GRAFTON ACADEMY OF FASHION DESIGN LIMITED

Founded in 1938, Grafton Academy of Fashion Design Limited is Ireland’s pioneering fashion design college and a boutique learning centre that blends aesthetic vision with traditional craftsmanship. With a strong emphasis on practical, industry‑ready skills, the Academy keeps class sizes deliberately low to provide one‑to‑one tutoring, ensuring each student receives personalised guidance from experienced professionals.

The Academy offers a comprehensive portfolio of programmes, from the three‑year full‑time Fashion Design Diploma and an MFA delivered in partnership with the American College Dublin, to specialised short courses in dressmaking, millinery, fashion buying and pattern making. Intensive workshops—including one‑month and three‑month immersions—as well as summer and transition‑year options cater to beginners and advanced designers alike. Graduates join a distinguished alumni network that regularly makes its mark on the Irish and international fashion scenes.

Based in Dublin’s vibrant Portobello district, Grafton Academy welcomes aspiring designers, hobbyists and industry hopefuls who seek a hands‑on, creative education in a supportive, professional environment.