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NYC, there's something about you! The Fashion Student Organization (FSO) had a chance to visit the city that never sleeps this past weekend, which included seeing the Kent State NYC Studio and the FIT Museum along with many other attractions. New York City is a truly magical and inspiring place, where people come to chase their dreams. In the case of the girls from FSO, this dream is FASHION. New York City is a dream for any fashionista, due to the countless stores on Fifth Avenue and Soho for shopping as well as the street style found anywhere from Manhattan to Brooklyn for style inspiration. FSO girls truly know how to walk the streets of NYC as if they were a runway. The best thing about FSO is everyone has their own unique style, but we all have a passion for fashion. Check out all of the street style from our fellow FSO members!

Bianca Oliver {@becoming_bianca} enjoying a morning stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge.



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New York City has so many hidden gems that are full of unique characteristics, but unless you have enough time to discover them for yourself or have the “in”, those places can be a little bit of a challenge to discover.

Luckily, we have some of the best coffee shops, brunch spots and even nightlife that we are going to share exclusively to you!

Now we all need our morning coffee, and Starbucks in the city is just not gonna cut it. Based on two popular boroughs, take these two for a go and you will see why that extra stop on the subway is worth commuting to.


Manhattan:
  • Kaffe 1668: We can't promise you will spot Anna Wintour, but located in lower Manhattan only a few blocks from Conde Nast, you will totally love this atmosphere.
275 Greenwich Street (Cross streets: Warren Street, Murray Street)
New York, NY 10007
  • FIKA: Luckily this favorite is very accessible. It is a shop with multiple locations throughout Manhattan but if you're looking for a nice rooftop with chic furniture, go for the location on 10th ave in Hell’s Kitchen.
566 10th Ave 10036 New York
  • Ralph's Coffee: Shopping in 5th Ave can be tiring so make sure you stop into Polo Ralph Lauren and find the hidden coffee shop (hint: the second floor) and grab some energy in a classic and fancy environment.
2nd Floor, 711 5th Ave, New York, NY 10022
  • L Train Vintage: We ALL love thrifting that one garment that makes your heart happy, but imagine having a hidden gem in every rack. That is exactly what you will find in this amazing, beautiful and perfect manhattan and brooklyn based thrift store chain. While they have many locations off of multiple stops on the L train (hence the name), I find that the manhattan store is always the best. It is in the East Village and is next to some of the best vintage and consignment stores that NYC has to offer!
1377 Dekalb Ave, New York, 11221
  • If you’re into a more grungy scene and are looking for some real New York flare, the Lower East Side (LES) is where it’s at! More specifically, going to Saint Marks is your best bet. Don’t be surprised when you find dresses made from screws and leather or platform boots that will make even the most Hot Topic lover shocked because the freaks come out and are ready to play when in St. Marks! It’s totally a fun experience and I love the adventures that are there.
                   8th Street/St. Mark’s Place in Manhattan



Brooklyn:

  • Brooklyn is like the coffee shop mecca but because traveling deeper into Brooklyn (aka outside of Williamsburg and Bushwick), make sure you stop into Toby’s Estate Coffee Shop. You will not regret it. Trust me.
125 North 6th Street
Brooklyn, NY
  • Beacon's Closet: Because we travelled all the way into Brooklyn from Manhattan, make sure you stop in and find your new favorite jacket in Beacon's Closet. Located right by Toby’s Estate, this trendy consignment store is full of amazing finds that your closet NEEDS to have.
74 Guernsey St
Brooklyn, NY 11222
  • Kent Avenue in Williamsburg: Our last favorite stop is one that money can't buy. This view is free to stare into and is worth every moment. Enjoy the entire skyline of Manhattan and try to spot your favorite landmarked building. Mine is the Chrysler Building...can you spot it? Tip: Go during “golden hour” (sunset) or during the evening when the lights are shining bright!


Queens:
  • If you are up for an adventure that is a little out of the way, hop on the N or Q train and explore the Museum of the Moving Image. It’s artistic and definitely fits the neighborhood vibe that is Astoria.
36-01 35th Ave, New York, NY 11106
Enjoy the city and if you find yourself with some free time and are not sure what to explore next, just hop on a train and get off in a random station. Explore! You can’t get too lost in NYC. If you’re sticking to Manhattan, just walk. If you come across water you’ve reached the east or west side and you can just make a quick turn around. Have fun!


By Hayden Flanders




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Oh New York Fashion Week...how we always wish we would be lucky enough to sit front row at any of the numerous shows that take place during the most glamorous week in New York. While some students are lucky enough to help out backstage, your own FSO board was stuck here dreaming of all of the beautiful clothes that debuted for Fall/Winter 2016. Today, each board member will be sharing their top picks from this season's New York Fashion Week.

Hannah's Favorites:
Alice + Olivia - The presentation itself was stunning. I have a friend and (KSU Fashion School Alumni) who is an assistant designer for A + O and seeing her work presented so beautifully was such a surreal thing. The models were places so casually. Some were active doing things like painting, while others were just posed strategically with props. As always, the designs were intricate and the line highlighted brilliant prints. This season the color palette was very 70's inspired and it was spot on aesthetically. 

Derek Lam - This collection is one that speaks to my personal style the most. Its smart, simplistic, well-curated, while still being a bit luxurious. The line was vast, with such a range of looks that all worked together effortlessly. The coats were to die for! 

Rachel Zoe - To be honest, I'm not always a Rachel Zoe fan, but this season she completely blew me away. The all white looks for fall were incredible but she really wowed me with her sheer black pieces and the pops of vibrant patterns. 

Sabrina's Favorites:


The Row - The Row is always so refined and elegant which is the style I'm naturally drawn to; I especially like the high-waisted trousers for this season!



Fenty x Puma - I like what Rihanna is doing with Puma and transforming the brand and making it relevant to today's society. The punk grunge was fun, and the hair/makeup was out of this world!

Yeezy - The fact that Kanye West packed 20,000 into Madison Square Garden for his third Yeezy show is spectacular. The fan base is fierce and I love the energy that seeps into his fashion brand. Even though I'm not the biggest fan of his clothing, I appreciate how he executes his shows every season.

Claire's Favorites:


Oscar de la Renta - Oscar de la Renta never disappoints with its clean lines and attention to detail. This year's line was focused on a cinched waist. I loved this concept because it was a more classic version of the "fit and flare" dress that has been a staple for far too long.

Coach - I loved their concept of incorporating iconic American stereotypes throughout their 75 years of business. Coach seamlessly mixed 70s colors with the silhouettes and hemlines of the 50s. In order to make it modern, Coach added metallic touches that I think perfectly meshed their 75 years of style.

Tracie's Favorites:
Mara Hoffman - I adored the vibes from this collection. The 1970's has been a favorite trend of mine all season long and I am so happy that it will still be around for Fall/Winter 2016. I can totally see myself wearing the majority of this collection, especially any of those gorgeous maxi dresses.


Tommy Hilfiger  - I always cannot wait to see what Tommy Hilfiger comes up with as a theme for his show. Even though my favorite by far was his football field for Fall 2015, I thought the nautical boat was so unique and entertaining. Tommy Hilfiger does not really fit my personal style, but I really want some of the jackets from this collection!


Alice + Olivia - I so wish I could have attended this presentation! I followed along with some of my favorite fashion bloggers on their Snapchats while they attended, and I adored the atmosphere of the show. The song "People" sung by Barbra Streisand was playing while models were staged in various everyday scenes themed in the 1970's. It was like the perfect fashion dream for me. I would honestly wear about 75% of the collection, and I was in love with the embroidered flare jeans.


Dana's Favorites:


 Maiyet - I love Maiyet's collection so much because of all the different textures and textiles used throughout the entire collection. (Textile geeks unite!) 

Rosie Assoulin - Rosie Assoulin has been a favorite of mine for a few years now; I always love the unique lines and architectural details she uses in all of her pieces. 


Mara Hoffman - Mara Hoffman's jumpsuits stole my heart this season. Loud prints, 70's inspired silhouettes and gowns with the *perfect* amount of volume are a few other reasons Mara Hoffman's show is one of my favorites. 

Meghan's Favorites:


Prabal Gurung - This collection was without a doubt my favorite for Fall 2016! Because I’m a always a sucker for interesting textures, I fell in love with his way of mixing knit sweaters into evening wear and using fur, leather and satin together perfectly to create a breathtaking collection!

Monique Lhuillier - Although I don’t tend to wear prints that often, I appreciate a collection that can beautifully mix unexpected prints together and I think this collection did exactly that. I love how the vibrant reds, greens and pinks juxtaposed with deeper shades of navy, green and black in her prints. 

Jason Wu - I could see myself wearing a ton of looks from this collection especially with the dark color palette. I loved the silhouettes that carried throughout the collection including structured dresses, off the shoulder looks and oversized coats.

What were your favorite shows from New York Fashion Week?
Tell us in the comments below!
XO FSO PR Girl
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