Can you look at a piece of clothing and identify the designer? You know very well that you belong in a fashion design career. Here is a quick look at some schools that can help you achieve your goals:

California College of the Arts (Campuses in Oakland and San Francisco, California)

This school is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, as well as the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The design degree program places an emphasis on combining education experience with practical experience. The college’s alumni include Lucille Tenazas and Michael Vanderbyl.

Parsons The New School for Design (New York City, New York)

Parson’s is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Parson’s students engage in an innovative education process that includes the use of cutting-edge technologies. Students are also prepared to deal with problems and issues in the real world of design. During their tenure, students interact with industry professionals.

Rhode Island School of Design (Providence, Rhode Island)

One of the oldest design schools in the United States, this school tries to educate its students about the importance of distinctive design and art and design appreciation. Students of RISD are also taught to understand how their designs can impact the economics of the business.

Massachusetts College of Art and Design (Boston, Massachusetts)

Accredited by the Nation Association of Schools of Art and Design, and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, MassArt was the first college to award an artistic degree in America. At this school, students are pushed to “think outside the box” of the usual boundaries. Students are taught both practical and creative parts of the design field. They also study areas such as the marketability and economics of design.

Woodbury University (Burbank, California)

Originally, this university got its start as a business college. The school is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and various other accreditation bodies. Faculty at Woodbury includes professionals from the fields they are teaching about. The school provides students the opportunity to develop their design skills, as well as other skills that can help them meet their individual career goals.

The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (Four campuses throughout California)

This design school has produced alumni such as Pamela Skaist-Levy of the Juicy Couture label, Kelly Arsenia of the True Religion label, as well as several Project Runway finalists. The school focuses on making its students not only successful, but also ethical, leaders within the industry.

The school constantly updates its programs to make sure that its students are receiving the most up-to-date training and experience available.

This was a quick look at only six of the top design schools located across the country as well as the world. Along with these brick and mortar institutions, there are options to study fashion design online, as well. So, as you can see, there are many avenues for the obtaining the skills and experience to carry you toward your fashion design goals.

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In addition to boots, solid colored flats resembling ballet slippers are cute and will keep your toes warm. Converse are great for school too. If you are in a warmer location or hoping to wear a heel then peep toed stilettos are best.

If you are interested in a bold look then Vogue suggests wearing shirts with higher neck lines. Graphic T’s are still in style. Chunky jewelry is preferable for accessorizing. Baseball caps and rhinestones work marvelously for a chic punk rocker look.

Purple was everywhere at the start of the last school year and we are loving it for shoes and accessories this year. keep your eyes open for deep purple hobo bags. Large purses are perfect for school and fashion because they look great and they have multifunctional pockets. Jessica Simpson has stunning bags for Fall. Check out her fashion forward runway satchel bag in purple and brown tote below.

High fashion purses can be expensive. If you can’t afford Jessica Simpson or another name brand, then it is best to search for a similar item opposed to racking up credit card bills. Reference this student debt guide to avoid credit debt. Many pricey high fashion items can be imitated by making purchases at affordable stores. When wearing over-sized shirts or layering items, complete the look with a thick belt. Wider is better. Solid black and brown belts will tie up any outfit.

For jewelry this season, vintage is the way to go. Vintage jewelry is elegant and always trendy. Jewelry is the final touch to completing the perfect outfit. Don’t get carried away. If wearing something bold, choose chunky pieces. If the look is more basic, try to find a petite gold necklace. Typically the longer the better.

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