Exploring the City

I haven't had a post in a while, so I'm going to finally write something down again! Lately for my internship, I've been doing some more buying for the store. I've been going to Salvation Army in Brooklyn, and will be doing so again later this week! I love that part of my job is being able to shop and explore the city! I've also been designing some things in the store as well, so that's always fun as well!

When I'm not working or in class, I usually go out and explore the city with friend Annie! We'll usually just wander about the city, eat some awesome food, and just have fun! The other day, we were walking along the Hudson River by the piers, and saw a sign for free kayaking, so we did that. Yesterday, we did even more exploring. My favorite part of the day was when we were walking on 6th Avenue, (aka Avenue of the Americas), and we went into a trimming store. That place was AMAZING! I have to say, I love using trims and incorporating them into my garments that I design. They can totally make a garment stand out, and make it even more unique. All those trims got me thinking of how I would love to make custom wedding dresses for people some day, or even start a party planning business. ...Or design dresses for celebrities for important events (i.e.- the oscars, the grammys). Now that would be a dream come true!

As of now, I am in a fashion design program at Purdue. However, I think I am going to switch majors into management. All of my dreams incorporate owning a business, and I think this will be a smart choice. Then, after management I can hopefully move back to NY, get a job, and then go to F.I.T. to finally learn more about design and sewing. If I switch to management, I also anticipate having more time for sleep, friends, eating, and working out. Which make me happiest in life! Yes, fashion is what I looove, but at this moment in time (or at least at school), I don't think I am happy. Because with all my time spent on sewing, not only do I not have time to study for other classes (and get bad grades in them), but I don't have time to see the people I care about; I don't have time to focus on what makes me happy and be successful. And from what I hear, it gets even harder and more time consuming! : /

I think I need a break, and learn the basics of management to hopefully start my career out on the right foot. I'll have to wait a few years to learn what I really love to do. But as I switch, I anticipate on still sewing and designing new thing, and hopefully making an etsy.com store for jewelry, and hey! Maybe I can create simple dresses, and sell them there too!

I also plan on getting a job while at school as well, so I can actually pay for all those materials! :) While in New York, and before I leave, I also want to buy a ton of chains and charms to create jewelry to sell on etsy as well! This can be another source of income to start my business! I think management will be a good switch. But first, I'll need to see if it's possible! So today will be a day of work, e-mailing, and writing a paper for class.

As of now, I am working on figuring out what is best for me in terms in my career, switching majors, and just being happy in general. I'm trying to figure out how I can reach Complete. Absolute. Harmony.

Thanks for reading!

Marina Del Monte