Accademia del Lusso

What Accademia del Lusso does

Accademia del Lusso is a private Italian fashion, design, and luxury management school headquartered at Via Montenapoleone 5 in Milan's Quadrilatero della Moda, operating under the legal entity ADLM S.r.l. a socio unico. The institution delivers a tiered educational portfolio comprising MUR-accredited three-year bachelor's degrees (Fashion Styling & Communication, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Fashion Brand Management, Graphic Design, Video and Communication, Product Design), a two-year MUR-accredited specialist course in Fashion Art Direction that issues a Level II Academic Diploma equivalent to a Master's degree, first-level master's programs across brand management, communication, sustainable design, luxury management, beauty business, and urban design, 18 professional courses (6–18 months), intensive and short-term programs, and a preparatory Foundation Year priced at €8,000. Delivery is hybrid — in-person at Milan and three Rome campuses plus online webinars and evening sessions — supported by a standard learning management system and student portal.

The school serves five distinct segments: aspiring fashion professionals seeking accredited credentials, mid-career professionals pursuing master's-level advancement, career-changers taking professional courses, international students entering via the Foundation Year, and short-term international learners (summer programs, Milan Fashion Week experiences). Commercial activity is anchored by a Career Service that engages roughly 200 student-employer meetings at flagship Career Days and reports a 90% graduate placement rate within 6–8 months, sustained by direct relationships with major houses such as Prada, Ferragamo, Louis Vuitton, OTB, and Michael Kors.

Revenue is generated entirely through tuition across program tiers and formats, with the most visible price point being the €8,000 Foundation Year; bachelor's and master's tuition is not publicly disclosed. The operating model is consultative sales-led, with prospective students acquired through Open Days (in-person and virtual), career events, and direct inquiries, supplemented by international recruitment via partnerships with 15+ foreign schools including Pratt Institute, ESMOD, Tiangong University, and the Management and Development Committee of New City of Linping. No revenue, headcount, or enrollment figures are disclosed.

Name

Accademia del Lusso

Legal name

ADLM S.r.l. a socio unico

Website

https://accademiadellusso.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Accademia del Lusso is a private Italian fashion, design, and luxury management school in Milan that delivers MUR-accredited bachelor's and master's degrees, professional courses, and short-term programs to aspiring and mid-career fashion professionals across Milan and Rome campuses.

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Product category

Fashion and Design Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

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Fashion & Apparel Design Colleges

Education/Higher Education (Colleges & Universities)/Arts, Music & Design Colleges

Keywords

• Fashion education
• Design school
• Luxury management
• Bachelor's degree programs
• Professional courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Milano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

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B2C

Offering type

Services

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Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition - Three-Year Bachelor's Degrees: Revenue from MUR-accredited three-year bachelor's degree programs (Fashion Styling & Communication, Fashion Design, Fashion Brand Management, Interior Design, Graphic Design, Video and Communication) offered in Milan and Rome.
2. Tuition - Master's Programs: First-level master's programs in Fashion Brand Management, Fashion Communication Management, Sustainable Fashion Design, Alta Moda & Lusso, Luxury Management, Beauty Business Management, and Urban Design.
3. Tuition - Professional Courses: Professional courses in fashion design, communication, management, and design with durations from 6-18 months, available in both evening and hybrid online/onsite formats.
4. Tuition - Intensive and Short-term Programs: Intensive courses, summer programs, and short-term courses for international students and career explorers.
5. Foundation Year Program: Preparatory one-year program for international students priced at €8,000, preparing students for undergraduate fashion studies.

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Core offering

Accademia del Lusso delivers MUR-accredited higher-education programs and non-accredited professional training in fashion design, styling, communication, brand management, interior design, and luxury management, delivered across campuses in Milan and Rome. Offerings include three-year bachelor's degrees, first-level master's degrees, a two-year Fashion Art Direction specialist course, 18 professional courses (6–18 months), intensive courses, and short-term summer programs. Revenue is generated primarily from student tuition fees paid per academic cycle.

Product overview

Accademia del Lusso is a fashion and design school offering a comprehensive educational portfolio structured across multiple program types: three-year Bachelor's degree programs (Triennali) accredited by MUR including Fashion Styling & Communication, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Fashion Brand Management, Graphic Design, Video and Communication, and Product Design; a two-year specialized Fashion Art Direction course issuing Level II Academic Diplomas; Master's degree programs (Master) covering Fashion Brand Management, Fashion Communication Management, Sustainable Fashion Design, Alta Moda & Lusso, Luxury Management, Beauty Business Management, and Urban Design; Professional courses (18 programs, 43 modules) ranging from 6-18 months including Fashion Business Management, Visual Merchandising, Fashion Events, Fashion Styling, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Home Decoration, technical courses (Tecnico di Collezione, Tecnico Modellista, Tecnico di Confezione), and Visual Merchandising; Intensive courses in Interior Design, Shoes & Accessories Design, and Fashion Product Design; short-term courses including Summer Programs, Foundation Year, Italian Fashion & Design Lab, and Made in Italy courses. The school has campuses in Milan and Rome, with courses available in Italian and English.

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• Fashion Styling & Communication (Three-Year Bachelor's Degree, MUR-accredited) Three-year MUR-accredited bachelor's degree providing cross-disciplinary skills in fashion communication for roles in the fashion system. Delivered at Milan and Rome campuses.
• Fashion Design (Three-Year Bachelor's Degree, MUR-accredited) Three-year MUR-accredited bachelor's degree developing creative skills in fashion design, enabling students to design collections and build a professional portfolio. Delivered at Milan and Rome campuses.
• Interior Design (Three-Year Bachelor's Degree, MUR-accredited) Three-year MUR-accredited bachelor's degree training students to create architectural spaces aligned with fashion industry tastes and needs. Delivered at Milan and Rome campuses.
• Fashion Brand Management (Three-Year Bachelor's Degree, MUR-accredited) Three-year MUR-accredited bachelor's degree training professionals in strategic and operational brand management activities, brand development, and positioning.
• Graphic Design (Three-Year Bachelor's Degree, MUR-accredited) Three-year MUR-accredited bachelor's degree providing in-depth knowledge and specific skills for roles in visual communication.
• Video and Communication (Three-Year Bachelor's Degree, MUR-accredited) Three-year MUR-accredited bachelor's degree providing knowledge and skills for video production roles in the fashion industry.
• Product Design (Three-Year Bachelor's Degree) Three-year program focusing on product design disciplines within the fashion and design context.
• Fashion Art Direction (Two-Year Specialist Course, MUR-accredited) Two-year specialist course providing in-depth knowledge to pursue a Fashion Art Director profession, covering advertising campaigns, photographic projects, and brand visual representation. Issues a Level II Academic Diploma equivalent to a Master's Degree.
• Fashion Brand Management (First-Level Master's, MUR-accredited) First-level master's training professionals in strategic and operational management for fashion brand development and positioning.
• Fashion Communication Management (First-Level Master's, MUR-accredited) First-level master's providing skills in planning advertising campaigns, promoting corporate values, and communicating brand vision and mission.
• Sustainable Fashion Design (First-Level Master's, MUR-accredited) First-level master's training fashion designers for luxury company product areas with focus on sustainable and ethical fashion.
• Alta Moda & Lusso (First-Level Master's, MUR-accredited) First-level master's training expert professionals in Alta Moda capable of designing collections according to highest quality standards.
• Luxury Management (First-Level Master's, MUR-accredited) First-level master's training executives with knowledge for developing and managing luxury goods management strategies.
• Beauty Business Management (First-Level Master's, MUR-accredited) Master's program with a multidisciplinary approach combining theoretical foundations with an applied component for the beauty business sector.
• Urban Design (First-Level Master's, MUR-accredited) Master's program training designers capable of transforming spaces into multifunctional hubs where fashion, art, culture and business meet.
• Fashion Business Management (Professional Course) Professional course (6–14 months) training professionals in economic dynamics and management of fashion and luxury sectors, marketing, and retail strategies. Available in evening and hybrid online/onsite formats.
• Visual Merchandising (Professional Course) Professional course training specialists in visual and commercial communication within retail environments.
• Fashion Events (Professional Course) Professional course training professionals to manage all aspects of fashion events as communication strategies.
• Fashion Styling (Professional Course) Professional course training experts in style capable of identifying trends, creating original looks, and defining brand identity.
• Fashion Design (Professional Course) Professional course training professional stylists with skills to design unique contemporary fashion collections, including software and technology usage.
• Interior Design (Professional Course) Professional course (5–8 months) training professionals in interior design for functional and aesthetically curated environments.
• Home Decoration (Professional Course) Professional course (6–9 months) training professionals in interior design for functional and aesthetically curated spaces.
• Tecnico di Collezione (Professional Course) Professional course training professionals capable of designing garments with correct fit and creating them using machinery and manual techniques.
• Tecnico Modellista (Professional Course) Professional course training professionals in the fashion industry capable of designing garments with correct fit from sketches.
• Tecnico di Confezione (Professional Course) Professional course (18 months) providing skills to assemble complete garments using industrial machinery and manual techniques.
• Interior Design (Intensive Course) Intensive course for those wanting to approach and deepen space design from theoretical and practical foundations.
• Shoes & Accessories Design (Intensive Course) Intensive course providing tools to design fashion accessory collections and acquire knowledge to create prototypes and samples.
• Fashion Product Design (Intensive Course) Intensive course training professionals capable of developing, designing and decorating various types of interiors and spaces.
• Foundation Year (One-Year Preparatory Program) One-year preparatory course (€8,000 tuition) supporting growth and development for undergraduate studies in fashion and design. Available online or blended, max 15 students per class, includes 200 hours of Italian language training to B1/B2 level.
• Summer Program (Short-term Course) Summer course (30 hours) for those wanting to approach the fashion world.
• Summer Fashion Design (Short-term Course) Summer fashion design course (120 hours) providing complete and engaging training experience during summer break.
• Italian Fashion & Design Lab (Short-term Course) Five-day intensive course (38 hours) held during Milan Fashion Week exploring Italian fashion, design and visual culture through lectures and guided visits.
• Made in Italy & Luxury Goods Industry (Short-term Course) Ten-week course exploring Italian luxury fashion and strategies behind successful Made in Italy brands, covering branding, communication, merchandising, and digital marketing.
• Summer Course in Design (Short-term Course) Flexible 1–4 week summer course combining Fashion Design, Interior Design, Product Design, and Graphic Design with practical projects and portfolio building.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of graduates secure internships or professional collaborations within 6-8 months
• +2 more outcomes

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Partnerships

31 partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and major.

• ColombominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 June 2025Colombo supplied fine fabrics for the Senza Limiti fashion show (June 2025). Leading textile company known for commitment to sustainability.
• CandianiminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 June 2025Candiani supplied denim for the Senza Limiti fashion show (June 2025). Leading sustainable denim textile company, demonstrating Accademia del Lusso's commitment to eco-friendly fashion education.
• Accademia St. LouisminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 June 2025Accademia St. Louis collaborated on the Senza Limiti fashion show soundtrack (June 2025), creating an immersive multisensory experience with music and fashion convergence.
• LABA FirenzeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 June 2025Libera Accademia di Belle Arti di Firenze collaborated on the 'Made in Italy: beyond the borders of La dolce vita' talk preceding the Senza Limiti fashion show, discussing Italian fashion identity in global context.
• Palazzo RipettaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 May 2025Five-star Relais & Châteaux hotel collaborated on Rome Fashion Path 2025 event, hosting student fashion exhibitions in historic 16th-century building between Piazza del Popolo and Piazza di Spagna.
• Breeze GroupminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 April 2025Breeze Group collaborated on the Giuliano Fujiwara monograph and exhibition project (April 2025), bringing the brand's world closer to younger generations and celebrating refined design heritage.
• Farm Studio FactoryminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 October 2024Produced the short film 'Il giardino e lo specchio' for Accademia del Lusso, presented at Rome Film Festival 2024. Collaboration showcases creative production capabilities.
• MantecominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 May 2024Manteco supplied fine fabrics for the Oniricon fashion show (May 2024), featuring 76 outfits by 30 designers. The partnership highlights sustainable textile sourcing, with Manteco known for innovative recycling techniques.
• Modelli si NascecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2024Modelli si Nasce is the first and only association in Italy preparing autistic young people to enter the fashion and communication world. Collaboration includes Autistic City photography exhibition, Turbanti project, and The Garden and the Mirror short film at Rome Film Festival, promoting fashion inclusion and social responsibility.
• Management and Development Committee of New City of LinpingmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Strategic collaboration agreement signed at Fashion Sport Week in Hangzhou, China. Partnership aims to establish synergies for future projects related to education, fashion, and cultural promotion between Italy and China.
• PradamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 October 2023Prada participated in Career Day Milano 2023 organized by Accademia del Lusso. The event facilitated approximately 200 meetings between students and major fashion companies. Prada's participation demonstrates strong industry relationships and recruitment interest in Accademia del Lusso graduates.
• FerragamomajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 October 2023Ferragamo participated in Career Day Milano 2023 and hosted an employer branding seminar at Accademia del Lusso in March 2026. The partnership includes career talks, talent acquisition, and industry engagement activities.
• Louis VuittonmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 October 2023Louis Vuitton participated in Career Day Milano 2023, demonstrating recruitment interest in Accademia del Lusso graduates for internship and professional opportunities.
• OTB (Only The Brave)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 October 2023OTB participated in Career Day Milano 2023, representing brands like Maison Margiela, Marni, and Viktor & Rolf for student recruitment.
• Michael KorsmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 October 2023Michael Kors participated in Career Day Milano 2023, engaging with students for potential internships and career opportunities.
• Pratt InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPratt Institute (New York, USA) is listed among Accademia del Lusso's international collaborations. Students can participate in exchange programs and collaborative projects with one of the leading American design schools.
• ESMOD InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerESMOD Institute (Paris, France) is a key international partner. As the oldest fashion school in the world, ESMOD collaboration enhances Accademia del Lusso's global positioning and student exchange opportunities.
• Tiangong UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTiangong University School of Textile Science and Engineering (People's Republic of China) partnership enables cultural and educational exchange between Italy and China in fashion and textile studies.
• DAAP College of DesignminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDAAP College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning at University of Cincinnati (USA) is an international partner for design education collaboration.
• EIDM ParisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEcole Internationale de Mode et Luxe (Paris, France) partnership for luxury fashion education exchange and collaboration.
• eCampus UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint organization of Fashion & Talents annual fashion show at Piazza di Spagna, Rome. Partnership enables accreditation and institutional recognition for Accademia del Lusso's flagship student showcase event (VII edition in 2025).
• Career Service Partner CompaniescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCareer Service maintains strong network of direct contacts with fashion and luxury companies for internship and job placement. Partnership network enables 90% of graduates to secure internships or professional collaborations within 6-8 months.
• Harper CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHarper College (Illinois, USA) was selected as the international institute partner for the VII edition of Fashion & Talents 2025, representing the global fashion education community at the event.
• LABA DoualaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLibera Accademia dei Beaux-arts Douala (Cameroon) collaboration for the From Trash to Flash sustainable fashion show project, promoting African-European fashion exchange.
• Mod'art International Fashion SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMod'art International Fashion School (Paris, France) partnership for international fashion education exchange.
• EIML ParisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEcole de Marketing et Management du Luxe (Paris, France) partnership for luxury fashion management education collaboration.
• AMD Akademie Mode & DesignminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAMD Akademie Mode & Design (Germany) partnership for international design education exchange.
• UDIT MadridminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversidad Diseño, Innovación y Tecnología (Madrid, Spain) partnership for design innovation education.
• FAD InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFAD Institute of Luxury Fashion & Style (Pune, Mumbai, India; Dubai, UAE) partnership for luxury fashion education in emerging markets.
• GSD Gurukul School of DesignminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGurukul School of Design (Ramchandpura, India) partnership for design education exchange.
• Luxury Connect Business SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLuxury Connect Business School (India) partnership for luxury business education collaboration.

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Direct peers

• ESMOD: ESMOD is a global French fashion design school network with campuses across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. While Accademia del Lusso lists ESMOD as an international partner, ESMOD also operates its own programs that compete for the same international student segment seeking fashion education in Europe.
• Polimoda: Polimoda is an Italian fashion school based in Florence recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education. It offers comparable fashion design, brand management, and luxury programs with strong industry partnerships, positioning it as a direct competitor in the Italian higher-education fashion segment.
• Domus Academy: Domus Academy is a Milan-based postgraduate design and fashion school offering master's programs in fashion design, brand management, and luxury. It targets a similar international professional audience and competes directly with Accademia del Lusso's master's-level offerings.
• Raffles Milano: Raffles Milano is an Italian private fashion, design, and visual arts school in Milan offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs. It competes directly with Accademia del Lusso for Italian and international fashion students in Milan.
• Istituto Marangoni: Istituto Marangoni is one of the most prominent Italian fashion and design schools with campuses in Milan, Florence, Paris, London, Dubai, Shanghai, and Mumbai. It competes directly with Accademia del Lusso across bachelor's, master's, and short-term fashion programs, sharing the same target audience of aspiring fashion professionals.
• Istituto Europeo di Design (IED): IED is a leading Italian private fashion, design, and visual arts school with multiple campuses across Italy, Spain, and Brazil. It directly competes with Accademia del Lusso in undergraduate and postgraduate fashion and design education, with comparable MUR-accredited programs and industry placement focus.
• Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (NABA): NABA is a Milan-based private academy of fine arts, design, and fashion, recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education. It offers comparable bachelor's and master's programs in fashion design, textile design, and fashion styling, making it a direct peer in the Italian private higher-education fashion segment.

Broad incumbents

• Central Saint Martins (UAL): Central Saint Martins is a globally recognized constituent college of the University of the Arts London. While based in the UK, it competes with Accademia del Lusso for top international fashion students and is a benchmark institution in the global luxury fashion education space.

Regional players

• Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera: Accademia di Brera is a public Italian fine arts academy in Milan offering accredited programs in design, fashion, and visual arts. As a public institution with longer history, it competes for similar Milan-based fashion students but with different funding structure and broader fine arts focus.

Emerging players

• Mod'Art International: Mod'Art International is a Paris-based private fashion school. While listed as an international partner of Accademia del Lusso, it also operates its own fashion management and design programs, positioning it as an emerging competitor in the European fashion education market.

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