Yesterday was such a proud day for me. I graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology in fashion merchandising, and cum laude at that! Since I was in middle school, I’ve always wanted to live the dream in NYC. Once high school arrived, I began requesting all of the course catalogs from multiple colleges (Hey! Don’t judge! I love getting mail!). By far, my favorite was FIT. I wanted to be one of those stylish girls in the catalogs that actually studied fashion, art, and business and that would eventually lead a glamourous life amongst the fashion industry.
Long story short, let’s just say my parents didn’t think I was ready to move to NY on my own. I was 17 after all. Eye roll. Regardless of that, I kept the dream of FIT in the back of my head. Once I made it to NY four years later, I knew what I had to do. I was luckily accepted and began my journey to obtain another degree, but this time, from a school that I actually loved.
Although my friends and family couldn’t be with me for the ceremony, it was an accomplishment that only I needed to recognize. Sometimes your dreams can come true. With a little hard work, lots of perseverance, and a determined mindset, you can make things happen. In your life, a lot of people will tell you that you can’t accomplish certain feats and most likely, you’ll have quite a few hurdles. Don’t let it get you down. Keep your head up and keep true to yourself. In the wise words of an Adam Sandler movie, “You can do it!”
What is your lifetime dream?
CONGRATS, CONGRATS, CONGRATS!!!! Sooooo happy for you girlie!
Yay! Thank you so much, Stephanie!
Congratulations Lindsay! You worked so hard, especially with all of the work you put into Blog Trends too! So proud of you!
That’s so sweet! Thanks, Kait!
Congrats lady!! You look fab in that cap and glasses
Hahah! Thank you!
Congrats Lindsey! So glad that you came to NY and accomplished what you set your heart out for. This must be such a great year for you! Again congrats!
It’s a HUGE year for me and I feel so blessed!
YEY! Congrats! We went the same path except I opted for LIM fashion program
So cool! I think it’s the best major!
I’m so proud of you doll!!!! Love you! mama Bridge
Thanks, Bridgey!
Congratulations, Lindsay!!! This is an amazing accomplishment. You should be very proud of yourself. I am very happy for you, girl!
Thanks, Lisa! I’m so happy too!
Congratulations!! You’ve accomplished so much and only have more to look forward to!
Thanks so much, Steph!
Congratulations, Lindsay! I absolutely adore the line, “Although my friends and family couldn’t be with me for the ceremony, it was an accomplishment that only I needed to recognize.” That speaks volumes. A bazillion blessings to you!
That is so sweet! Thanks, Nicole!
So proud of you, lady!!!
Thank you!
ohmygosh – congratulations!! so exciting, cheers to you! kudos to you for continuing to pursue your dream, not many people can say that!
Thanks, Lindsey! I hope to continue to keep reaching also!
Congradulations!!! grandpa and I are soooo proud of you. We always knew you could do it!! All your dreams are coming true!! Love you so much.
Thank you, Gma & Gpa! Love you guys! I can’t wait to see you soon!
Linds! Congratulations! So happy for / proud of you
Oh huge congratulations and well done you – the risk taken is always the best one! xx
fashion and frank
Thank you, Claire!
What a year for you! Live it up girl, I’m so proud:)
Thank you, Gwen! I can’t wait to meet you too!