With the rise of resources geared toward local production and new fashion incubators popping up in every major city in the United States, the time is right for emerging designers to explore available options to further their design businesses. Read More
Last week, I had the pleasure of interviewing two very different women with two very different (and yet equally successful) paths in the fashion industry. My first stop was the legendary museum at FIT where I chatted with the museum’s director and curator, Valerie Steele. I then spent some time with Vicki Tiel, a fashion designer celebrating her 50+ years in the fashion business. Read More
You have completed the University of Fashion’s lessons in draping, pattern making and sewing and now you are ready to turn your love of fashion design into a business. In our new 3-part series, Fashion Startup 101, New York based dress designer Kathlin Argiro shares everything you need to consider when starting your business. From targeting your customer to sample making to developing a selling strategy, the University of Fashion breaks down the process. Read More