FSO: First, tell us a little about yourself!
Annie Skoch: I am freshman who is currently pursuing a major in Fashion
Merchandising with a minor in Entrepreneurship. I have always dreamed of
pursuing a career in fashion. I grew up loving to sew and selecting outfits for
my fashion-challenged sister, so I fell in love with the idea of working
with individuals to develop products for the fashion industry. I love to
sew, create, and design for fun. I currently have an online Etsy shop, Pink In
Mind Design, where I sew and create custom jewelry and purses for a wide spectrum
of customers. I've had this little business since I was thirteen, and I've
loved seeing the business grow and where my products end up around the world.
At Kent, I work in the KSU Theater Costume Shop where I help with
the construction of the costumes used in the Kent Theater
Productions. It is an awesome experience and I love being involved with fashion
and theater when I work. At home, I work in a formal
dress consignment boutique, Say Yes to Her Dress, where I'm learning
the trades of running a small and fashionable business -- something I want to
do when I graduate from Kent State! In my free time (that is, when I'm not
working on Visual's homework), I love shopping the latest trends, getting
outdoors, and spending time with friends.
FSO: What was your first reaction when you found out you were
awarded the first-ever FSO Scholarship?
AS: When I found out I won the first ever FSO Scholarship, I was
so excited and felt honored! I absolutely love being apart of FSO and felt
extremely blessed to be chosen by an amazing organization. When I found out I
was awarded the scholarship, I was in my Fashion Technology class and was told
my William. He gave me a big hug and I was so excited I could barely focus for
the rest of class! I am so thankful to the FSO board and William for this great
opportunity.
FSO: What is your favorite memory from being a member of FSO?
AS: My favorite memory from being a member of FSO has been the
fashion shows that have been produced by the organization. I have loved
seeing the process in which a fashion show is produced and the final product
after all the hard work! It is also so cool to see all the amazing designs and
creations fellow members create in the matter of weeks. It is such a fun memory
and I cannot wait for the fashion shows in years to come!
FSO: What have you learned from FSO so far in your college
career?
AS: I have learned a great deal from FSO that has helped me (and
will help me) in my college career. FSO has provided me with information
about fashion merchandising, the intricacy of the industry, and the risks and
rewards involved in the fashion world. FSO has also encouraged me to challenge
myself, to work hard inside and outside of class, and to be aware that fashion
is omnipresent.
FSO: What is your dream job upon graduation?
AS: My dream job upon graduation is to open up a fashion
boutique somewhere around Cleveland. It would be amazing if I could expand my
Etsy shop even more and open a store front with my handmade items. I love being
in an industry with a large variety of occupations available. Along with my
business, I would love to work in some kind of Product Development field, where
I could experience both the merchandising and design elements of fashion.
