Meet our new Instructor, Christina Caruso!

She will be teaching SXF 218, How to Design and Merchandise an Accessory Line, starting October 31, 2013!

 So, tell us a little about yourself…

I’m, Christina Caruso, a fashion accessory designer living and working in NYC.
I studied fashion design at Parsons School of Design. Upon graduating, I started my own line of fashion accessories (ChristinaCaruso.com), designed for major brands including Liz Claiborne / Isaac Mizrahi, and was a contestant on Lifetime’s Project Accessory show. I’m currently employed with the GAP as the Design Director for Banana Republic Jewelry.

For those of us unfamiliar with this market, please inform us…

The accessory market is a fast growing and profitable industry. Working with an American lifestyle brand like BR/GAP and collaborating with guest designers on a seasonal basis keeps my job exciting. Our designs are available in over 500 stores world wide reaching a massive audience.

Tell us about a project or accomplishment that you consider to be the most significant in your career…

When I was a student at Parsons School of Design, I knit a bag that was eventually featured on SJP in Sex and The City. This helped launch my career in the accessory world.

What will the students learn from your class?

I will share my personal experience and knowledge of working in the industry.
Students will learn how to design and merchandise a line from start to finish. We will create inspiration boards to tell the story.  I will also bring in other industry leaders as guests to speak about their expertise and share their knowledge of the industry.

Thank you and we look forward to your new class!
To register for this new class, please visit http://www.fitnyc.edu/noncreditregister.