Latina Fashionista empowers Latinas in the apparel industry by sharing information about education & leadership
Latina Fashionista empowers Latinas in the apparel industry by sharing information about education & leadership
¡Moda Hoy! Latin American and Latinx Fashion Design Today includes creators from Latin American countries, as well as designers of Latin American heritage living and working in the United States . The Museum at FIT, May 31-Nov 12, 2023.
Latinas are powerhouses! We are the prime decision makers for purchases in our households. And we love looking and feeling good and it shows. Latinas purchase more beauty, skin, hair products and children’s clothing than other females in the US. We can build on empowering ourselves by continuing our education and attaining college degrees.
* Key fact - Latino buying power exceeds $2 trillion (2023).
Latina Fashionista programs consist of workshops and presentations held at middle schools, high schools, public libraries, and youth conferences. Lets talk fashion - education, resources, and Latina leaders in the fashion and beauty industries.
* Key fact - Latinas are under-represented in key roles
in the fashion and beauty industries.
The California Department of Education data shows that more than 50% of K-12 female students are Latina. And there are more Latinas enrolled in college than Latinos. Lets keep that momentum going!
* Key fact - In California, 17% of Latinas had at least a Bachelor’s degree. You can do it!
"Thank you again for all this info and I find what you do to be really great. You're giving young women a chance to get closer to their dreams."
“You've changed my life, literally....Latina Fashionista has helped me so much, I dream of being successful in the fashion industry, not just there but there is so much I want to do in life.”
"Thank you for all your hard work and all the wonderful information you share with us..."
Latina Fashionista was founded by Roseanna Garcia, a Latina employed in the Los Angeles apparel industry. As she worked in management for various apparel manufacturers, she observed inequality in the industry especially with minorities. This inspired Ms. Garcia to share her challenging experiences as well as her successes with those entering the industry. She believes through education and leadership, we can increase our presence in an industry we notably contribute to.
Roseanna Garcia has worked in the Los Angeles apparel industry and in higher education. Her professional experiences took her to Russia where she worked with a lingerie company and to China to share Latina Fashionista with college students. She also conducted research for an L.A. County report on the educational institutions offering apparel programs.
She has an MBA in Operations Management from CA State Polytechnic University, Pomona, a BA in Design from CA State University, Los Angeles and an AA in Fashion Design from Los Angeles Trade Technical College.
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