It was a breath of fresh air seeing young, creative minds come together not only to put together this event, but to see them with such a deep passion for fashion. The High School of Fashion Industries celebrated their graduating class with a year end fashion extravaganza. The theme of the show was represented by various continents and elements of their native attire including bridal gowns. Their collections included, Africa, Asia, India and America. The show was modeled in its entirety by the students who definitely strut their stuff proudly.
The evening started out with a brief introduction of the school and then the husband and wife team Ruben and Isabel Toledo took the stage. Isabel, who does not actually know how to sketch, conveys her thoughts and ideas to Ruben who then pens them and makes them come to life. "It goes from my lips to Ruben's pen" said Isabel. When asked how is it to work so closely with your husband, she describes it as a way of expressing herself and she really would not have it any other way.
The Toledo family originally got involved with the High School of Fashion Industries through one of the board of directors Ruth Finlay whom they have worked very closely with. That is why when the opportunity came up for them to participate their designs and artwork, the Toledos decided to go full force and put all their creative energy into making an even bigger event.
As we say au revoir to class of 2011, this show has just set the bar for the class of 2012 who are anxiously awaiting their turn to be on display.
About the High School of Fashion Industries
The High School of Fashion Industries is the only high school of its kind in eastern United States. Our occupational curriculum devotes itself entirely to the world of fashion from styling and design through business and marketing.
Representatives from the National Center for Research in Vocational Education (nationally recognized organization associated with the University of California and the U.S. Department of Education) wrote after a visit to our school: "Students we observed in classes and spoke with in groups were self-confident and motivated. They expressed great pride in their school, respect and admiration for their teachers, ad a strong sense of commitment to their education. They clearly felt a sense of connection to the school and the school family. Students who plan to pursue careers related to the occupational focus of the school felt they were receiving a first rate education for these pursuits; students who planned on careers unrelated to the specific focus felt they were receiving strong academic preparation as well as valuable work skills… The teachers and administration we observed and met were dedicated and innovative…Students told us of teachers working with them before school, after school and on lunch hours…."
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