Week of Events
Exhibition: Figured Cloth: From Sketch to Jacquard — Closes
October 1–11, 2026 Goodman Center Lobby “Figured cloth” is a historical term for a textile with a pattern, or motif, woven directly into its structure during the manufacturing process, rather than printed or dyed on its surface. These textiles, also known as jacquard fabrics, are now developed using specialized textile design software. This exhibition showcases […]
Sunday, October 11, 2026
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Monday, October 12, 2026
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October 12, 2026FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Ronnen Harary in Conversation with FIT President Schupbach
FIT Future//Forward Conversations: Ronnen Harary in Conversation with FIT President Schupbach
As part of the FIT Presidential Speaker Series, Ronnen Harary—co-founder of Spin Master, co-creator of PAW Patrol, and executive producer of Bakugan Battle Brawlers—will speak to FIT President Jason Schupbach on the courage and curiosity necessary to go from idea to a global business. The Presidential Speaker Series is part of FIT Future//Forward Conversations, which […]
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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October 13, 2026 -LinkedIn Essentials: Building Your Professional Profile
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October 13, 2026 -CitySource Lunch and Learn: From Inventory to Income—Build Your Profit
LinkedIn Essentials: Building Your Professional Profile
Career and Internship Services counselors will guide you through the process of building a branded LinkedIn profile. A quality LinkedIn presence is your gateway to networking and career development. Your profile might be the first impression employers and your peers have of you. Let's work together to brand your LinkedIn profile for career success! This […]
CitySource Lunch and Learn: From Inventory to Income—Build Your Profit
Join us online to learn during your lunch hour with the CitySource Lunch and Learn Series, which are held virtually and hosted by FIT’s Center for Continuing and Professional Studies (CCPS) and the Garment District Alliance. Did you know that October is Manufacturing Month? It celebrates the industry's contributions and inspire the next generation of […]
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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Thursday, October 15, 2026
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October 15, 2026 -FIT Board of Trustees Meeting
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October 15, 2026 -Fashion Culture: Future Forward: The Influence of Vintage
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October 15, 2026 -FIT Authors Talks: Kenna Libes on Fashion’s Missing Masses
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October 15, 2026 -Cooking With Omi: Book Talk and Signing with Omi Hopper
FIT Board of Trustees Meeting
The FIT Board of Trustees’ next meeting will be held in person on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Public session: 10:15 am Executive session: 11:45 am The executive session is closed to the public for discussion of personnel matters by the trustees. At the conclusion of the session the open meeting will resume for the purpose […]
Fashion Culture: Future Forward: The Influence of Vintage
Image: Maison Martin Margiela, “Doll” cardigan, fall 1994. Museum purchase, 2025.30.1 This lively conversation on the ever-growing influence of vintage fashion will feature Vogue editor and fashion historian Lilah Ramzi, stylist Danny Santiago, and Amy Abrams, owner of the Manhattan Vintage show. The panelists will explore how the pursuit of the rare and the extraordinary […]
FIT Authors Talks: Kenna Libes on Fashion’s Missing Masses
Kenna Libes, adjunct instructor in the History of Art, talks about her book, Fashion’s Missing Masses: The Representation of Marginalized Populations in Collections and Exhibitions of Dress. Fashion’s Missing Masses fills a gap in literature on museums and fashion collections and focuses on the display of clothing and fashion that has historically been left out […]
Cooking With Omi: Book Talk and Signing with Omi Hopper
Join FIT for an evening with Omalys “Omi” Hopper, New York Times best-selling author and the creator behind the popular cookbook Cooking Con Omi, where she celebrates the vibrant flavors, traditions and stories of Puerto Rican cuisine. Hopper will discuss her new book, cooking, culture and the traditions that have shaped her culinary journey, followed […]
Friday, October 16, 2026
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Saturday, October 17, 2026
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