{"id":3328,"date":"2022-01-12T15:02:02","date_gmt":"2022-01-12T15:02:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nau.edu\/boundless\/?p=3328"},"modified":"2022-10-06T20:41:01","modified_gmt":"2022-10-06T20:41:01","slug":"nau-students-attend-new-york-fashion-week","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/legacy.nau.edu\/stories\/nau-students-attend-new-york-fashion-week\/","title":{"rendered":"NAU students attend New York Fashion Week"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Five NAU students have been selected to attend New York Fashion Week as part of an annual event known as “U of NYFW.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The students will get a behind-the-scenes look at the world of fashion, networking with industry experts and attending shows, career workshops, and panel discussions. The all-expenses-paid trip will take place from February 10\u201313, 2022. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is the third time NAU has sent students to fashion week. At five, this year\u2019s cohort is the biggest yet. The colleges of Arts and Letters<\/a>, Social and Behavioral Sciences<\/a>, and Business<\/a> invited all students studying merchandising and related fields to apply. Representing NAU at U of NYFW in February will be Jose Carosilva (who goes by Joey), Kyle Killett, Julia Rabussay, Naomi Rusk, and Alexis-Marie Soliven. Read on for their thoughts as they prepare for this remarkable trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

U of NYFW is made possible through a partnership between NAU and the Collegiate Licensing Company (CLC). Now in its eighth season, the U of NYFW program hosts students from CLC partner institutions around the country.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Joey Carosilva<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Jose
Photo courtesy of Jose Carosilva<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Major:<\/strong> Strategic Communication<\/a> \u2013 Merchandising with a minor in Business<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Age:<\/strong> 21<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pronouns:<\/strong> he\/him<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Nogales, Arizona<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are you most excited about for the trip?<\/strong> I am extremely excited just to be in the same ambiance as many talented designers and creators! Also, this is my first time visiting NYC, so I\u2019ll be excited to see all of the tourist hotspots! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is your favorite designer?<\/strong> As of right now, I have been noticing that everyone wants or needs Prada accessories. I absolutely love Prada\u2019s line, and I am eager to see the looks they\u2019ll be showcasing at this upcoming NYFW. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is this your first trip to NYC?<\/strong> Yes. It has always been a dream of mine to visit NYC, especially during fashion week! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Describe Flagstaff fashion:<\/strong> It\u2019s a combination of streetwear, bohemian, athleisure, and casual wear. <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kyle Killett<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Kyle
Photo courtesy of Kyle Killett<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Major:<\/strong> Marketing<\/a> \u2013 Sales<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Age:<\/strong> 20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pronouns:<\/strong> he\/him<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Lahaina, Hawai`i<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are you most excited about for the trip?<\/strong> Seeing NYC for the first time and the creative direction for all the new collections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is your favorite designer?<\/strong> Oscar de la Renta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is this your first trip to NYC?<\/strong> Yes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Describe Flagstaff fashion:<\/strong> It seems like Flagstaff fashion is really whatever people want it to be; it’s so diverse! If I had to describe it, I would probably say athleisure\u2014a blend of trendy athletic apparel and comfortable loungewear. On another level, Flagstaff fashion is very bohemian\/hippie chic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Julia Rabussay<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Headshot
Photo courtesy of Julia Rabussay<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Major:<\/strong> Strategic Communication<\/a> \u2013 Merchandising with a minor in Photography<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Age:<\/strong> 20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pronouns:<\/strong> she\/her<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Tempe, Arizona<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are you most excited about for the trip?<\/strong> I am excited to be able to represent NAU at one of the biggest fashion events in the world and to be surrounded by new designs for the upcoming season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is your favorite designer?<\/strong> I have a hard time narrowing down my favorite designer due to an interest in varying styles. Some of my favorites that I always get excited about are Betsey Johnson, The Blonds, and Alice + Olivia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is this your first trip to NYC?<\/strong> No, I went with my parents when I was much younger. This will be my first time going as an adult and I\u2019ll be able to experience it through an entirely different lens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Describe Flagstaff fashion:<\/strong> Flagstaff\u2019s fashion is eclectic, a mix of many styles and cultures that make for a diverse appearance overall. There is some athleisure wear, a bit of bohemian, as well as some academia. Fashion in Flagstaff is often focused on comfort rather than trendiness, especially in the winter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Naomi Rusk<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Headshot
Photo courtesy of Naomi Rusk<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Major:<\/strong> Theatre<\/a> \u2013 Design and Technology<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Age:<\/strong> 20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pronouns:<\/strong> she\/her<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Phoenix, Arizona<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are you most excited about for the trip:<\/strong> I am most excited to get hands-on experience and learn from real designers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is your favorite designer?:<\/strong> Lirika Matoshi<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is this your first trip to NYC?:<\/strong> No, I\u2019ve been several times!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Describe Flagstaff fashion:<\/strong> To be honest, Flagstaff fashion is generally granola and hippie style, which is pretty different from what I like. I hope to spread my fashion throughout Flagstaff someday. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Alexis-Marie Soliven<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Portrait
Photo courtesy of Alexis-Marie Soliven<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Major:<\/strong> Strategic Communication<\/a> \u2013 Merchandising<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Age:<\/strong> 21<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pronouns:<\/strong> she\/her<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hometown:<\/strong> Litchfield Park, Arizona<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are you most excited about for the trip?<\/strong> I am most excited about seeing all the different outfits people wear on- and offstage!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is your favorite designer?<\/strong> Currently, it is Jackson Wiederhoeft! The designer’s newest collection is so whimsical; I love it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is this your first trip to NYC?<\/strong> No, it is not! New York City is one of my favorite places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Describe Flagstaff fashion:<\/strong> If I had to use one word to describe Flagstaff fashion, I would say “earthy.” Flagstaff is full of nature lovers, such as myself, and we can definitely see that in people’s style choices.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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