Twenty-one Berkeley College students served as interns for designer Chuks Collins as he presented his Spring 2024 showcase, “Marine Euphoria: A Harmonious Tribute to Oceanic Splendor,” during New York Fashion Week on September 13, 2023.
Berkeley College students learned what it takes to execute a successful showcase at New York Fashion Week, as they interned for designer Chuks Collins last month. Twenty-one students served as interns for Collins, Berkeley College’s designer-in-residence, as he presented his Spring 2024 showcase, “Marine Euphoria: A Harmonious Tribute to Oceanic Splendor,” at Spring Studios on September 13, 2023.
The students assisted with research, fittings, accessorizing, and pre-show planning, as well as back-of-house and front-of-house tasks on the day of the event.
“The students were more than amazing,” Collins said. “They brought their unique perspective. It reminded me a lot about myself when I was in school, and I look forward to working with them again.”
Tilda Forsberg, a Berkeley College student from Stockholm, Sweden, said being a part of the showcase gave her insight into her future career.
“My professional goal is to work in fashion in the future, and I am figuring out exactly what interests me,” Forsberg said. “I’m very grateful to have been part of this event, as my involvement gave me the full experience on what goes on backstage at a fashion show.”
“I love fashion and have great passion for it,” said Mathilda Österberg Ponsler of Malmö, Sweden, who helped with fittings and preparations for the show. “I have always found it fun to help with planning and to be challenged in new situations. I am grateful that Berkeley gave students this opportunity.”
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