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Margo Marrone is the founder of the skincare line, The Organic Pharmacy. These products are wonderful, and it’s reassuring that you’re not putting anything toxic on your skin. Learn about her background and company below: Walk me through your career path.  My first job was in my local pharmacy at 15. I watched the pharmacist mix and […]

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You may or may not want to work in Fashion, here’s why… There are positives and negatives to every job that should be considered when looking for your next position. Write out a list of characteristics your dream company would have and try to adhere to them (luxury vs. mass, established vs. startup, etc). After I […]

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Unmasking the fashion industry! Ever wonder what happens during each month of the year in the Fashion Industry? You may see posts surrounding Fashion Month which occurs twice a year, but what about the rest of the time? For example, pre market (Pre-Fall and Pre-Spring) takes place before the February/September Fashion Month kickoff. Below you’ll […]

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Antonia Sardone is a fashion consultant, stylist, writer and freelance Market Editor. She went to college at FIT and majored in Marketing. During her career, she climbed the ladder at WWD and became Senior Market Editor. Learn about her career path and what she is up to these days below! Walk me through your career path.  […]

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What you don’t learn in college… College is a phenomenal experience since you are surrounded by intellectuals & have lots of stimulating conversations. Imperative topics are learned & discussed in the classroom, but you also learn A LOT on the job. The classes give you a fundamental knowledge that you can apply to your tasks […]

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I have a Type A personality, & I need to RELAX!! There are multiple pros and cons to a Type A personality. I am extremely conscientious (pro: I get things done in a timely manner with a sense of urgency, I consider how my actions will affect those around me & I will complete all […]

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Kikka Hanazawa is the CEO at VPL, which is a fashionable activewear line. She grew up surrounded by the fashion industry, but wasn’t interested in a career in this field. However, destiny had a different plan, and she was involved in fashion each step of the way. She finally gave in and embraced the industry […]

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Recently, I had a friend visiting and had planned a lot of outdoor activities. Unbeknownst to me, it was going to rain all weekend! Saturday was spent at the museums and the rain wasn’t that heavy, so we were still able to walk around. However, Sunday we were met with a torrential downpour, and there […]

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I sat down with Nicholas Kunz of Nicholas K in her lovely Tribeca showroom to ask questions about her company which was founded in 2003 with her brother, Christopher. The Kunz siblings were born & raised in Arizona. They are members of the Council of Fashion Designers in America (CFDA). Most recently, they have been part […]

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