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Best Study Spots for Students Living in The New Yorker
As college students, school should always be our top priority, alongside networking and applying your professional skills. Balancing schoolwork and studying with jobs, clubs, and a social life, can be challenging! I’ve found that you really need to find the right environment to study and get your work done. You might want to get out of your dorm room or have a change of scenery from LIM’s campus. For students who live in the New Yorker Residence Hall, here are some great nearby study spots.
- January 11, 2022
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Remembering My Fashion-Filled Summer
The summer before my senior year of high school, I attended LIM College’s precollege program for high school students. At the time, I had no idea the impact this would have on my life. Before I went, I remember feeling nervous and even a little scared over whether I would like the city and the school. When the program was over, I knew it was meant for me.
- December 21, 2021
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LIM Alumna Daniella Vitale Headlines "People In The Know" Event
On December 9 the LIM Fashion Education Foundation (FEF) hosted a People in the Know series event featuring LIM alumna Daniella Vitale, CEO of Salvatore Ferragamo. Daniella has also held C-level roles at Gucci, Barneys New York, and Tiffany & Co.
- December 15, 2021
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New Minor Focuses on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Students will be able to sign up for courses in the new minor starting in the Spring 2022 semester. Presenters shared what...
- December 9, 2021
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Daria de Koning and Her Award-Winning Gemstones!
I had the amazing opportunity to interview Daria de Koning over Zoom, as a part of my Introduction to the Fashion Business course. Daria de Koning won the 2021 Accessories Council Design Excellence Award for the best Fine Jewelry. She won the award for her Green/Navy No. 3 bracelet.
- December 1, 2021
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Safilo Team Speaks about Product Development and Sustainability
Recently the Accessories Council selected The Ocean Cleanup sunglasses for their Design Excellence Award for Best in Sustainability. We had the opportunity to interview the team that brought the sunglasses to life.
- November 30, 2021
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Unzipping The Development of The Blackglama Suitcase
The Accessories Council annually announces awards for design excellence to celebrate the success of accessory products. Saga Furs selects one of the Design Excellence Awards each year for the best accessory using Blackglama fur.
- November 22, 2021
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Unlock Sustainability with Akola
The 2021 Accessories Council Design Excellence Award for Best Social Impact was presented to Akola for their stunning Unlock-it bracelet. We were so lucky to have had the pleasure of interviewing Lesli Gabor at Akola on the amazing story behind the brand.
- November 18, 2021
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The Benefits and Risks of “DTC” Business
Last month, LIM conducted the second installment in its Nxt in Retail @ LIM series. The panel event was filled with interesting guests, LIM Fashion Industry Advisory Board members, and of course, student attendees. The main topic was all about “Direct to Consumer” retailing: Are there benefits to this business model? If you didn’t attend the event, read on to find out!
- November 17, 2021
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Reunion of Style: State Optical Wins “Best Eyewear” in Design Excellence Awards
On November 1st, we had the opportunity to interview Nico Roseillier, the creative director from the eyewear brand, to learn more about the special collaboration and what makes State Optical differ from other luxury eyewear companies.
- November 15, 2021