WHO AM I? 

I’m Laura Volpintesta — fashion designer, author, musician, unschooling mom, and longtime professor of Fashion Design at Parsons School of Design in New York City, where I’ve taught for over 27 years.

In 2008, I created Parsons’ first online fashion design studio program, which I taught for more than a decade. I’ve also written The Language of Fashion Design, a book that celebrates design as both craft and creative expression.

My passion is helping women connect with their authentic creative voices — through exploration, curiosity, playfulness, and innovation, all built on a foundation of classic, timeless skills.

I’ve had the joy of guiding hundreds of students and clients to feel more grounded, confident, and creatively fulfilled in fashion design, illustration, and beyond.

At Parsons, I’ve taught a wide range of courses, including fashion drawing and illustration, draping, patternmaking, sewing, portfolio development, and concept creation. This breadth of experience has shown me how powerful it is when skill and imagination come together.

There’s nothing like the feeling of watching your creative world open — when your hands, heart, and vision align and your voice begins to sing.

As your journey unfolds, I’m honored to help you clear the blocks, strengthen your skills, and uncover the designer within you.