The Fashion Class

The Fashion Class is a hands-on fashion education program for all ages that blends sewing, design, and industry knowledge to inspire creativity, self-expression, and real-world fashion skills.

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The Fashion Class Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2026

Background

No major franchisors in this space, wide open territory.
Screen-Free and Skill Building- Parents love us because our students learn a valuable life skill.
Sewing develops hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, and problem-solving.
There's truly nothing else like us in the "edu-tainment" industry. Extroverted children have dance and theater, athletic minded kids have sports. The Fashion Class fills a void for the creative child, and gives them an outlet for self expression.
Membership model.

Company Details

Established: 2012
First Unit Franchised: 2025
Franchised Units: 3
Company Owned Units: 0
Registered in all states except: CA, HI, IL, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No

Support and Training Offered By The Fashion Class

Financial Assistance Provided: No

Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Specify: through BUILD'M

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Specify: through BUILD'M

Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Specify: training manuals available for community outreach and customer acquisition

Co-operative Advertising: No

Training:
Sewing patterns delivered direct to studios.
Tutorials & daily lessons for instructors available.
Fashion illustration seasonal curriculum provided.
Branding and entrepreneurship multi-week curriculum as well as fashion industry curriculum provided. Operations manuals for reception, onboarding new hires, marketing support, and website development. Operations and training manuals/videos for instructors.
Full roadmap for studio setup and design.

2026 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a The Fashion Class Franchise.

What does a The Fashion Class Franchise Cost?

The Fashion Class franchise fees for 2026:

Cash Investment: $150,000 liquid
Total Investment: $187,950 - $324,900
Minimum Net Worth: $400,000
Single Unit Franchise Fee: $60,000
Franchise Fee for Each Additional Unit:
  • $60,000 - 1 unit
  • $110,000 - 2 units
  • $135,000 - 3 units
  • $180,000 - 4 units
  • $225,000 - 5 units
  • $240,000 - 6 units
  • $280,000 - 7 units
  • $320,000 - 8 units
  • $360,000 - 9 units
  • 10+ units: $35,000 each
Royalty: 8%
Ad: 1%
Other Fees: 2% LAR
Average Number of Employees: 1 FT (3-5 PT)
Item 19: Yes
SBA Registry: Yes
Visa Candidates: No
Passive Ownership: No
Semi-Passive Ownership: Yes
Specify: Due to the late afternoon and early evening hours this allows for a PT ownership model with FT manager.
Home-Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes ($5000 on 1st license)

Is The Fashion Class a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. The Fashion Class is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is The Fashion Class a Home Based franchise?

No. The Fashion Class is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do The Fashion Class Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much The Fashion Class franchisees make. The Fashion Class offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is The Fashion Class a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. The Fashion Class is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does The Fashion Class Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. The Fashion Class franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does The Fashion Class Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. The Fashion Class franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is The Fashion Class Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. The Fashion Class franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is The Fashion Class Looking for International franchisees?

No. The Fashion Class franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see The Fashion Class's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Education, Recently Added Franchises, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

Yes

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

No

The Fashion Class Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing The Fashion Class franchises for sale. We may have The Fashion Class franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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