on these intricate details. Continually updated with new lessons, these classes are designed to help students refine their skills and infuse their creations with a touch of sophistication that sets them apart in the fashion industry.