06
Emerging
Designers
the TEG Method: Fashion Mentorship Program
06
Emerging
Designers
Launching a fashion brand takes a different set of skills than designing one. The TEG Method is the next evolution of our fashion mentorship program — built on two decades of developing and producing collections in Los Angeles, and now taught live to small cohorts of designers launching at the same time.
Three programs, depending on where you are: the Launch Program and Essentials run alongside your development project at TEG, and Foundations prepares designers who haven't started development yet.
Taught from the floor where your collection is made.
teg method: mentorship cohorts
Launch cohort
For contracted TEG clients developing more than five styles.
$5000
Launching a fashion brand takes a different set of skills than designing one. The Launch Program runs alongside your development project at TEG, preparing you for launch across every part of your business: how your product is developed and sourced, where you sit against your competitors, what your collection costs and what margin it can carry, which sales channel fits your brand, and how to build the marketing and roll-out plan that takes it to market.
Ten weekly sessions, taught live to a small group of founders launching at the same time as you. You’ll finish with a costing sheet, a drop calendar, a marketing budget, and a launch plan you’ve presented to the room.
Taught from the floor where your collection is made.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
● Kick-Off & The Development Pipeline
● Product Development & Sourcing
● Merchandising & Competitive Position
● Brand & Creative Assets
● Website & Online Marketing
● Sales Channels & Calendars
● Roll-Out Strategy
● Costing & Your Bill of Materials
● Margins, Pricing & Funding
● Launch Plan Presentations
Led by Jennifer Evans and the TEG Team. All sessions recorded.
essentials cohort
For contracted TEG Clients developing fewer than five styles.
$3000
Even a small collection carries the same business decisions as a large one. Essentials runs alongside your development project at TEG, covering the ground every emerging designer needs before launch: how development and production work, who your customer is and where you sit against your competitors, what your collection costs, and how you’ll reach the people buying it.
Six live sessions with mentorship from the TEG team, taught to a small cohort of designers developing at the same time.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
● The Development & Production Process
● Defining Your Customer & Your Competitors
● Brand & Creative Assets
● Sales Channels & Reaching Your Customer
● Costing, Margins & Pricing
● Planning Your Launch
Taught live in a small cohort by a seasoned TEG team member and industry expert. Costing workbook and templates included. All sessions recorded.
foundations cohort
For designers preparing to begin development.
$2000
Most designers arrive at development with more questions than answers — and the cost of learning as you go is high. Foundations prepares you for the work before it starts: what apparel development actually involves, what a development partner will need from you, what a first collection costs to bring to market, and how to plan a launch around it.
Six live sessions with a seasoned industry mentor, taught to a group of designers at the same stage. You’ll finish ready to brief a development partner with a clear collection plan and a realistic budget.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
● The Development & Production Process
● Defining Your Customer & Your Competitors
● Merchandising Your First Collection
● What a Collection Costs to Bring to Market
● Preparing to Work With a Development Partner
● Planning Your Launch
All sessions are taught live by a seasoned industry expert. Includes guides, checklists, worksheets, and industry lists. All sessions recorded.
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FAQs
This program is ideal for emerging designers looking to refine their skills, gain industry knowledge, and develop a successful fashion brand with expert support.
You’ll gain insights into fashion development, production, sourcing, and brand growth. Our mentors provide tailored guidance to help you bring your designs to life.
No. The TEG fashion mentorship program is designed to support beginners as well as designers with some experience who want additional guidance.
Your mentor helps you make informed decisions throughout the process, whether it’s choosing fabrics, refining patterns, or planning your collection roadmap.
Mentorship sessions are scheduled around your project timeline, ensuring you get support at key stages of development.
Yes. In addition to creative guidance, mentors can advise on production planning, budgeting, and preparing to launch your brand.
Simply apply through the form on this page. Our team will review your application and reach out with next steps to help you start your journey.