1. Libby Wadle and Olympia Gayot are credited with reviving J.Crew and introducing it to a new generation.
2. Wadle advises young fashion creatives to find a job that nurtures their passion.
3. Gayot suggests finding inspiration in everyday life and translating it into products that customers love in order to succeed in the fashion industry.
Libby Wadle and Olympia Gayot are credited with reviving J.Crew by introducing it to a new generation. When attending the Parsons Benefit, they offered advice to young fashion creatives seeking successful careers. Wadle advises doing what you love by determining your niche and finding a work environment that nurtures creativity. She was honored with the Parsons Table Award for inspiring students. Gayot emphasizes balancing art and commerce when modernizing classic pieces and trusting one’s instinct as a designer. She advises finding inspiration in everyday life and translating ideas into products that customers love, highlighting the importance of understanding the end use perspective. The Parsons Benefit raises funds for student scholarships and celebrates influential creatives in fashion and design.