What Fashion Students Learn From Visiting New York City’s Fashion Industry
Visiting New York City as a fashion student is one of those experiences that changes the way you see the industry. Before I went, I understood fashion mostly through classroom lectures, projects, and hands-on work in merchandising and product development. I knew the basics of how the industry functioned, but I had never seen it […]
The Role of Sustainability in Modern Apparel Merchandising and Product Development
Sustainability has become one of the most important topics in the fashion industry today. As a student studying Apparel Merchandise and Product Development in Arkansas, I have seen how much the conversation has shifted in just a few years. What used to be a side discussion is now a major part of how brands design, […]
How to Break Into the Fashion Industry as a Student: From Classroom to Career Success
Getting into the fashion industry can feel exciting, but also a little overwhelming when you are still in school. When I first started studying Apparel Merchandise and Product Development in Arkansas, I knew I loved fashion, but I did not fully understand how many different paths existed within the industry. Over time, I have learned […]