faq’s
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is FashionCampNYC located?
A: We are conveniently located in midtown Manhattan at the LIM the College for the Business of Fashion located at 12 East 53rd Street between 5th and Madison Avenues, conviently located in midtown Manhattan.
Q: How many campers will be attending fashion camp?
A: Enrollment is limited to 75 campers per session. We accept applications on a first come, first serve basis.
Q: What is included in the cost of tuition of $1295.00 (per camper)?
A: All lectures, seminars, store visits, project materials, transportation during field trips, and snacks. In addition, lunch will be served on the first and last day of FashionCampNYC.
Q: Who are the directors of FashionCampNYC?
A: Husband and wife Gordon Josey and Fran Della Badia. Gordon, a member of the American Camp Association, has been in the summer camp business as an owner and director for fifteen years. Fran is the Senior Vice President of Merchandising for Coach.
Q: What kind of supervision is provided?
A: In addition to the FashionCampNYC faculty, the entire program will be supervised by trained camp counselors (who are students at LIM, The College for the Business of Fashion) and the camp’s directors. Please note FashionCampNYC is a day-camp program. There is no camper supervision outside of the hours of 9:30am - 4:30pm. Campers typically come to NYC for the week with family and stay with family or friends in the NYC metro area and commute to FashionCampNYC each day.
Q: What kind of fashion experience is needed?
A: Consider FashionCampNYC as your stepping stone to the fashion industry! No experience is needed, just enthusiam and a passion for fashion.
Q: How old must you be to attend?
A: Campers must be either entering 8th grade or be 12 years old at the start of their session.
Q: Do you have suggestions for overnight lodgings for campers outside of the New York metro area?
A: Campers from outside the New York metro area have stayed with family or friends or finding reasonably priced hotels in New York City. Please see this page for more information.
Q: How do I enroll?
A: You can register on-line or you can also register by phone by calling us at 1.866.909.6911.
Q: What is a typical day like?
A: Our program runs daily from 9:30 AM until 4:30 PM. Click here for program details.
Q: Why should my child participate in FashionCampNYC?
A: Imagine learning about the world of fashion from industry experts, including merchants to designers, product developers, stylists, beauty editors and so much more! Meet and network with fashion professionals from visionary companies like Coach, Victoria’s Secret, Cole Haan and American Eagle. Learn how to create your own brand!
Q: If I have more questions how do I contact FashionCampNYC?
A: You can call 866.909.6911 or email info@fashioncampnyc.com
Q: How do I apply to work at FashionCampNYC?
A: Fill out our online staff application, and a member of our recruiting team will be in touch with you.