I Am a Graduate of the Parsons Fashion Department

I graduated yesterday and as much as I want to say that it was the best 4 years of my life thus far, I really can't. It was literally full of blood, sweat, many many tears, and a ridiculous amount of stress, and I am certain that no one but my fellow classmates will truly understand.

One of the girls that gave a speech yesterday said it best when she said that once we decided that this was the school we were headed to, we really sold our souls. Other people were on their way to gaining an undergraduate education...we basically got a full time job with no summer break, winter break, spring break, or thanksgiving break. And as much as I would have loved to slack off, I just couldn't let myself.

But after 4 years of non-stop hard work, I have to say that this last month has been incredibly rewarding. Before beginning my thesis collection I told myself that I don't need anyone's approval and that in the end, I need to be happy and proud of the outcome...and I am. I really really am happy not only with my thesis collection but of who I've become.

As much as I complain and complain about the school, I'm grateful for what I've learned, the relationships that I've made, and that I can say that I'm a Parsons Fashion Alumn like so many other designers before me. AND I really don't like living in the city. It definitely has its charms but in the end I'll always be a California girl, but more on that later (:

4 years

Last night was the annual Parsons Benefit Gala where the seniors got to celebrate and honor fashion icons Francisco Costa (Calvin Klein designer), Tom Murray (CEO of CK), and Cathy Horyn (NY Times fashion writer).

I had a great time hanging out with friends (: It was 4 tough years but I'm glad I stuck with it.


-with Rachel Zoe-


-Eva Mendez-


-My methods teacher Francesca Samaritano-


-My children's wear ladies-





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I still have a couple more classes to go to but I am already in summer mode...34 more days in the city and I'll be back home in sunny so cal.

oh, the nerves...I'm totally feeling them

I am presenting my senior thesis collection tomorrow morning. 10:30 am est.
One year of work comes down to a 10 minute presentation.

Here I go.

SO CLOSE IT'S NOT EVEN FUNNY

I got my collection photographed today (:

I still have a few little things to finish up (hems, hair accessories, bags, line sheet, etc.), and I am perfectly content with the way things have turned up (:

I also just bought a sony handycam



So far I'm really liking it. It's super small, easy to use, and the quality is great for the price. So get ready for some random clips of my thesis collection in action (:

I got things done (:

I have the t-shirt completely finished and the skirt is 98% done (I just have to tack the lining in and put in a hook & eye).

This picture was taken at the end of last semester. It basically looks the same except the t-shirt has a bunch of embroideries on it and I'm pretty psyched. I'll take a new picture next week...when the semester starts up again...and on the very first day back I'll have a lovely fitting...oh joy.

ready or not

So 10 more days until Spring semester starts up and 4 more months until I’m done with college. I must say, the last 4 years have been crazy, but one of the greatest things that I’ve learned is that I am capable of doing a lot but only with the help from my One and Only.

I’ve been living in New York, attending a school that asks for sweat, tears, and blood (seriously), and braving actual FREEZING winters. And through all of this I have who I really am, for now, and what I like and dislike…for instance:

*I would never again choose to live in New York City. I was born and raised in Southern California and truly am a Californian. NYC is great and I know there’s nothing quite like it, but I need the sunshine and cannot be in layers of clothes for 3 months. There’s a lot more to this and you can ask me about it if you’re curious.

*I need my sleep. Granted I can do with about 5 hours, but that is significantly more than what the average Parsons student gets. I cannot complain…I did not stay up past 2 am last semester and that’s kind of a huge feat for a senior in Fashion Design. The reason that I manage to get a good few hours in every night is because 1) I’ve become ridiculously anal about organizing and managing my time to the point where if I dont have things written down on my planner I kind of panic :/ and 2) I have learned that even when I lose a couple of hours of sleep, my body starts to deteriorate. I mean I’m completely unable to function and am overcome with a constant feeling of nausea and other not so good feelings. I think I have a weak immune system or something. It’s probably something I should have checked out.

* Long distance relationships SUCK! yet I’ve been in one for almost 4 years now…my whole college life, and why have I endured such suckiness? Well, I guess because he’s pretty much the greatest guy ever. 4 more months of this stupid suckiness and no more I say. And as much as it’s been a huge stinker I must quote my friend Mal, (who has also been in one for the same amount of time) “we’re awesome for being able to do it.”

*I love my roomie Jenny but I would love her more if I had my own bedroom (: Seriously, she’s great and we get along fine, but after 4 years of sharing a bedroom with people, I would really appreciate my own room and I’m sure you guys can all understand.

*The only reason I’ve gotten through these 4 years is because I have had to put all of my trust and faith in God. I do worry about the future and if I’ll manage to get a good job, but it seems that every time I doubt, God shows me that He has it all figured out. My faith drives me to do my best in everything I’m put into because really, that’s all I can do.

I guess that’s all for now. I need to head off to school and for the next 9 days, I’ll be working my tail off.

April 9, 2009, I cannot wait for you to get here. That’s when our collection has to be done and turned in. After that all we really have left are presentations and portfolios. Then graduation and all of that good stuff. (:

peace

PS. It’s 7 degrees outside right now. It’s so cold that I’ve actually decided to wear my uggs…i know, it’s just THAT cold