We are thrilled to welcome to the team Ayden and Maya, interning with Fashion Denver through the Executive Highschool Internship Program! It’s already been an action packed summer and these girls have been covering fashion shows, assisting at fashion camp, and creating fun fashion content that you will read about right here!
Let’s learn more!
AYDEN
My name is Ayden Ehlinger, and I am a current student at Dakota Ridge High School. I am so grateful for this opportunity to work at Fashion Denver. Over the course of my internship, I am looking forward to learning about the process of working with designers and reporting on their work. I have always admired the fashion industry and the way fashion can create a global impact, so I am excited to learn about different designers and the messages they carry with their brands.
MAYA
In today’s fashion industry, the lines separating gender, race, age, and class are more blurred than ever, allowing the community of creatives to unify beyond these definitions. Through this internship I, Maya Fuentes-Stanard, aim to unite our community further, connect with a platform of artists and open my perspective of the fashion industry while developing my identity … Read more!
“Sometimes all a woman needs is a “statement piece” to pull her look together; so why not throw on a kimono? I founded Ziba Kimonos by Kiana Kouture to fulfill a long time dream to empower women, regardless of skin color or size, to feel fabulous in their clothes!”- Kiana
Who doesn’t love that one perfect piece that can pull together any outfit.. Whether it’s a beautiful cocktail dress, your swimsuit while on vacation, or your favorite jeans and t-shirt, the kimono is a beautiful way to do just that!
We had a chance to get to know the designer behind the kimonos, Colorado resident residing in beautiful Monument, Kiana!
How long have you been a resident of Denver?
I’ve lived in CO for most of my life (almost 46 years). My family moved from Flushing, NY to Colo. Springs shortly after I was born. When my mom was diagnosed with cancer she returned for treatment, and ultimately lost her battle while in N.Y. and is buried there.
I attended CSU Ft. Collins after graduation and have spent the majority of my life in beautiful Colorado. I currently live in Monument and enjoy exploring and shopping in Denver (especially the … Read more!
Observing beautifully buff men model dress shirts is not a bad way to spend an afternoon. I had the pleasure of helping out at the Fashion Denver / Bradley Allen Valentine’s Day photo shoot this week. It was my first behind-the-scenes shoot experience and I was very excited. Pro tip: if you ever get lost looking for a photo shoot location, follow the pretty people. I had been searching for the building for a few unsuccessful minutes when a stunning couple emerged from their car, greeting me with a magnificent combination of muscles, luscious locks, and pearly whites.
Following them inside, I was impressed by the obvious amount of effort that went into planning the shoot. The makeup and apparel had to be pristine, the props laid out just so, and the equipment fine-tuned. Models not only had to perfect a variety poses but make them look natural and effortless as well. The attention to detail that went into creating entrancing, realistic scenes for these shirts was remarkable.
I can’t imagine the pressure on the models to look realistically intimate (sometimes with strangers) in front of a bunch of people staring at you … Read more!
We are currently seeking a late fall / early spring intern! This position is for school credit / experience.
Application at the bottom of this page.
Marketing, public relations, and social media:
The internship will focus on Fashion Denver events as well as working with other fashion businesses around the community.
From writing press releases to event planning production, to small business marketing campaigns and social media strategy, this internship will leave the student with tons of small business experience as well as connections in the fashion and creativity industry in Denver.… Read more!
To my fellow fashion businesses (designers, stylists, salons and boutiques). Check out this amazing internship opportunity that Goodwill is providing this summer!
Greetings,
Goodwill Industries and the City and County of Denver are excited to collaborate on this year’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) and we would love to partner with you Center to host a youth intern or employee.
What do we need from you?
We are seeking employers in the public and private sectors to host youth employees or interns aged 16-21. These youth employees can fill open positions within your organization, or you can create an intern or job position for them. Summer Youth Employment Program will pay for each youth to work a maximum of 120 hours at minimum wage ($9.30/hr). You give them the job, we pay them the wages!
Once a youth is designated to your organization you can work directly with them on their schedule. 120 hours of work between the dates of June 12, 2017 and August 16, 2017 are required, but you can break that up in the best way that works for you and your employee(s). Please arrange for students to know their schedule at least seven days in advance. … Read more!
Supporting Colorado designers since 2004 through production of fashion markets, fashion shows, and business development
I’ve lived in CO for most of my life (almost 46 years). My family moved from Flushing, NY to Colo. Springs shortly after I was born. When my mom was diagnosed with cancer she returned for treatment, and ultimately lost her battle while in N.Y. and is buried there.
Goodwill Industries and the City and County of Denver are excited to collaborate on this year’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) and we would love to partner with you Center to host a youth intern or employee.