Official Partner
since 2020
since 2020
Polimoda is one of the world’s leading universities in fashion and design, located in the heart of Florence, Italy. A unique institution shaping professionals who influence the future of the global fashion industry.
1. Polimoda is ranked among the top 10 fashion schools globally by Business of Fashion for academic excellence, immersive learning, and long-term value.
2. With over 2,000 students from 70 countries and 90% of courses taught in English, Polimoda offers a truly diverse, international environment and a strong, ever-growing alumni network.
3. Four departments: Fashion Design, Fashion Business, Design Management, and Art Direction.
Each offers Bachelor’s programs (3–4 years), 9-month Master’s programs, and 4-week seasonal courses.
4. Polimoda’s leadership includes Ferruccio Ferragamo as President, Massimiliano Giornetti as Director, and Linda Loppa as Advisor for Strategy and Vision.
The Board also features representatives from Pitti Immagine, the City of Florence, and the Pucci family.
5. Industry partnerships include joint programs with luxury groups such as LVMH, Kering, Richemont, and collaborations with Vogue, WGSN, and Saatchi & Saatchi.
The school collaborates with over 2,000 companies worldwide, offering students access to real-world projects and industry internships.
6. Polimoda boasts a 91% graduate employment rate within nine months of graduation, thanks to strong internship opportunities and the annual Business Links career days, where students connect directly with HR teams from leading fashion companies.
7. Its alumni include industry names such as
Edgardo Osorio (Aquazzura),
Francesco Risso (Marni),
Luc and Lucie Meier (ex Jil Sander),
Fabrizio Fabbro (ex Burberry),
Torsten Hochstetter (ex Puma), and
Massimiliano Giornetti (ex Ferragamo).
8. Leading fashion figures regularly participate in Polimoda’s events, guest lectures, and publications — among them
Marco Bizzarri (ex CEO of Gucci),
Suzy Menkes (Condé Nast),
David Fischer (Highsnobiety),
Laudomia Pucci (Emilio Pucci),
Marina Abramović,
Rick Owens, and others.
9. The school operates across two campuses in Florence:
Villa Favard, a Renaissance landmark in the city center, and a contemporary design lab housed in a former tobacco factory.
2. With over 2,000 students from 70 countries and 90% of courses taught in English, Polimoda offers a truly diverse, international environment and a strong, ever-growing alumni network.
3. Four departments: Fashion Design, Fashion Business, Design Management, and Art Direction.
Each offers Bachelor’s programs (3–4 years), 9-month Master’s programs, and 4-week seasonal courses.
4. Polimoda’s leadership includes Ferruccio Ferragamo as President, Massimiliano Giornetti as Director, and Linda Loppa as Advisor for Strategy and Vision.
The Board also features representatives from Pitti Immagine, the City of Florence, and the Pucci family.
5. Industry partnerships include joint programs with luxury groups such as LVMH, Kering, Richemont, and collaborations with Vogue, WGSN, and Saatchi & Saatchi.
The school collaborates with over 2,000 companies worldwide, offering students access to real-world projects and industry internships.
6. Polimoda boasts a 91% graduate employment rate within nine months of graduation, thanks to strong internship opportunities and the annual Business Links career days, where students connect directly with HR teams from leading fashion companies.
7. Its alumni include industry names such as
Edgardo Osorio (Aquazzura),
Francesco Risso (Marni),
Luc and Lucie Meier (ex Jil Sander),
Fabrizio Fabbro (ex Burberry),
Torsten Hochstetter (ex Puma), and
Massimiliano Giornetti (ex Ferragamo).
8. Leading fashion figures regularly participate in Polimoda’s events, guest lectures, and publications — among them
Marco Bizzarri (ex CEO of Gucci),
Suzy Menkes (Condé Nast),
David Fischer (Highsnobiety),
Laudomia Pucci (Emilio Pucci),
Marina Abramović,
Rick Owens, and others.
9. The school operates across two campuses in Florence:
Villa Favard, a Renaissance landmark in the city center, and a contemporary design lab housed in a former tobacco factory.
FAST FACTS ABOUT POLIMODA
WHY CHOOSE POLIMODA?
A world-class education:
Programs are developed in collaboration with top global experts, ensuring students gain relevant knowledge and insight into today’s fashion industry.
Direct access to the industry:
Polimoda works closely with major fashion houses and figures — from Gucci and Ferragamo to Vogue Italia and leading industry figures such as Walter Van Beirendonck, Anne Van Assche, Tim Blanks, and more.
Students benefit from exclusive internship and hiring opportunities.
Creative freedom and innovation:
Polimoda fosters creativity and experimentation with materials, formats, and ideas. Students are encouraged to find their unique path and bring their visions to life.
READY TO LAUNCH YOUR CAREER IN FASHION WITH POLIMODA?
Start your journey toward becoming an industry professional through one of the world’s most prestigious programs.
Programs are developed in collaboration with top global experts, ensuring students gain relevant knowledge and insight into today’s fashion industry.
Direct access to the industry:
Polimoda works closely with major fashion houses and figures — from Gucci and Ferragamo to Vogue Italia and leading industry figures such as Walter Van Beirendonck, Anne Van Assche, Tim Blanks, and more.
Students benefit from exclusive internship and hiring opportunities.
Creative freedom and innovation:
Polimoda fosters creativity and experimentation with materials, formats, and ideas. Students are encouraged to find their unique path and bring their visions to life.
READY TO LAUNCH YOUR CAREER IN FASHION WITH POLIMODA?
Start your journey toward becoming an industry professional through one of the world’s most prestigious programs.
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"First Steps into the Global Industry: Paris" — interview with Polimoda alum and Wild About mentor Anatoly Talanenko
Video introduction to Polimoda by WA founder and alumna Leniza
Podcast interview with a second-year Fashion Design student
Podcast interview with a Polimoda graduate
Video introduction to Polimoda by WA founder and alumna Leniza
Podcast interview with a second-year Fashion Design student
Podcast interview with a Polimoda graduate
We provide personalized support at every stage of the Polimoda application process:
Entry test preparation
Integration into the Florence creative community
Communication with
the university
the university
Program selection guidance
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