Fashion Institute of Technology | Fashion Design, How I got in, City life + More!

[@dianachamomile]

Hey babes! You asked, so here it is! If you have any more major-related or general questions feel free to comment and I'll be sure to answer them! :) x

[@sufyxyjx1]

can you watch my video its short ans tell me what you think about it because I don't even know a little thing about doing videos.😭

[@Makoccino]

I don't plan on going to the FIT but I still watched the whole video!

[@dianachamomile]

These are such inspiring words 💕 and are 100% true! Thanks for always offering your wisdom Mako! 😘

[@withalmondmilkpls]

you've made me want to be a fashion student so much! it's crazy how different your experience of college will be for me in the UK. ly Diana x

[@dianachamomile]

You've got Central Saint Martins!! Are you planning on attending there? It's number one in the world 🙌

[@withalmondmilkpls]

no I'm actually going to do primary teacher training! part of me though thinks i'd love to do what you're doing but I love working with children :)

[@dianachamomile]

+chloe x Wow what a coincidence.. I used to have an internship working with kids and it was such a great experience! It's also a very fulfilling route! Def go with what your heart tells you Chloe!! x

[@withalmondmilkpls]

oh wow! yh it definitely is - they always make me smile:) x

[@ThePudiChan]

I have no intention of going to FIT but still watched the whole video and loved hearing about your experience!

[@HalimahNiaM]

amazing video! I could totally relate to that first year-fashion design student-crying calling mom-want to drop out feeling. lmbo so much so I did a whole video on it haha. I really enjoyed hearing about your experiences and am looking forward to more videos!

[@MissDashing]

I appreciate videos like this because I think it helps guide people pursue their passion ☺️

[@dianachamomile]

+Stephanie Torres (MissDashing) YES! I really hope this can help someone out there!! n_n

[@thisolddress]

Diana! I loved hearing about your experience. I can tell you are super passionate about what you do and you have real talent girl! Loved seeing your projects, I'm absolutely in awe! 😻

[@dianachamomile]

+thisolddress Thanks Connie! You're always so incredibly sweet!! :) xox

[@funwithsarah1586]

Love your Channel! 😘

[@LaurenMakai]

Amazing video ! You have such a nice and calming voice .I love that sweater . I really like the design . I'm a fashion business student . Very interesting and fascinating video.

[@funwithsarah1586]

Love the sweater you made! I would totally buy it! 😍

[@dianachamomile]

Haha thank you!! ❤️

[@jaydencparker4968]

Loved watching this! I didn't go to FIT, but my older brother's wife (who was like a big sister to me growing up) was a student there and she sold her hand-sewn clothes for a while. She mostly does interior design work now, but her creative spirit really influenced me in life. I thought of going to FIT after my early college experience inspired me to change directions, but went to trade school instead. Still wonder what it'd have been like if I'd gone though! Love your vids Diana, and that sweater is pure amazing. Cant wait to see what you continue to create!

[@dianachamomile]

Wow thanks for sharing and tuning in! I think that FIT is definitely a place filled with so many inspiring students but the school itself gives way for that creative growth too. Perhaps give a course a try for fun ☺️ Even if it's just one!

[@jaydencparker4968]

I might just do that! I'll have to look at the course catalogue and see. I'm only 30 minutes out by train so I really should ha. Thank you

[@imaniih]

Really did love this! Sharing your whole experience! I'm still in high school, and I love Fashion & being Creative, I'm still undecided on on my career paths but I know Fashion is one of them. Also love your sweater it was definitely very unique!

[@PurpulZebra]

ahhh I love your music taste. I'm sensing your a fan of "The Strokes" since you use many of the members music in your videos!!

[@dianachamomile]

+Kiana A Loooooove!! Gonna see 'em live n_n Glad the feeling is mutual my friend!! xox

[@StrictlyKendra]

That's so awesome that you went after your dreams and worked super hard! I have always loved your sense of style, so I'm sure you are going to go far! I don't think I'll ever be a fashion designer, but it was still super interesting to hear about your experience! :)

[@Etherealseren777]

This is so helpful thank you I'm going to be a senior next year and really wanted to go to F.I.T lol still want to go after hearing the work load

[@dianachamomile]

Girl go for it! 👏👏🙌

[@nicolewongfloro1698]

I'm actually looking for fashion schools now for further studies. So this video was really helpful. Thanks a bunch!

[@audreyskn]

So interesting to hear about your experience and education! What you do is so interesting! I wish I could have gone to school for fashion design!

[@coolfindscutehome]

I can't believe I didn't realize you were studying at FIT! That's amazing. I know this is such a helpful video for so many people! I would have loved this when I was looking at schools.

[@dianachamomile]

+Hannah Eleanor haha thanks! me too :)

[@trapizonn3603]

Thank you!!! This was an amazing video with a lot of info and it made me more confident!

[@byerinelizabeth]

So jealous you live so close to Manhattan lol! Sounds like an interesting program

[@madisonj5136]

I'm still deciding on want to do in my career path. But I was always interested in music, acting, dancing, fashion and science. I think I want to be in the entertainment industry because I have more experience and most of my hobbies involve with that but I also love fashion and I had a little phase where I wanted to fashion/interior designer and I was doing everything I can do to be the best I can be, I created my own pieces. As a kid science always fascinated me and everything about science interest me. My love grew when I went to a medical school and they had a whole display of real human body parts and the brain was one of them and found it so fascinating what the brain can do, and I want to be a Nero scientist, or some part of a job where I can study the brain. I'm in high school and I don't know what I want to do, what career path I want to take. I just want to make the right decision because I want to happy with my job and not get bored with it and not regret my career choice.

[@nedastat5591]

same here!

[@dianachamomile]

+madison j I think that's all we want in our careers.. to be happy and choose the right ones! From what you're saying it sounds like you'd make the perfect doctor!! I used to LOVE science too (and I still do) but fashion is something I like to think is my calling. Just think of what makes your heart race the most and go for it :)

[@mayomi8994]

madison j wow this is me

[@erickahumphrey9250]

YOU SEEM LIKE A COOL PERSON...I WAS WONDERING IF YOU CAN COME UP WITH A DESIGN ON A REVAMP ON A GRADUATION GOWNS FOR WOMAN...

[@HaileyJulia]

thanks for the video! Loved it! I'm moving into FIT on the 20th! Idk if you're a partier lol, but do you know any party places that people from FIT typically go? I'm trying to party, but I know its obviously not a party school since it's not a typical campus. Haha thanks!

[@jenniferyi9034]

And how did you learn to do the drawing part? I live in New York and if you could help me I would definitely pay you if you can offer a few hours in a week to help me pit my portfolio together !!

[@amandasays]

wow you go to the same school as kailee mckenzie! cool!

[@oliviao9020]

Hey I have a question... when your doing your sketches, does it have to be like a collection of only evening gowns, or summer wear. Or are you allowed to just mix up any type of wear?

[@pastelone]

So inspiring!

[@Dahlia_Kaitlyn]

I am so happy I saw this video... I am currently a biology major (plan was to either become and ob/gyn or vet), and I've always wanted to do fashion design since I was young like elm. school but because of family reasons I chose to become a doctor (it's a stable career choice right lol) but these last two semesters have made me realize... I just don't want to disappoint my mom or fail. I dont have extra money for school I'm on full scholarship right now so... But I really want to do what I love. I am actually pretty good and I cant say I am good at many things. I have a lot of my designs up on my dorm wall and on the first week of school all these girls came into my room and they all were like why aren't you a fashion major, why are you doing bio lol...

[@dianachamomile]

+Dahlia Mann Thank you for sharing your story with me Dahlia! You seem to be quite talented and inspired! I'm currently also not sure how much I love what I'm doing with my own career path BUT we're both young! So remember to venture out and I encourage you to try to discover yourself. The only way you'll know what you want is by chasing that dream! P.S. When I first told my mom about going to FIT she was pretty disappointed but with time she came to be one of my greatest supporters! Give your parents a chance in trying to understand the way you feel too.

[@jenniferyi9034]

Where’d you take the sewing class?

[@ocanabrendaocana]

do you have to know how to sew??

[@dianachamomile]

Just the basics :) Nothing too crazy!

[@therandomstation335]

SoOo helpful, thank you🙏🏽

[@victoriawu3192]

cool video ❤️❤️ it was really interesting :))

[@jjm9152]

For the sewing part, do you have to make a dress or what?

[@dianachamomile]

Jess Diamond you can make anything you'd like! I made a jacket and pants but only one garment was required. I just didn't know that hah 😅

[@musicplaylistx69]

Hi I have a 3.5 gpa at one school and then a 1.6 gpa for 1 semester at another school..My high school grades were all A's and B's..do you think 1 bad semester of college is going to keep me from being accepted? Should I email them about it or no?

[@fatimaxfarouk]

I loved this lmao

[@fashionface409]

Hey! I was wondering if there was anyway I could contact you other than the KZbin comment section to ask a few more questions about FIT. I'm currently a senior in high school and really wanting to go into fashion design and I have my heart set on FIT. Thanks. 😊

[@lovelypastelpuppy1640]

You are an awesome person !

[@electricplugproductions2640]

I’m a junior taking precollege at FIT, hoping to apply. Would you mind linking the facebook group of prospecting students in the comments?

[@Isaac-zc3cy]

ok i have a question... first off its crazy how similar our stories are! We both were thinking about biology and a medical career but end up finding fashion design! But my question is is there a specialty for men clothing or something similar to that? I am very interested in making mens clothing but of everything i have seen so far its mainly dresses and skirts and things focused on women. i know the fashion design major is mostly women so it makes sense but i was just wondering

[@dianachamomile]

Oh no there is DEFINITELY a huge market in menswear. Some of my fashion design girlfriends have gone on to doing it as well. FIT has a specific major just for menswear so definitely look into it! 😊

[@Isaac-zc3cy]

Slips & Stones Wow you replied fast haha! Yeah I will for sure look into it! thank you sooo much

[@dianachamomile]

+Isaac MC absolutely!! Best of luck my friend ❤️

[@fiorellaangelelli5558]

This video is great! thanks so much. I have a question you said you went into Fashion Design with out knowing anything and infant took sewing classes. did you really not know anything or you're saying like compared to other peoples amount of knowledge on it? because I've always loved Fashion Design but i'm always like oh I'm not a good drawer i cant design my own stuff cause of that or sewing in some cases so i was wondering how much you really knew before applying and sending in your portfolio and stuff? Thanks

[@dianachamomile]

+Fiorella Angelelli I didn't know anything about fashion at all! I've always had an underlying love for it and used to watch a ton of fashion youtube styling videos. But that was about it! As far as my portfolio, I took beginner sewing lessons in the city and learned to draw via youtube tutorials. I also had some guidance from a seamstress in terms of drawing the garments I made for my portfolio but that's about it! Hope that helps! x

[@ocanabrendaocana]

do they give scholarships?

[@dianachamomile]

I'm honestly not too sure, love. Sorry :(

[@karenbeth6608]

Thanks for the video!

[@camrynlindsey8467]

Hey! So Im super nervous about getting in and the fact that i dont even know that much about sewing. Im from Atlanta, GA but I have yet to live in a city like Manhattan.. Im nervous about the change in lifestyle. Would you say it is a good one? And also what is the name of the facebook group you joined for applicants? Thank you!

[@dianachamomile]

Trust me, you'll learn so much while being at FIT! I do suggest you brush up on the basics though :) Lifestyle's a little crazy and fast-paced I'm not gonna lie but it's totally worth it! The fb group I was in was only for graduates of 2016.

[@cholponsadykova3808]

Ioved your video! was so helpful! what's the difference between AAS degree and BFA bachelor degree? how long is bachelor degree?

[@dianachamomile]

Cholpon Sadykova Bachelor's degree (BFA) is specialized in a certain field (knitwear, special occasion, ready-to-wear, etc.) and lasts for two more years after your Associates!

[@cholponsadykova3808]

SlipsAndStones OMG! Thank you for your answer! So AAS and bachelor degree together make 4 years?

[@dianachamomile]

Yes in total that makes four years! Sorry I just saw this comment. x

[@Kiwiilee37]

How do you search for FB groups because when I went on I didn't see anything?

[@ewsuziee3316]

+melina reign I'm accepted to FIT for Fall2016, and really nervous of making friends- if you find a group pleasee say so c:

[@Kiwiilee37]

+Jadeanne Elizabeth will do! I usually just search the hash tag #FIT2020 on IG or twitter and find a bunch of people.

[@dianachamomile]

Ahh they probably don't make those anymore but Jadeanne had some great advice! I feel like now people def go to insta instead

[@ruattluanga7038]

Can I ask , I am from India , I would want to join in 2018. Does it cost much , like any charges for staying in dorm and monthly fee , is there a part time job and can I get a scholership though I am not American ?

[@emmaroselyons9054]

All of the fees and stuff are on the website but they're not too bad for the US and you can get a job on campus as an international student but not elsewhere p.s I know all this stuff cause I also want to join in 2018! I'm from London

[@ruattluanga7038]

+Emma Rose Lyons Well of we both get in , we could be roommates 😂😂😂😂

[@ruattluanga7038]

+Emma Rose Lyons Thx too

[@emmaroselyons9054]

R Ruata haha yeah!

[@emmaroselyons9054]

+R Ruata what do you want to study?

[@cholponsadykova3808]

what is AAS degree then? Can I just take AAS degree and not take bachelor?

[@dianachamomile]

Cholpon Sadykova AAS is your associate'a and it covers a very broad but amazing understanding of fashion design. You can absolutely take just your AAS but a lot of jobs unfortunately ask for a Bachelor's degree during the hiring process.

[@cholponsadykova3808]

SlipsAndStones I see. So before the bachelor it is mandatory to take AAS, right?

[@dianachamomile]

Yes, AAS is mandatory.

[@anweshasarkar2054]

Hi! Can you please tell me how much is the total expense for a year for a fashion design student at FIT? Will I be able to change my Major after two years?

[@dianachamomile]

Anwesha Sarkar Yes you can change your major after two years' I have a few friends that did. Also I don't know much about the price because I had financial aid so you might wanna look that up on their site!

[@victoriaveeart]

Why did you take 9 classes tho O_o that’s too much especially for the fashion design students they already get a lot of work in general you were asking for death 😭

[@magyeollie]

Hi Diana, my name is Maggie^^Recently I also got accepted to FIT & I signed up do the Fall 2016 class!^^Im majoring in Fashion Business Management Semester 1 for 2 Years. Does that mean that I have that class for semester 1 & than have a different major class for semester 2 for 2 years? Also, I kinda want to major in Cosmetology & Fragrance for the last 2 years too...what do u personally think about that? Like would that be a good plan? Btw this is your last year @ FIT right?(since dis your senior year). Do u think FIT really helped u get ready to find a job in the fashion industry or not so much?/Do u feel ready? Sorry for all the questions & thank you^^

[@dianachamomile]

+magyeollie z Hey love! FMM is your major, meaning you will need to get your degree in that field! (unless you decide to switch majors) FIT works with two degrees, each two years in length depending on whether or not you're a full time student! And I'm not 100% sure of how majors work but I believe you can do both of those. I'd highly suggest talking to a student advisor for how you can plan out which majors you can choose for each degree. And YES! I do feel that FIT helped out a ton! I'm totally ready to go into the industry. Just don't know if I want to pursue fashion design anymore for personal reasons. :)

[@maggiezhang4081]

+WildMoon aww thank you for your answer^^If I want to talk to a student advisor how do I find one/them? Cause the only way I'm contacting FIT rn is by email & idk how to find a student advisor hehe...

[@dianachamomile]

maggie zhang Would HIGHLY recommend giving FIT a call directly! Emails take foreverrrr. Their number should be on the site. It's an automated system but listen for the one that says "Student registrar and admissions".

[@magyeollie]

+WildMoon ohhh ok thank you so much^^I'm srsly so glad to have found your video or else I would've been like clueless lol. Btw, does FIT require a gym class?

[@fatmaal_shamery7622]

❤️

[@dianachamomile]

+Fatma Al_shamery

[@fatmaal_shamery7622]

😭😘😘

[@straykae]

Did you really not know anything because I legit have no real experience??!?!

[@dianachamomile]

lilac. storan I didn't!! Haha 😂

[@straykae]

SlipsAndStones woah you answered quickly. How did you manage with the sewing portion of the portfolio.

[@dianachamomile]

lilac. storan I took a basic class on sewing! You can try Michael's or JoAnn :) and I learned to sketch through KZbin! x

[@mirellacruz7351]

you are beautiful

[@dianachamomile]

+Mirella Cruz you are!! x

[@MaeDuhnke]

hello!! I just got accepted to fit and uploaded an info video two days ago! check it out :)

[@madsaf]

I am currently a Sophomore in high school, and I've wanted to go to FIT for a few years now. Is there anything I can do now in advance to help me in the future with the acceptance into this school? I've not yet been to New York sadly, I live in Missouri but I will visit in the next year. I also don't know exactly what I want to major in but I know it's something within the industry. But please if you know of anything I can do in advance do tell ! Thank you so much.

[@dianachamomile]

+Madisen Basham Definitely do a lot of research! I went into fashion design having no clue what it actually meant to me to be quite honest. They offer some classes for HS students as well :) If you're not really looking into getting a degree in something artistic, then I'm not quite sure how good FIT would be for business. I hear it's not as challenging to get a degree in FMM for example. The first step is finding where you belong and really just building up your knowledge from there. Hope that's not too vague! I'm just not sure which direction you're headed.

[@dianachamomile]

+Madisen Basham Also, if you are leaning toward Fashion Merchandising, check out Sammi Quinn's FIT review. It's pretty helpful in that field!

[@madsaf]

+WildMoon thank you so much! And yes I love fashion merchandising and thank you for recommending Sammi! I will check her out. Thank you again :)

[@dianachamomile]

Madisen Basham Of course love! Also, forgot to mention that the one good thing about FMM being not as busy a major is actually getting to enjoy the city experience! And you get a ton more time for landing amazing internship opportunities,

[@madsaf]

+WildMoon awesome! Thank you!

[@LaurenMakai]

Amazing video ! You have such a nice and calming voice .I love that sweater . I really like the design . I'm a fashion business student . Very interesting and fascinating video.

[@LaurenMakai]

Amazing video ! You have such a nice and calming voice .I love that sweater . I really like the design . I'm a fashion business student . Very interesting and fascinating video.