Applications for annual high-school student Fashion Camp at Galleria Dallas due May 15

by PegNews wire

DALLAS — Since 2006, Galleria Dallas has invited the state’s most fashion-forward teens to participate in an exclusive Fashion Camp. This year, Galleria plans to make available 60 spaces in its highly coveted camp, held August 11-15 at Galleria Dallas.

Teens who aspire to work in the fashion industry as designers, buyers, and fashion journalists can apply for a chance to get one-of-a-kind hands-on training in the inner workings of the fashion industry. Organizers will select the top 60 students to participate in a week of fashion education and experiences, culminating in the opportunity to execute an exciting fashion show featuring back-to-school fashions.

Students entering grades 10-12 are invited to submit applications to participate in Fashion Camp. Applications are available at the Web site and at Galleria’s Guest Reception Center. Applications must be completed and returned by May 15.

During Galleria Dallas Fashion Camp, students will attend classes each morning taught by industry leaders. Classes include lectures on professional styling, industry trend forecasting, fashion journalism, fashion retailing, and event marketing. Additionally, Fashion Camp Director Karl Marshall brings years of fashion experience. An international model for 10 years, Marshall has produced fashion shows and events in Dallas, Los Angeles, and other markets. Marshall’s enthusiasm keeps all participants engaged, despite the busy work schedule.

Campers will spend each afternoon planning and executing a Back-To-School Fashion Show, which Galleria shoppers will enjoy on Saturday, August 16 at 3 p.m. The fashion show will include scenes created by the campers using professional models and Galleria fashions, and emceed by Galleria Dallas Fashion Stylist Holly Quartaro along with a surprise celebrity emcee. Celebrity emcee, ooooooh, who could it beeeeeee?

Source: Galleria Dallas