Part 1: Learning CLO3D / Style3D

In part one of learning with CLO3D or Style3D, we will start learning the software basics and move towards more advanced steps like finishing the garment and the concept of garment creation.
After completing this part you should be able to understand how to make realistic garments with trims and finishing applied. Let’s get started!

Which software to choose CLO3D vs Style3D (Free Version)?
I want everyone to participate in the future of digital and AI fashion. People Join my course from more than 10+ countries and everyone does not have the resources to purchase the CLO software. Yes, CLO3D has more acceptability in the industry but Style3D also has almost the same features, UI, and quality.

Set Up CLO3D
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1.1 Download CLO3D from https://clo3d.com

*The tutorial videos will be updated regularly to accommodate changes due to software updates or new topics that the community requests.

Tutorials ( We are updating our tutorial based on the latest update on 11th Nov 24. )

*You should not have any issues for now. If you have any issues use discussion channel to ask.

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3D Stage 1: Modeling

Assignment 1.1 : Creating your first dress!
In assignment 1.1 we will learn the setting up of CLO3D and learning basic tools for CLO3D. We will also see the different windows like library window, object browser, and property editor. (Imp: Do with a mouse, if you are using magic mouse check the user setting in CLO)

Understanding user interface and simple tools: Watch Now

Working with Modular Library: Watch Now, Asset Folder (1 GB)
*You can find multiple garments and textures in asset folder. Keep saving all your textures, stitches, garments, and other files in this folder, and add them to the CLO library for quick access.

Submissions Folder: Click here
Other assets file: Basic torso file, Dress File
Assignment 1.2 : Fundamentals of garment creation

In assignment 1.2 we will learn to create the basic garments, use tools to edit the garments in CLO3D. We will also learn to apply different fabrics to the garment.

Tutorial video (Stitching): Click Here
Tutorial video (Create/Edit Pattern): Click Here
Submissions Folder: Click here
Assets file: Stitching assignment clo3d file
Assignment 1.3 : Layering and particle distance
Assignment 1.4 : Draping

In this assignment we will learn to work on the draping side of the 3D fashion:

Draping Part 1: Click Here
Draping Part 2: Click Here
Submissions Folder: Click here
Other assets file: Pose file(.obj) (Download and Unzip)

**To open the .obj file properly. Go to file—-Import —OBJ. Choose “8ft poser” as scale while importing to CLO.

3D Stage 2: Finishing

Assignment 1.5 : Understanding Seams and Trims
Finishing is an essential part of 3D garment creation. It influences the final outcome of your design and rendering quality. Do the assignments multiple times and ask as many doubts until you are not satisfied. In the finishing process, we will see how to work with seams, 3-D topstitch, fold angle, puckering, and other tools for finishing a garment.

Finishing technique Video: Video

Finishing T-shirt: Video, CLO File

Finishing shirt: Video, CLO File, H&M Garment Ref.

Sports Bra Finishing: Video, CLO File, H&M Garment Ref.

Submissions Folder: Click here
Assignment 1.6: Buttons and Zipper

3D Stage 3: Texturing

Assignment 1.7: Texture Development

In this assignment, we will cover the basics of texture development. Don’t worry we have a complete section on Texture development where we will see things in much more detail. In this assignment, we will understand how different maps like texture, normal, displacement, opacity, roughness, and metallic map work.

Tutorial Video (Texture Development): Click Here
Tutorial Video ( Graphic Edit): Click Here, CLO File, CAT Graphic

Submissions Folder: Click here
Other assets files: Canva File (Use these files to experiment with different maps) CLO File, Normal Map

3D Stage 4: Rendering

Assignment 1.8 : Rendering

3D Stage 5: Animation

Assignment 1.9 : Animation in CLO3D

I recommend not placing excessive emphasis on this particular task. We offer a comprehensive animation tutorial that explores the use of various software to achieve exceptional results. Animation can be a time-consuming process, which may initially impede your learning progress. Therefore, I suggest adopting a relaxed approach to this assignment and enjoying the process without overthinking it at this stage. Mixamo website: https://www.mixamo.com

Tutorial Video ( Mixamo): Video
Tutorial Video (FBX): Video
Submissions Folder: Click here
Other assets files: Animation (.fbx)

Extra

A Simple Guide To Learn All the CLO 3D Tools

In this comprehensive tutorial, we take you on a journey through all the tools that make CLO 3D a game-changer for fashion and apparel design. This is not an assignment but more for your reference. (You can download this file also).

Tutorial Video: Video
Other assets files: Dress file
CLO 2024.1 - Update & New Features

Style 3D (Free Version)

People across the world join our course. Everyone does not have the resources to purchase CLO 3D. I strongly believe everyone should learn digital fashion, so I have included Style 3D. You can opt for Style3D software as an alternative to CLO 3D. Both are products are very similar in UI and share identical features. Consequently, one notable difference is that Style3D (Free version) lacks image rendering capabilities. However, you can resolve this by exporting your garment to Blender, as detailed in Part 2 of the course.

Set Up Style3D
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1.1 Download Style3D from: https://studio.style3d.com/en/home