Ep 97: Kristina Ang- Fashion Design Student at Parsons School of Design - How NYC has Shaped Her Outlook and Mindset - Following Her Passion and Drive - Power of Seeking out Opportunities
Summary: <p>This week's guest is a native New Yorker. Kristina Ang is a fashion design student at the Parsons School of Design in NYC, sustainability freelance writer, and fellow podcast host for <em>The Life of A Fashion Student </em>Podcast. From a very early age, she was determined to make a start in the fashion industry. Her ambition and passion to integrate herself in the fashion world have compelled her to take up various internships throughout her early years of high school including working as a Showroom Intern at Alice & Trixie and becoming a Nordstrom Fashion Ambassador. In the past she have taken on roles such as Design & Product Development Intern at Kassatex NYC, Intern at Sandy Liang, Design & Product Development Intern at The Arrivals NYC, Fashion Team Intern at V Magazine, and Education & Sustainable Strategies Intern at CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America). Currently, she is a Public Relations Intern at Conti-Communications. Kristina's biggest hope in life is to inspire, impact, influence, and invigorate those around her.</p> <p>In this episode, Kristina reveals that she has a twin sister and talks about what that relationship is like. We also dive into how she found her passion for fashion and her decision to follow that calling, despite some initial hesitations. Kristina is a driven individual and constantly puts herself out there and seeks opportunities. She explains how that stems from being a New Yorker and how the city has shaped her to be the woman she is today. We also talk about her career and personal highlights, how she utilities her competitive edge and hustle in a positive way, the struggle of trusting others, the importance of trusting your gut and validating your feelings, and so much more!</p> <p>Feel free to connect with Kristina on her below platforms:</p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kristinamichelleang/" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/kristinamichelleang/</a></p> <p>Podcast: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5tk1Ptko1nBhcekYskjFD5" target="_blank">https://open.spotify.com/show/5tk1Ptko1nBhcekYskjFD5</a></p> <p>Website: <a href="https://www.kristinaang.com/" target="_blank">https://www.kristinaang.com</a></p> <p>You can direct any questions, feedback or comments to thecityconfessions@gmail.com. </p> --- Support this podcast: <a href="https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support" rel="payment">https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecityconfessions/support</a>
