Industry Insights in Guest Talk

FDM alumna Kristen Domingcil gave a guest talk in FDM 101 Introduction to the Fashion Industry on Tuesday, October 15.  Kristen and her colleague, Emily Fujimura, both work for Trendtex Fabrics and talked about the fabric business, from design to production and sales.  Kristen graduated in 2011 and has since worked in NYC for Ralph Lauren and Yigal Azroul, and returned to Honolulu a few years ago where she worked with the merchandising team for Jeans Warehouse and the wholesale team for Angels by the Sea.   Kristen told the students that her love of fashion comes from textiles and she enjoys helping to develop not only the look and prints of textiles, but the textures and weaves.  Emily advised students to take as many electives in fashion as possible so that they have well-rounded skill set. 

By Andy Reilly​