#Parsons MFA

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Zhiqing Zhang for Parsons MFA, Spring 2023

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Why New York Fashion Week is Far From Dead

In an ever-evolving world of fashion, NYFW will, in my opinion, continue to be a cornerstone of the industry. I find NYFW as far from dead, despite some conversations I’ve had that its relevance is decreasing. Based on my own experience, here's why:

NYFW is still *the* starting point for aspiring as well as seasoned designers. It features cutting-edge collections that challenge conventional wisdom every season. The Parsons exhibition never ceases to astound me. Every year, their showcase of up-and-coming designers serves as a major source of inspiration for me since it embodies unwavering commitment and passion for the art of designing.

Since its beginning, the event has seen tremendous change. Immersion experiences are now the major highlight; in a way runway shows are no longer the only thing. NYFW has embraced digital revolution, showcasing anything from virtual reality presentations to live-streamed shows. Shows these days, it seems to me, frequently adopt a more abstract approach, with prominent designers showcasing their work in exhibition-style configurations.

Some claim that the prominence of NYFW may be eclipsed by local models/influencers as a result of the growth of social media and internet platforms. But elitism in the fashion industry is nothing new. NYFW is a crucial chance for designers to land future contracts and partnerships because it continues to draw buyers, editors, and the not so liked influencers (in a way I don’t think it’s that influencers are the bad guys, who we deem celebrities forever have been terrible people, I think the admiration we hold for influencers has to be revised, having role models you personal do not know is redundant but back to the topic). It continues to have a significant influence on the cultural and economic environment of the fashion industry.

NYFW is a cultural phenomenon rather than merely a fashion event. It tackles societal issues, commemorates cultural achievements, and both reflects and defines the zeitgeist. This cultural significance guarantees that NYFW will always play a significant role in the larger discussion about identity, society, and the arts.

I’m attaching a few photos of some shows I went to as well as some of my favorite looks from this season

Parsons: Look 16

WHO DECIDES WAR

ZOE GUSTAVIA ANNA WHALEN

RIO

LAUR

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Parsons MFA Spring 2020

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Cara Latoszewska - Parsons MFA Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear, New York Fashion Week

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Sunny Ning for Parsons MFA Spring 2024 Ready-to-Wear NYFW

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Weiran | SS23

‘Speculative Ecosystem’

shot by He Xiao

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Parsons MFA | Spring 2024 Ready-to-wear

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Parsons MFA Thesis Show, May 24 2023

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Ziqi Zhen at Parsons MFA SS25

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Okay, this is not technically important but since I plan on applying to FIT and Parsons I just wanted to have their requirements for both their fashion BFAs and MFAs together to know how well I should be technically. I also have CCC on there so I know what to compare what my school would want form their fashion students so I know what I should have the basics in:

Fashion Institute of Technology

Parsons School of Design

Columbia College Chicago

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Asato Kitamura for Parsons MFA, Spring 2023

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parsons fashion design mfa - kota okuda - ss19

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Parsons MFA Spring 2020

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Cara Latoszewska - Parsons MFA Spring 2025 Ready-To-Wear, New York Fashion Week

source: vogue.com

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Sunny Ning for Parsons MFA Spring 2024 Ready-to-Wear NYFW

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Patrick Taylor at Parsons MFA SS25

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