The Fashion School Agenda for May 2012.
May 1 - May 20 - Parsons Festival 2012
Parsons Festival 2012 showcases extraordinary work by students from the full range of Parsons' programs. See firsthand the innovative, diverse work of tomorrow’s leaders in the world of art and design by attending thesis exhibitions, lectures, and special events throughout most of May.
Location & Admission:
Various on-campus and off-campus locations, please check listings.
Most events are free of charge, please check listings
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May 2 - FIT Graduating Student Fashion Show
The best work of FIT's graduating bachelor of arts fashion design students
is presented every spring in a professional runway show. Specializations
include sportswear, special occasion, knitwear, intimate apparel,
and children’s wear.
Watch the video here >>
May 25 - June 7 – LASALLE Show
The LASALLE Show '12 Exhibition is an annual exhibition by the ?nal year students from the Diploma, Bachelor of Arts (Honours), and Master of Arts programmes. Showcasing the works of students from Design, Fine Arts, Film, Media Arts, Dance, Music, Theatre, and Art Therapy, The LASALLE Show '12 Exhibition marks the grand ?nale of an artistic education in creativity and imagination and the transformation of these young talents to professional artists in the larger creative industries' ecosystem.
The LASALLE Show '12 Exhibition is curated by Institute of Contemporary Arts Singapore.
Location & Admission
Exhibition in all galleries, LASALLE 11am – 8pmenue
Free admission
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May 19 - SCAD Fashion Show
4 p.m. and 8 p.m. The SCAD Fashion Show presents the collections of top graduating seniors. Extraordinary work presented each year contributed to the show becoming one of the premier student fashion shows in the United States. Students are selected by a jury and critiqued at each step from sketch to garment by fashion industry professionals. Ralph Rucci will be honored with Andre Leon Talley Lifetime Achievement Award.
Location & Admission:
Saturday, May 19, 2012 4:00 pm
Trustees Theater
Savannah, GA
Saturday, May 19, 2012 8:00 pm
Trustees Theater
Savannah, GA
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May 25 - 3 June – Notthingham Trent University Fashion Design BA Honours
The annual degree shows are a highlight in the University's calendar and the culmination of much hard work and commitment from their students. They give the University a chance to showcase the original, innovative and inspiring work that is being produced within the School of Art & Design, and School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment at undergraduate level.
During the shows, our students exhibit both locally and nationally, taking part in catwalk shows and festivals around the city of Nottingham, presenting comprehensive exhibitions at the University, and having a presence at a range of prominent and prestigious London shows.
More info http://www.ntu.ac.uk/art/news_events/degree_shows/index.html?campaignid=degreean12
Location & Admission:
Runway Fashion Show, Thursday 24 May
Ambika P3 Gallery (invite only)
Fashion Portfolio Exhibition, May 28, 29, 31 June 1
The Gym
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May 30 – Royal College of Art
Thirty-five MA Fashion students specialising in menswear, womenswear, knitwear and millinery will present their final collections in two catwalk shows on Wednesday 30 May at 4pm and 7pm. The RCA graduate fashion shows are a great way to spot the latest trends and ideas coming from some of the world's best Fashion students.
An emphasis on individual creativity and originality married with impeccable technical know-how means that RCA graduates are entering the market with exactly the right skills needed to thrive in the profession. Ninety-five per cent of RCA Fashion MA graduates gain employment in the industry, and at the appropriate level. Collaboration with industry is a major part of a student’s time at the RCA and several design collaborations will also be presented on the catwalk and in a static display at the show.
Location & Admission
Royal College of Art
Tickets must be purchased in advance
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