Turning a creative hobby into a professional career through Iowa State University’s fashion program

Abigail’s senior year of high school was COVID and she was bored. She picked up a needled and thread to pass the time. What started out as a way to pass the time soon become a full-blown passion. 

That passion found its perfect home at Iowa State University’s Fashion Design and Merchandising program where the curriculum hones technical skills and helps creativity flourish. 

“I hadn’t been taught any real techniques until my intro to sewing class,” she shares. “But Iowa State lays out the path perfectly—you build skills, develop your style, and explore your creative voice.” 

Abigail was interviewed at the Iowa State University Fashion Show where she shared how connections she made in college working with the Fashion Show landed her an internship on the women’s apparel design team at Steve Madden in New York City. 

For students dreaming of a future in the dynamic global fashion industry, Iowa State offers more than just classes. With supportive faculty, hands-on experiences, and a thriving creative community, it’s a launchpad for bold ideas and big careers. 

Thinking about fashion school in the Midwest? Iowa State might be your perfect fit.