The Weekender: Ms.FIT

It's finally Friday! Time to let loose and this weekend is even more exciting, because the wait is finally over for the Ms. FIT pageant! This is the reason we go to FIT! Well one of the reasons...and you need to be there! Until then we'll give you something to do for pre and post the big event!

The Weekender Report

It's that time of the week again darlings...are you ready to party?  Thought you might be!  Especially since we have no classes on Monday!  Time to take a break from the books and projects, and time to go cray cray!  Fashion Week may have come to an end but  this is your last chance to party like a model! No excuses, it's your weekend to let loose. Here are our picks of what to do this weekend!


FRIDAY:

Do you feel the good vibes?  It's really relaxing music!

• Are you getting tired of the same old DJs at the same old clubs?  Bored of the music on your iPod? Well, then maybe you should check out Mates of State at Le Poisson Rouge tonight! It's live music, but also kind of mellow.  It's a cool change from the same old Top 40 songs on the radio.  It's 18+ 6:30-10pm.  Start your night off here with friends to get your group in good vibes.  See more about the event here. 

My Super Sweet Sixteen: Style Shop Edition

Need a scarf? Maybe a bracelet? I think I know where you can get one.... ;)

The Style Shop had it's big reopening for Spring semester yesterday and it was a huge success! Style Shop continued their celebration of their 16th year and they do not disappoint.  Throughout the shop were smiling faces and some in awe of all the fabulous new items the shop has! It was truly a celebration that MTV should have covered! But lucky for us, we got to do it instead!

How much do you love Style Shop?

Welcome Back!

It's the first week back at FIT and it's time to get back into the old grind. Hopefully, everyone had a wonderful winter break and is ready for the semester! Here at the Society blog we like to make the start of the semester easier for everyone.. and what better way to do that then a fabulous shopping guide?! Let's start the spring semester off the right way, shall we?

In Case You Missed It!

This week was an amazing meeting! If you missed it here's the scoop!  We started it off with the handsome eye candy of CEO and Founder of StyleCaster, Ari Goldberg!  He definitely brought up our spirits from the boring Tuesday we all seemed to be having!

He was even more good looking in person!

In Case You Missed It!

Hi Merchandising Society members! In case you missed Tuesday's meeting, here's all you need to stay up to date! 


Member of the Week: Ashley Coico!
Congrats to Ash for being Member of the Week! We asked her a few things today and she let us know that her Thanksgiving plans include going home to Poughkeepsie. Luckly lady, we're sure the  foliage upstate is awesome right now!

Ashley herself!

Ashley also cites Kourtney Kardashion as her celebrity style icon and told a silly little story about how she went to Barnes & Noble to attend Kourtney and Khloe's book signing for their new novel (i.e. a book we're sure someone else wrote for them!). Ashley waited four hours in line to get a signature from the famous sisters and said Kourtney was a little . . . stony with her. She didn't take it too seriously, though. Good girl!


Just So You Know: 

• The magazine drive is extended until December 1st. Email Nicole_Morrongiello@fitnyc.edu if you have any questions! 
• Natalie, our special events manager, is leading an excursion to the Rockefeller Christmas Tree Lighting next Wednesday! Sign up at next Tuesday's meeting. 
• Ari Goldberg, CEO of Style Caster will be speaking at next week's meeting. So do your research! 

Rub a dub dub thanks for the grub!

That's all for this week, readers. Have a lovely holiday weekend, eat well, and we'll see you next Tuesday!

♪ The Music Note ♪

Rain, rain, go away FIT wants to play! It's so not Chanel weather outside, but the Music Note is here to cheer you up! The tunes that we have today are massive and will surely produce a smile on your face!  I encourage everyone to get off their booties right now & have a mini dance party wherever you are right now!!

Our member of the week Ashley Coico knows the drill.  She shared the song that always makes her happy! The song is Give Me Everything by Pitbull!  And can we blame her? This is one song that should make everyone want to dance.  Even if you don't like the song you can still crack a smile at how Pitbull sings from the side of his mouth!

♪ The Music Note ♪

Class work bringing you down again?  Well, have no fear The Music Note is here to get you out of the Tuesday blues.  Last week was completely dedicated to Drake after his new album had been leaked.  This week I'm happy to say FIT students are still in rap mode, but this time it's all about college rappers! Yes, thanks to Asher Roth these young studs are becoming more known in the music industry! Check it out!

Taylor, a third semester Textile Design major, informed us of her love for these rappers. When asked what she was listening to she was happy to share this song.  Me First by T Mills!  Not only is Taylor addicted to the song but she also finds the rapper hot! & If you take a chance to look, he actually is quite good looking! Take a listen & don't be afraid to check out more of his tunes!

PROOF THAT FIT STUDENTS HAVE GOOD TASTE!

♪ The Music Note ♪

It was absolutely gorgeous today, which means everyone was outside taking the fall air in! Some around FIT were listening to music and that's where we come in! Another Tuesday means another Music Note has arrived.  Here to get you up and moving, so let's get it started!!

Our first music fan was none other than first year FMM major, Michelle! She was put on the spot when we asked what song she's obsessed with, but then it clicked.  Her obsession this week is Headlines (They Know) by Drake.  Drake's has been having a pretty big year and it looks like it's his day amongst FIT ladies! 

♪ The Music Note ♪

Hello all the lovely faces of FIT :) The Music Note is back again, only now on a new day! Still bringing to you what's hot in music and what your fellow passerbys are listening to! You know the drill, turn up the volume and get listening!

Our first song share is from none other than Rony Patzan! That's right our own fabulous Social Media Manager was the first to share his new addiction.  This week he has the song Shake it Out by Florence + The Machine. This fierce red head has not disappointed since she arrived on the music scene! Rony also shared that her new album is flawless!

♪ The Music Note ♪

Ever wonder what music FIT students are currently listening to? The Music Note is our newest weekly post where you'll find others who have musical tastes similar to yours, as well as those who may end up suggesting your next favorite artist!

We perused campus and found a few students who were willing to share their favorite songs with us and here they are. Headphones on, speakers cranked up please!

Alyssa, a Fashion Design major in her 8th semester, let us know that she listens to a lot of alternative music, including this song, "Slam Crunk" by Holiday Parade.

The cornucopia of musical genres in this song is like listening to Thanksgiving dinner! Good choice Alyssa :) 

FINALS WEEK!! 5 Tips To Survive!

Hello everyone!! It has been finals preparations for a couple of weeks now, and I'm sure the exhaustion is starting to wear and tear on our bodies and minds by now.

Story of our lives....

 So as an experienced Junior about to go into round 6 of finals (OMG I'M SOOOO OLD!), here are the top 5 tips for avoiding tearful breakdowns in the middle of class!

1. BREATHE!!! Yes there will be times where you may just want to quit and go back to bed and wake up next week, but this is the once a semester FIT ritual that is meant to really prepare you for the real world. Breathing has been proven to help you in the most stressful situations, so take a few deep breaths, let the blood flow slow, get some oxygen to the brain and create a finals week plan to map out your week.