Hey folks! I'm a junior from New York and I've recently become quite enamored with the idea of going to school in California, specifically for fashion. Any recommendations for good fashion schools in CA? Happy to consider all suggestions!
Hello there! It's great to see that you're considering pursuing your passion for fashion in California. The state has quite a number of respected institutions known for their fashion programs.
Firstly, there's the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) which has campuses in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orange County, and San Diego, so you have plenty of options within the state. FIDM offers degrees in several fashion-related fields, including Design, Merchandising, and Marketing.
Parsons School of Design also has a campus in Los Angeles. Even though it's best known for its campus in New York City, the Los Angeles location offers a BFA in Fashion Design and uses Los Angeles's vibrant fashion scene to offer students practical experiences.
Another California college that might interest you is the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. It boasts a well-regarded School of Fashion that offers degrees such as Fashion Design, Merchandising, and Product Development.
Lastly, you might want to look into Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles. They're known for an interdisciplinary approach, and their Fashion Design program has connections to big companies in LA's fashion industry.
Remember, each of these schools has a unique offering and it's important to consider which aspects are the most important for you—be it the course syllabus, the faculty, location, or connections to the industry—and then choose accordingly. In any case, California certainly offers a wealth of choices for fashion education. Good luck on your journey!
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