If Your Kids are More Fashionable Than You Are, Send Them to the Galleria's Fashion Camp

Galleria Fashion Camp — Girls assemble real outfits in groups and explain the inspiration. (photo courtesy of Fashion Camp)

Last year Kristin and I had the pleasure of attending a day of the Galleria’s Fashion Camp. All we could think was that we wished we’d had this Fashion Camp to help us find the path to our current careers. The camp, which runs between August 8 and August 13, is for teens interested in fashion (anything from styling to designing). Kids get the chance to do everything from getting hands on with clothing and assembling creative outfits to hearing lectures from industry experts like professional stylists, models, and magazine editors. On the day we attended, campers were actually given cash to spend so they could journey through the mall, collecting clothing within a budget to make a trendy ensemble. How fun is that? If you’ve got a teen son who dresses like he belongs on the cover of GQ or daughter who can’t get enough of Vogue, have them apply for this camp. The knowledge they’ll gain and the fun they’ll have is invaluable. I know. I was there last year. For the full release, click “continue reading.” Otherwise, get to filling out the app. The deadline to sign up is May 9.

GALLERIA DALLAS OFFERS EXCLUSIVE FASHION EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY TO FASHION SAVVY TEENS

Applications for Fashion Camp at Galleria Dallas due May 9

Galleria Dallas has long been recognized as a source for fashion innovation in North Texas and across the Southwest. Since 2006, the stylish center has invited the state’s most fashion-forward teens to participate in an exclusive Fashion Camp. This year, Galleria plans to make available sixty places in its highly coveted camp, which will be held August 8-13, 2011, at Galleria Dallas.

Teens who aspire to work in any aspect of the fashion industry can apply for a chance to get one-of-a-kind hands on training in the inner workings of the fashion industry. Organizers will select the top sixty students to participate in a week of fashion education and experiences, culminating in the opportunity to execute an exciting fashion show featuring back-to-school fashions.

Students entering their sophomore year in high school through their freshman year in college are invited to submit applications to participate in Fashion Camp. Applications are available at www.galleriadallas.com and at Galleria’s Guest Reception Center. Applications must be completed and returned by May 9, 2011.

During Galleria Dallas Fashion Camp, students will attend classes each morning taught by industry leaders. Classes include lectures on professional styling, industry trend forecasting, fashion journalism, fashion retailing and event marketing. Additionally, Fashion Camp Director Karl Marshall brings years of fashion experience to participating teens. An international model for 10 years, Marshall has produced fashion shows and events in Dallas, Los Angeles and other markets. Marshall’s enthusiasm keeps all participants engaged, despite the busy work schedule.

Campers will spend each afternoon planning and executing a Back-To-School Fashion Show, which Galleria shoppers will enjoy on Saturday, August 13 at 3 p.m. The fashion show will include scenes created by the campers using professional models and gorgeous Galleria fashions and emceed by Galleria Dallas Fashion Stylist Holly Quartaro along with a surprise celebrity emcee.

Galleria Dallas General Manager Angie Freed is enthusiastic about the return of Fashion Camp. “Galleria Dallas has always been a top destination for style savvy teens,” notes Freed. “We are excited to host top industry experts as they educate and enlighten these students with an insider’s view of the fashion industry.”

Conveniently located at I 635/LBJ Freeway and the Dallas North Tollway, Galleria Dallas offers shoppers more than 200 exceptional nationally and internationally recognized retailers and hosts over 19 million visitors each year. Center hours are 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 noon to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. Visit www.galleriadallas.com to learn more about the famed shopping center and for holiday store hours.