What does fashion mean to me? Fashion is the basis or foundation in all that we do. Our society revolves around fashion. It’s a lifestyle, an interactive art form, and a language in itself. Fashion and culture are completely intermingled with each other, which is what interests me the most.Fashion has always played a huge role in my life. Since I was young, I was always influenced by art and music. To me, art is seeing, and music is hearing. I always looked at fashion as a combination of both. As I grew older, it led me to create my own sense of style and individualism. The interest in fashion grew as I learned more about the industry itself. Although I didn’t have the artistic ability to design clothes, I still wanted to find a way to market or sell products that I felt represented who I am.After graduating from High School, I immediately attended Kean University in New Jersey. I began taking classes geared towards a Management degree, but I felt as if the college wasn’t what I expected. Although I did well in most of my business classes, I failed to do well in others. I felt as if the classes were too big and didn’t like the atmosphere. Along with the addition of certain financial problems, I decided to stop attending Kean and began working to support myself. Although finishing college was something I wanted to accomplish, it just wasn’t the right time for me.After leaving Kean University, I decided to work in retail. I started as a regular sales associate and was able to work my way up through several companies. I now have been a manager at places such as UNIQLO, H&M, and Williams-Sonoma. I’ve even worked/interned for a small independent magazine, helping with marketing and sales. I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished, but I feel like I’m ready for the next step. To me, that next step is earning my college degree. After taking several years off from school, I now see the importance of investing time and hard work to achieve a solid education. I’ve worked diligently my entire life, and now I would like to focus my attention on school. FIT would be a huge stepping stone for my future. I see now that life has its trade-offs and getting an education at FIT can open so many doors. FIT’s approach at teaching is unique from any other college, which is the reason why I know I would benefit from your school. It’s educational approach and direct connection with the industry is what sets this school apart from the rest. With my experience and a college degree in my hand, I feel as if the possibilities are endless.In the future, I see myself using my degree and hopefully landing a career with companies such as Nike, Ralph Lauren, Puma, etc. My goal is to be a marketing manager or to work in advertising at a company that is in the forefront of fashion, art, or even music. The field is something that I already have an ample amount of experience with, so I know I’ll be able to contribute right away. Working in the fashion industry is a dream of mine and with your help it can happen. Attending your school would be the opportunity of a lifetime. To be surrounded by students with the same drive and ambition as me would be motivational. If I am accepted into your school, it would change my life. Although I’ve been through many trials and tribulations, I’ve always found a way to succeed. Getting a college degree and great education is now my objective. Fashion is an ever changing form of art and I would someday like to be a narrator, a leader, and a contributor to the future of it.

Really good except a few spots:1) I think you should spell FIT out in words the first time you use it2) 5th paragraph down should say "Its" not "it's educational approach"3) Bottom paragraph should say "surrounded by students with the same drive and ambition as MINE..." not "me..."I don't see anymore errors but you should probably go over it one more time on your own just to see if you've included all you wanted to say.