My journey in the world of fashion education is grounded in a foundation of pride and perseverance. I proudly earned a place at one of the most renowned and competitive fashion schools in our country, the Fashion Institute of Technology, and graduated magna cum laude with two degrees: Fashion Design and International Trade & Marketing. This achievement was the inception of a remarkable career journey, where I ascended the ranks in the men's fashion industry, transforming a fledgling fashion design assistant role into the esteemed position of Director of Production in less than six years.
My lifelong dream has been to impart the knowledge gained from my extensive career journey to the next generation and beyond. I am driven to teach, mentor, and inspire young minds, igniting their passion for the fashion industry. My educational pursuits have illuminated the fact that my rich industry experience equips me to guide students of all ages in their initial steps toward becoming designers, production managers, or invaluable team players in the creative realm of business.
After spending approximately a decade in the fashion industry, I made the conscious decision to transition into a teaching role in a high school setting. This decision was rooted in my desire to give back to the next generation, guiding them through the intricacies of portfolio design and the intricacies of the fashion business.
My breadth of knowledge encompasses diverse aspects of fashion and clothing, including business, fashion, art, and production. I am excited about the prospect of elevating these disciplines to new heights, demonstrating to students that a career in the creative fields can lead to a highly industrious and successful future.
Even beyond the design and production, I have begun a new journey of authorship. There I draw my inspiration from my son. Together, he and I have developed several stories and illustrated each to share our ideas and experiences with the world. This brings my personal life, my creative aspects and my desire to provide insight to young children into fruition.
I invite you to explore some of the projects I have undertaken with my students over the years on my website. These showcase my commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a passion for fashion education. As well, explore my services and books that may interest you, your family or your community.
Sincerest of Gratitude,
ValerieRomano