Eric W. Stiles Sr., Fashion Classes
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Guided by our enduring philosophy and global mission:
“Teaching The World To Sew & Design.”
Mr. Stiles’ Fashion programs are offered at three distinguished locations—Oak Park, Palos Hills, and Joliet—attracting aspiring designers and sewing professionals from across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. Each class is crafted to deliver refined technique, creative mastery, and professional-level garment construction.
With a legacy of excellence, our online fashion programs were delivered for 6 years through 62 colleges across 35 U.S. states and two in Canada. Returning in mid-2026, these exclusive online classes will once again bring world-class, couture-level instruction to students worldwide.
• E.W.S. Academy (Oak Park): Classes begin the week of January 5, 2026 and SAVE
• Moraine Valley College (Palos Hills): Classes begin on January 8, 2026 and SAVE
• Joliet Junior College (Joliet): Classes begin on January 5, 2026 and SAVE
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For more information or questions, email or call Mr. Stiles at 708-424-4397
Meet the Instructor: Eric W. Stiles Sr. ("Mr. EWS")
Eric W. Stiles Sr., a Master Bespoke Tailor and Designer with over 40 years of experience in high-end fashion and garment construction, has worked with internationally renowned fashion houses including top-tier brands such as Brioni, Giorgio Armani, Polo Ralph Lauren and Tom Ford.
Renowned for his precision, craftsmanship, and approachable teaching style, he has guided and inspired countless aspiring designers, sewers, and industry professionals, focusing on practical techniques delivered in a supportive, stress-free environment.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced student, learning under Mr. Stiles means gaining the skills, discipline, and confidence to excel in the fashion industry. Students enrolled in these courses gain not only technical instruction but also the benefit of his global perspective, professional discipline, and dedication to craftsmanship.
His professional journey has been shaped by the guidance of master craftsmen and educators from Italy, Poland, Asia, Latin America and America, providing him with a rare and diverse foundation in the art of tailoring and design.
Among the highlights of his career was being selected by the prestigious fashion house Brioni to receive advanced training in Italy, where he further refined the skills and techniques that define world-class bespoke tailoring.
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