My High School Fashion Design Portfolio (how I got into fashion school) // College Experience Pt. 2

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Hello fashion friends! Today I am going to be showing you my high school fashion design portfolio that I used for my college applications! Your portfolio is the most important factor when applying to fashion school, so I wanted to show you the portfolio that got me accepted into Parson's, FIT, and NC State. Gonna be ROASTING myself today because criticism is important for growth!! Even though I have definitely improved so much since high school, I am still mortified by some of the things in my portfolio soooo... enjoy!
~Kiana
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[@KianaBonollo]

Hello! How did you guys feel about having no music in the background? Yes, no? And make sure you let me know what your favorite/least favorite pieces were! I was trying to be very honest in my opinion on my portfolio. In fashion school, you get constant criticism from your teachers and peers about every project you do, so I was very honest in my criticisms for each project. Hope this helps you if you are applying to fashion school, or at the very least entertains you!

[@yourfavoritestranger4786]

Personally i really like the no music change

[@valentinaguarracino1025]

The music honestly doesn’t bother me, I concentrate on what your saying both ways, I love the emerald green dress you did, so cute. Im applying to fit so I have two more weeks to finish my portfolio, I would love if you could take a look at it before I submit! ❤️

[@MaddieMettler]

I like the no music! The prom dress top is definitely my favorite!

[@elizabethpitts9141]

I think for conversational videos no music, but for tutorials yes. Also loved the green velvet!

[@MaddieMettler]

@@elizabethpitts9141 That's exactly what I was thinking for the music :)

[@elenadellarocca_]

the first painting is actually really good I think. especially the reflection :)

[@skylarnoble4183]

yess, so glad your video was recommended to me! I'm trying to get into NC State's Wilson College of Textiles at the moment, waiting for the decision at the end of the month! definitely my top choice!! update: got accepted!! fall 2021 babyyy

[@kbsmith6132]

GOOD JOB!!

[@hyelimchoi_]

There’s more talent in this video than I have in my entire body

[@KianaBonollo]

HAHAAHA a LIE

[@manud8629]

I remember when I appllied for art school I was super nervous about my shitty portofolio. I lied a lot and tried to be extra smart about some knowledge I didn't have. But I also showed how passionate I was and I was willing to learn. Looking back I think I should have been more honest with them and also with myself and not panicking as much because I understand now that they are here to teach us something and they probably want someone who wants to learn and is passionate than someone who already know everything.

[@kbsmith6132]

you should recreate that velvet dress omg it is stunning!!

[@tiageorgekastour7503]

i honestly know absolutely nothing about fashion design but i am interested anyways can you please explain what a portfolio is and what it includes when it comes to the collection? and do you have to draw a sketch for every piece?

[@valentinaguarracino1025]

I’ve been waiting for this

[@KianaBonollo]

woot wooooot!!

[@gstarrainbow8869]

i love your portfolio! idk why watching this video makes me so nervous. i submitted my portfolio for FIT in december and im sooo anxious 😭

[@KianaBonollo]

thank you!!! and I totallyyyyy feel you with the nerves... I was literally a mess waiting to hear if I was accepted. But GOOD LUCK!!!

[@caitlingill]

did you get in? if not, what are you doing instead?

[@AlaePulli]

honestly..i think we need a diy video for that gorgeous green velvet dress 😍😍😍

[@madelinegrudens]

You're really talented! Don't be critical of your work or yourself but always strive to improve because from what I see you make real clothes for real people that are wearable and flattering and that's what sells, the crazy stuff that some designers make might be fun to look at but when it comes down to it, you have to sell!!! Keep going, you're great!

[@jia16]

Omg, your paintings are amazing!!! I want to apply to a fashion school too, but I'm not so good at drawing... This really makes me sad. And I think those pieces you've made are amazing, I also started to do some on my own and I definitely need to improve, now that I've seen yours! Very motivating! I really gotta go and do some serious stuff 😳 what year are you right now at uni? And I can't figure out yet what uni did you chose :)

[@VictoriaAikenVlogs]

Hello Kiana! I'm in the process of making a dress and I need to make a bodice pattern. I have a dress form that I just got but I don't know where to start, and how to drape a pattern. Could you please do a video all about pattern making and draping? This would really help me improve my sewing skills! Thanks!🧵✨☺️

[@gojiberry7201]

Glad you are giving good advice so folks can move one step closer to their dreams :)

[@KianaBonollo]

❤️❤️❤️

[@camilaramos963]

omg thank you for this video! I'm currently a junior in high school and I major in fashion and i'm so nervous about applying to these fashion schools so hearing you talk about fccla and showing us what you've created is really comforting in a way for me!

[@KianaBonollo]

Omg good luck with your applications!! I remember being super nervous too 😣 but I’m sure it’ll all work out for you!!

[@edwardanthis3808]

I really liked the three piece collection.

[@dikshabhambota7848]

That velvet dress is amazing 👏 😍 the color , style everything

[@karinadulat]

Love the vid! I look back at my work as well and question how I got into fashion school too😂

[@tishie42]

Ten out of ten for showing off the journey! 🔟🔟I too am a sucker for velvet... So fave was the green velvet! Least fave... None really, maybe the boat painting, but still waaay better than anything I've ever painted so it's still a ten in my eyes! You are very inspiring! 💚Keep it up.

[@angelee4061]

ok but you need to remake the last pants omggg

[@KianaBonollo]

You’re right maybe I will 👀👀

[@noice_xO]

"First Painting" My every painting is just pAiN ;-;

[@noice_xO]

Btw I think it should've been a 8/10 or something

[@madilynmiller]

omg your channel is adorable!!!

[@dp6306]

Ты даже не представляешь насколько сильно я жду твои видео 🤍🤍🤍

[@KianaBonollo]

Спасибо!

[@romyverbruggen6051]

Oh my god, what I would do to see a recreation/tutorial of that cute red dress with the pocket in the front? Oh lord that is so cute.

[@DeAsiaBrodie]

Can you do another video on how to make a portfolio for fashion school? Hoping to apply to NC State Wilson in 2024 and don’t know where to start 😅

[@MissTsoisauce]

I liked all the clothes actually lol they are all my style. But that emerald velvet outfit 😍 just yes to everything about it!

[@psychambi4939]

great video! Can you please do a video on pattern grading!

[@handmadebytea]

Hi kiana! I love your content sm ty for making these

[@KianaBonollo]

Hello!! Thank YOU for watching!❤️❤️

[@fatma_nagi]

Can you post a video how did you make all of these clothes cause they are gorgeous please

[@sungjulee8106]

Hey Kiana! Did you ever follow patterns already made by someone else? Or did you create all these patterns?

[@laurareis2184]

Do you have to submit paintings/drawings into your portofolio

[@aliciaunwin]

What’s the chance of getting into a fashion school without any visual art course credits? I have okay art skills but I didn’t take art for Gr 9-11

[@VictoriaAikenVlogs]

Wow first one!!❤️❤️

[@manressajhunedegollacion3371]

Need more of these😍💕

[@michellea1222]

Loved it, gives me motivation to study fashion. Do you have any opinion about choosing between fashion design and fashion business?

[@emirehawes5787]

Ahhh I’m transferring to state next year to be in the textiles program!!

[@jia16]

Alsooo, what do you think about studying abroad? America is too far from home, but I think London and danemark have good universities

[@sohv1s]

You say you didn't know how to sew or paint and still did that? I have been sewing since I was like 10yo but still at that age I couldn't have done better. And now as 21yo I can't still fit perfectly or sew by grain. Well, I like flowier clothes so maybe that's why I haven't learned. When I was at high school I did sew two horrible skirts but then I realised how to make those clothes I admired back then (lolita) and I managed to make three beautiful dresses. Nowadays I don't really time or energy to sew from scratch so I'm just mending anf refashioning clothes.

[@noice_xO]

Everything was amazing

[@brichardlouise2479]

I'm a beginner but will never be able to paint something as "good" as your first! ahaha

[@aileanonspace]

lol i love your necklace, just needs a heart at the end no ❤

[@tyshaya2247]

Can you recommend some fashion design KZbinrs that you watch I am getting more and more into fashion design but can’t really find any youtubers?

[@skylarnoble4183]

coolirpa, with wendy and anika are my personal favs!

[@nopethanks8316]

Ohhhh your sweater is stunning where is it from???

[@KianaBonollo]

Literally Forever 21 circa 2012 hahaha

[@sonja9091]

Ok now I think we know that you love silk and velvet

[@KianaBonollo]

This is very true

[@Chista.3281]

Hi , dear Kiana Do you have any Persian background? Because your name sounds like that! Anyway l love you and your KZbin channel😍❤️

[@Luci_amana]

To major in fashion, do you need to be skilled at painting and drawing?? Or is it just a bonus for it?

[@itskripa8298]

First 🙈

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