A step-by-step guide to create your very own Moodboard

People often stress on the importance of finding inspiration, especially in creative fields. However, have we realized that it takes equal amounts of effort to organise these innovative thoughts and turn them into something concrete? Especially, in programs like a Professional Diploma In Interior and Fashion Design, moodboards can be of great help! In definition, mood boards are digital or physical collages where one can arrange materials, images, text and other design aspects into a format that represents the overall idea and gives life to the inspiration. Generally, mood boards are conceptualized by professionals and students of diverse industries including fashion, interior and design. This blog will delve deeper into the main reasons to use a mood board and how you can create one in a hassle-free manner.

3 key reasons to use a mood board

Define & refine your ideas – Often the idea only swims in your head and you may second-guess yourself on its possibility. Sometimes, you would just require a sense of validation and some guidance which a mood board can fulfil. Both ways, a mood board will give a sense of direction and clarity that will enable you to improvise on your designs that are creative, innovative yet achievable.

Communicate your ideas better – Have you ever been stuck in a situation where the idea is perfectly drawn in your head but it does not have the same impact when you are trying to communicate it to someone else? This is where a mood board can be of great use! When you place your designs and other elements, you will be able to give a visual appeal while explaining to your peers, professors and even colleagues. This way, you can get constructive feedback on the elements that are your strengths and the ones that would require more work.

Move from design to strategy – Creating a mood board is that stage in the process where you have to move from design to strategise. Before this, you have completely focused on the creation of a design that includes the patterns, materials, tones, shades and many others. Through a mood board, you will be able to embrace creativity and thoroughly understand what would work for your target audience.

3 Go-To steps to creating your mood board

Brainstorm your theme – As inspiration kicks in, you may not have an exact idea but there may be some key elements that you would like to add. This is where you must brainstorm a theme that will go well with these elements. For instance, for interior design, it is best to zero down on the style, material, and colour. On the other hand, for fashion design, think about the audience you are targeting, are these designs inspired by a mood or an event and think harder on the ethnicities you are intending to use. Allow yourself to have a broad perspective and take note of all things that resonate with your design.

Collect these elements – Once you have somewhat finalized on the ideas you want to incorporate, start thinking on the elements you would like to use. In the fashion line, you could think of unique elements that can be added in fashion editorial shoots, illustration, sketches, colour swatches, fabrics that uplifts your design. In the case of interior design, look out for fonts that can be utilized to depict diverse connotations that give rise to a conventional yet contemporary, catering to a wider target audience.

Create, Curate & Present -Now that you would have had your ideas and elements in place, it is only a matter of placing them harmoniously and building some depth that reflects authenticity. While placing them, make sure to use a cohesive colour palette and get rid of elements that clash one another. In case you are creating a digital mood board, consider using five key colours for the images and swatches. Alternatively, for a physical mood board, use real paint and fabrics to create a better impact.

At Capital Education, you will learn it all – from creating mood boards to learning the art of fashion and interior design. Our team of experienced and professional faculty will take you through every step of the Professional Diploma Program in Interior and Fashion Design. At the end of the program, you will receive a certificate from London College of Arts that can further be attested by KHDA in Dubai, allowing you to kickstart your journey in the creative industries. To learn more about this program drop a line at hello@capital.ac.ae or call us at +9714 397 0095.