Fashion Symposium: Wondrous Objects

Katie Murphy Amphitheatre Pomerantz Art and Design Center, Fashion Institute of Technology, New York City, NY, United States

Mary Katrantzou, printed, embroidered, and beaded dress with net overlay, spring 2019, England, museum purchase, 2023.52.1 Wondrous Objects is The Museum at FIT’s 33rd symposium, planned in conjunction with the exhibition Fashioning Wonder: A Cabinet of Curiosities. Scholars, artists, and designers will examine how the study and collection of historically and personally meaningful objects have inspired their […]

AI Symposium: Business Innovation and the Creative Transformation

Katie Murphy Amphitheatre Pomerantz Art and Design Center, Fashion Institute of Technology, New York City, NY, United States

Discover how AI is reshaping the creative landscape from fashion to media and beyond at FIT's Second Annual AI Symposium, AI: Business Innovation and the Creative Transformation. Explore its influence on design, fashion, education, and more, connect with industry experts, and dive into hands-on workshops. Sponsored by the FIT DTech Lab. This event is free and open to the public; […]

Fashion Over 50: Women’s Self-Images, Shopping Frustrations, and Solutions

Katie Murphy Amphitheatre Pomerantz Art and Design Center, Fashion Institute of Technology, New York City, NY, United States

The over-50 fashion market is surging as Generation-X women join their Baby Boomer sisters, swelling an already significant economic niche. Yet this cohort, with its considerable spending power, is often overlooked by the fashion industry and fashion media—a problem exacerbated by shrinking retail selections and the shift to online shopping. How can the industry—and individual […]

CitySource Symposium

John E. Reeves Great Hall Conference Center, Fashion Institute of Technology, New York City, NY, United States

The City Source Symposium, an extension of the City Source Local Supplier Showcase, offers a dynamic platform for manufacturers, designers, brands, and students to discover the latest technological advancements shaping the apparel manufacturing industry. This year, the event will unveil 15 City Source Virtual Factory Tours, showcasing factory capabilities and equipment across various specializations. Attendees […]

FGI Beauty U Symposium

Katie Murphy Amphitheatre Pomerantz Art and Design Center, Fashion Institute of Technology, New York City, NY, United States

Fashion Group International, in partnership with FIT Gladys Marcus Library, will host a symposium around beauty industry innovation. Find the full schedule of topics and talks on the FGI website. This is a ticketed event. A limited number of free tickets are available for the FIT community and alumni; register with your FIT affiliation. Members […]