Level 4
Fashion Editorial
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Teaching Methods
Within the Fashion Editorial Level 3, students take part in a hands-on educational approach, planning, organizing, and executing model photo shoots, including props. They acquire analytical and interpretation techniques to modernize concepts, working on sets and directing photographers and teams. Students delve into historical beauty trends and emerging styles, refining their ability to assess models’ looks and choose suitable makeup and hairstyles. They construct research books to reinforce their ideas and convey concepts effectively. After retouching and editing, the final results are assembled in a fashion magazine editorial format. Moreover, students develop an understanding of the personal stylist role, enhancing their problem-solving skills and preparing for real-world industry scenarios while establishing their unique fashion style.
Learning Outcomes
Students will present a comprehensive portfolio highlighting in-depth research and creative results, showcasing their adeptness in creating and styling editorial shoots. They will demonstrate their unique style by selecting clothing, accessories, set design elements and utilizing advanced CAD techniques to produce final outputs in a magazine layout. These achievements align with the One-Year Vocational Program, enhancing students’ development as fashion stylists through a tailored curriculum and practical learning opportunities.
Industry Engagement
At Istituto Marangoni Miami, we focus on immersing students in the art of fashion styling for essential industry exposure and practical experience. Our vocational program in fashion styling aims to provide a thorough understanding of market dynamics, preparing students to meet industry standards. Through immersive learning experiences, students collaborate with industry professionals and gain access to a network of over 80 luxury houses in the Miami Design District and beyond. They participate in hands-on projects like luxury brand runway styling and fashion photography editorial shoots, gaining practical knowledge and honing skills for success in the field. Our dedicated Career Services team provides personalized support in résumé development, mock interviews, and job applications to ensure students are well-equipped for thriving fashion styling careers post-graduation.
Facilities and Resources
Nestled in the vibrant Design District, our Istituto Marangoni Miami campus occupies a contemporary seven-story building thoughtfully designed to cater to the diverse needs of our students and provide an inspiring space for creativity and education. Our premises boast purpose-built classrooms, a state-of-the-art photography studio, a design workshop, and computer labs with renowned software like Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Clo3D for digital design. Alongside, we offer an array of resources to bolster students’ academic and professional growth, including an extensive physical and virtual library stocked with research materials and vital references. You can visit our Miami campus or schedule a virtual tour to learn more about our offerings.
How To Apply
If you are interested in applying to our Vocational Program in Fashion Styling, Level 4, the first step is to schedule an appointment with an admissions representative. To apply to this level directly, you must have a portfolio review by our Academic Committee or have completed the previous levels of this program. Once completed, a detailed email will be sent with instructions on how to proceed with your registration: document submission and visa application, if applicable. International students will have further assistance throughout their visa solicitation process with our Designated School Official (DSO). Once your registration has been completed, you will receive instructions about housing options, orientation, and more.
CURRICULUM
Students will gain extensive knowledge about fashion photography and editorial styling in the fourth level of Fashion Styling. They will engage in practical learning, organizing and conducting model photo shoots, collaborating with a skilled fashion team, and utilizing props to elevate the visual story. As a part of the program, students will create detailed research books specific to their planned photo shoots. These books will be an essential resource, providing thorough insights and inspiration to help students communicate their creative ideas effectively. By immersing themselves in the conceptualization and execution process, students will refine their ability to translate ideas into tangible visual expressions, enhancing their fashion stylists and editorial creative skills. This comprehensive curriculum offers practical experience and a deeper understanding of the multifaceted nature of fashion editorial production, equipping students for successful careers in the ever-evolving fashion industry.
Level 4
Fashion Editorial
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FASHION STYLING IV
Present a professional body of work evidencing extensive research and innovative outcomes. FASHION STYLING IV
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FS402
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VIDEO + FASHION FILM
Learn how to organize, produce and edit an editorial video content. VIDEO + FASHION FILM
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VP201
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DIGITAL PORTFOLIO
Create a digital portfolio of the work realized during the four levels. To be ready to present it to the professionals of the industry. DIGITAL PORTFOLIO
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FS404
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E-COMMERCE VISUAL MERCHANDISING
Understand the strategic display of products on a website to attracts customers and make them engage. E-COMMERCE VISUAL MERCHANDISING
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FS405
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FASHION SHOW PRODUCTION
Define and understand all aspects within industry level fashion show production. Gain experience making decisions relative to various elements of fashion show planning. FASHION SHOW PRODUCTION
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EDITORIAL CREATIVE DIRECTION
Understand how to develop a creative vision for a publication. Experience the management and organization of a production. EDITORIAL CREATIVE DIRECTION
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TUITION AND FEES Level 4 | Fashion Editorial
| Cost and Fees | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | One-Year Program |
| Tuition Cost | $12,000 | $10,000 | $8,000 | $8,000 | $38,000 |
| Non-Refundable Application Fee | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| Semester Campus Fees | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $1,000 |
| Semester Digital Resource Fees* | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $1,400 |
| Semester Books and Supplies* | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $800 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | N/A | $400 | $400 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $12,900 | $10,900 | $8,900 | $9,300 | $41,700 |
| Cost and Fees | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | One-Year Program |
| Tuition Cost | $12,000 | $10,000 | $8,000 | $8,000 | $38,000 |
| Non-Refundable Application Fee | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 |
| Semester Campus Fees | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $1,000 |
| Semester Digital Resource Fees* | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $1,400 |
| Semester Books and Supplies* | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $800 |
| Graduation Fee | N/A | N/A | N/A | $400 | $400 |
| Total Cost of Attendance | $12,900 | $10,900 | $8,900 | $9,300 | $41,700 |
At Istituto Marangoni Miami, we understand that each student’s financial situation is unique. That’s why we offer various payment options tailored to the specific program you are applying to. For detailed information about the payment opportunities available for our programs, we encourage you to schedule an appointment with one of our representatives. They will be delighted to assist you in finding the best program for you and answer any questions you might have.
* The digital resources fees include all required software. Owning a personal computer is optional for on-campus students, as IMM features multiple labs with Apple iMacs and PCs.
* The school provides most resources, yet books and supplies are variable each semester.
* For a comprehensive overview of our tuition, fees, and refund policy, kindly access and download our catalog for detailed information.
*For finance-related inquiries, please contact the Finance Department at finance@immiami.com.
*For finance-related inquiries, please contact the Finance Department at finance@immiami.com.
ADDITIONAL LIVING EXPENSES
| LIVING EXPENSES | COST PER LEVEL – ON CAMPUS | COST PER LEVEL – ONLINE |
| HOUSING PER SEMESTER | $8,000 | $8,000 |
| FOOD PER SEMESTER | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| TRANSPORTATION PER SEMESTER | $2,000 | $1,431 |
| TOTAL COST OF LIVING EXPENSES PER SEMESTER | $11,600 | $11,031 |
| LIVING EXPENSES | COST PER LEVEL – ON CAMPUS | COST PER LEVEL – ONLINE |
| HOUSING PER SEMESTER | $8,000 | $8,000 |
| FOOD PER SEMESTER | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| TRANSPORTATION PER SEMESTER | $2,000 | $1,431 |
| TOTAL COST OF LIVING EXPENSES PER SEMESTER | $11,600 | $11,031 |
* Please note that the above figures are averages and should be used for informational purposes only. Actual costs may vary depending on individual circumstances, lifestyle choices, and other factors. These estimates are not guaranteed and are subject to change.
* Your educational expenses can be classified into two main categories: direct costs and indirect costs. Direct costs include payments made directly to Istituto Marangoni Miami, including tuition and fees. Additionally, any expenses not directly paid to the university fall under the category of indirect costs, such as housing, transportation, and miscellaneous expenditures.
BEYOND
THE CLASSROOM
Internships
Istituto Marangoni Miami offers students in fashion design, fashion business, styling, or interior design programs access to personalized internships that match their unique skills. These internships provide valuable hands-on experience to complement academic learning and prepare students for successful careers.
Industry Networking Sessions
Creating a robust professional network is essential for career progression at Istituto Marangoni Miami. Our ‘In Conversation With’ series offers students the chance to acquire knowledge from established fashion and design professionals. Additionally, our experienced faculty, events, volunteer roles, and brand partnerships facilitate networking, allowing students to expand their industry connections.
The Miami Fashion Movement
Students at Istituto Marangoni Miami participate in significant fashion weeks in the Americas through “The Miami Fashion Movement.” This program offers driven student fashion designers chances to partner with student stylists and exhibit their collections at global events like Miami Swim Week, El Paseo, New York, Panama, Costa Rica, Argentina, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic. This practical exposure enables students to acquire valuable insights into the fashion sector, potentially leading to the thrilling opportunity of presenting their designs on the runway.
Collaborations
Istituto Marangoni Miami provides students with valuable hands-on experience and guidance from industry experts by teaming up with leading fashion and design labels. Through these partnerships, students can participate in diverse tasks, including fashion collection styling for prestigious brands like Chanel and Hugo Boss, producing visual content for top magazines like Vogue, Ocean Drive, and Regia Magazine, and crafting visual merchandising displays for renowned labels. Moreover, students can attend workshops led by professionals such as Frederic Pinet and RioCam, covering topics like creative direction and photography.
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Karla was born in Mexico City, where she lived until she was ten. Later, she moved to Milan, Italy, with her mother, an opera singer at the time. In Milan, particularly while gazing at the shop windows along Via Monte Napoleone, her love for fashion began to blossom. Later, her mother transitioned into acting, and they relocated to Los Angeles, where Karla discovered the allure of Hollywood. Drawing from these formative experiences, Karla merged her passion for fashion and celebrity culture, becoming a highly skilled celebrity stylist.
Karla's educational journey in fashion began at Istituto Degli Abiti in Mexico City, followed by advanced studies at Central Saint Martins in London, where she specialized in Fashion Styling, Fashion Design, and Art Direction. She also attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City.
Concurrently, Karla began experimenting with styling by revamping the wardrobes of her musician friends, a practice that soon solidified her career path. Over the next 25 years, Karla established herself as one of the most successful celebrity stylists in Mexico and beyond. She has styled renowned figures such as Thalia, Paulina Rubio, and even the former First Lady of Mexico. Now residing in Miami with her husband and two daughters, Karla shares her expertise as a professor of Fashion Styling at Istituto Marangoni Miami.
Teaching Areas: Business of Styling and Fashion Styling 4
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Karla Guindi
Fashion Styling Program Leader
Juanita Crary is an experienced fashion stylist and journalist skilled in photography production, advertising, writing, and PR graduated from Universidad de Los Andes. Her Colombian background provides international experience to students, adding to her importance at Istituto Marangoni Miami. As an influential and accomplished arts and creative professional, Juanita has had a history of working in the entertainment industry with top names such as Rolling Stones Magazine, Avessa Magazine, Anthropologie, Caracol TV, and with artists like Maluma and others.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Styling I, Visual Research, Trend Forecasting and Editorial Creative Direction
read more
Juanita Crary
Fashion Styling Professor
Sarah Watson-Baik, a dynamic creative and educator from California, holds Fine Art and Commercial Photography degrees. She's an art, design, fashion, Korean culture, wellness, and sustainability expert. With a background in journalism, she covered the Britpop era and Japanese Harajuku fashion. She continued her education in London at Central St. Martins College and Goldsmiths College. With over a decade in Seoul, South Korea, she's a respected teacher, fashion stylist, professor, and social media influencer. Now based in Miami, she's a Professor of Fashion Styling at Istituto Marangoni Miami, passionately advocating for Korean and Southeast Asian fashion and culture.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Campaign & Photography, Fashion Styling 2 and 3
read more
Sarah Watson-Baik
Fashion Styling Professor
Jorge Andres Castillo is a photographer, curator, and editor originally from Caracas, Venezuela. He has been teaching Fashion Photography at Istituto Marangoni Miami since 2018. Jorge has worked as a photo editor and curator for companies such as Fundación Empresas Polar Caracas, Doral Contemporary Art Museum (DORCAM), and Arts Connections Foundation in Miami. His experience includes his Master’s degree in Communication Design from the University of Essen, Germany, and 20 years of experience with photography. He is now the owner and director of Jacvisual LLC, where he helps brands create their visual communication.
Teaching Areas: Photography- Editing and Retouching and Lifestyle Photography
read more
Jorge Castillo
Fashion Styling Professor
Sofía Agostini is an independent fashion journalist and an adjunct faculty professor at the Istituto Marangoni of Miami. She teaches Research Methods at the Master's level and Fashion Criticism & Digital Writing in the Introduction to Styling progressive course. She was part of the first cohort of Master's students to graduate from the school and is an active member of the Marangoni Miami community.
Her dissertation, Where Have All the Tailors Gone?, was published in the fall 2021 issue of Fashion Studies Journal.
Particularly interested in the history and growth of Latin American Fashion, Agostini has contributed several entries to the encyclopedia 'Raíces de la Moda' of Vogue México and written profiles on upcoming regional designers. She also collaborates for publications like Vanity Fair Spain and DNA Magazine.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Writing and Research Methods
read more
Sofia Agostini
Fashion Business Professor
Edson Smitter is a photographer and cinematographer with 15 years of experience in the field. His passion for visual storytelling and an unwavering commitment to excellence have made him a sought-after talent in the industry. With more than ten years dedicated to advertising photography and videography, Edson has become a master at capturing compelling images for various brands. His expertise spans multiple genres, including product photography, fashion photography, and advertising. A significant turning point in his career occurred when he relocated to Miami eight years ago. This move marked a transformative period where Edson’s skills flourished, and began collaborating with renowned artists and major brands. His Miami journey propelled his career to new heights, expanding his portfolio to encompass photography and videography.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Photography, Videography, Advertising
read more
Edson Smitter
Fashion Styling Professor
Bradley teaches students how brands diversify their systems, increase accessibility, and define new audiences. He is an enthusiastic strategist for content interpretation, process integration, and solution implementation, focused on conversions with demand-generated growth. He is a full-stack web developer passionate about inclusive design and scalable web development that meets industry best practices and provides rich, engaging experiences for our students.
Teaching Areas: Digital and Graphic and Web Design, Digital Marketing and E-Commerce
read more
Bradley Cummins
Fashion Business Professor
Cece Feinberg brings over 21 years of experience, from running her full-service boutique PR agency to the Marangoni Miami classroom. With a Bachelor of Science in Business from Cornell University, she specializes in national consumer media placement, brand building, and event management for clients in the fashion, art, and consumer goods industries.
As the founder of Cece Feinberg PR, she excels in brand and product positioning, global media strategies, fashion show and event media management, editorial trafficking, new product launches, and re-launches of established brands. Her diverse clientele includes fashion brands (swimwear, lingerie, denim, etc.), accessories (shoes, bags, watches, jewelry), toy brands, trade shows, artists, galleries, museums, and retailers.
Teaching Areas: Communication Strategies, Fashion Communication, Social Media Management, and History of Dress and Costume
read more
Cece Feinberg
Fashion Styling Professor
Michelle Rofe was born in Mexico but moved to Israel at a very early age. She was Israel national champion in gymnastics and participated and won several international competitions. Being a gymnast allowed her to travel the world and learn about different cultures. She always loved fashion and started her formal fashion education in San Antonio-Texas, graduating cum laude from the fashion management and design program. After her graduation, she worked in the fashion industry for over 20 years first for a catalog business and later for a fashion ready to wear company. In the last 12 years, she has been working as a professor teaching undergraduate and graduate students in the fashion and graphic design programs. Michelle Rofe has her master’s degree in graphic design from MIU. She believes that these two art disciplines complement each other in many ways. She also works as a co-producer and editor for a media production company. The concept of beauty and aesthetics are themes that she is passionate about and loves to share her ideas and experience and knowledge with others. “Fashion is about dressing according to what’s fashionable. Style is more about being yourself.” Oscar de la Renta
read more
Michelle Rofe
Fashion Design and Master's Professor
Anabella Bergero, an internationally acclaimed Latin American fashion designer, artist, and coach, boasts a rich decade-long career. Her journey from Argentina to Copenhagen, London, New York, and Miami has enriched her creative palette with diverse cultural influences. She holds an MFA from the Fashion Institute of Technology, pursued postgraduate studies at Central Saint Martins, and completed her undergraduate education at the Universidad de Palermo and the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Bergero's expertise lies in the fusion of fashion design and art, emphasizing innovative creative processes that explore gender, culture, and identity. Her career includes recognition as Harper's Bazaar Argentina's Emerging Designer of the Year, SUNY PACC Prize New York, and she recently earned a nomination for the Hispanic Heritage Award by the City of Miami Beach for her contributions to Miami Beach's Hispanic community, particularly for her installation project "Heart of Community" at the Faena Art Project Room.
Teaching Areas: Contemporary Fashion Analysis, Digital Portfolio, History of Art and Visual Culture and Capstone Mentor
read more
Anabella Bergero
Fashion Design Professor
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Karla was born in Mexico City, where she lived until she was ten. Later, she moved to Milan, Italy, with her mother, an opera singer at the time. In Milan, particularly while gazing at the shop windows along Via Monte Napoleone, her love for fashion began to blossom. Later, her mother transitioned into acting, and they relocated to Los Angeles, where Karla discovered the allure of Hollywood. Drawing from these formative experiences, Karla merged her passion for fashion and celebrity culture, becoming a highly skilled celebrity stylist.
Karla's educational journey in fashion began at Istituto Degli Abiti in Mexico City, followed by advanced studies at Central Saint Martins in London, where she specialized in Fashion Styling, Fashion Design, and Art Direction. She also attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City.
Concurrently, Karla began experimenting with styling by revamping the wardrobes of her musician friends, a practice that soon solidified her career path. Over the next 25 years, Karla established herself as one of the most successful celebrity stylists in Mexico and beyond. She has styled renowned figures such as Thalia, Paulina Rubio, and even the former First Lady of Mexico. Now residing in Miami with her husband and two daughters, Karla shares her expertise as a professor of Fashion Styling at Istituto Marangoni Miami.
Teaching Areas: Business of Styling and Fashion Styling 4
read more
Karla Guindi
Fashion Styling Program Leader
Juanita Crary is an experienced fashion stylist and journalist skilled in photography production, advertising, writing, and PR graduated from Universidad de Los Andes. Her Colombian background provides international experience to students, adding to her importance at Istituto Marangoni Miami. As an influential and accomplished arts and creative professional, Juanita has had a history of working in the entertainment industry with top names such as Rolling Stones Magazine, Avessa Magazine, Anthropologie, Caracol TV, and with artists like Maluma and others.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Styling I, Visual Research, Trend Forecasting and Editorial Creative Direction
read more
Juanita Crary
Fashion Styling Professor
Sarah Watson-Baik, a dynamic creative and educator from California, holds Fine Art and Commercial Photography degrees. She's an art, design, fashion, Korean culture, wellness, and sustainability expert. With a background in journalism, she covered the Britpop era and Japanese Harajuku fashion. She continued her education in London at Central St. Martins College and Goldsmiths College. With over a decade in Seoul, South Korea, she's a respected teacher, fashion stylist, professor, and social media influencer. Now based in Miami, she's a Professor of Fashion Styling at Istituto Marangoni Miami, passionately advocating for Korean and Southeast Asian fashion and culture.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Campaign & Photography, Fashion Styling 2 and 3
read more
Sarah Watson-Baik
Fashion Styling Professor
Jorge Andres Castillo is a photographer, curator, and editor originally from Caracas, Venezuela. He has been teaching Fashion Photography at Istituto Marangoni Miami since 2018. Jorge has worked as a photo editor and curator for companies such as Fundación Empresas Polar Caracas, Doral Contemporary Art Museum (DORCAM), and Arts Connections Foundation in Miami. His experience includes his Master’s degree in Communication Design from the University of Essen, Germany, and 20 years of experience with photography. He is now the owner and director of Jacvisual LLC, where he helps brands create their visual communication.
Teaching Areas: Photography- Editing and Retouching and Lifestyle Photography
read more
Jorge Castillo
Fashion Styling Professor
Sofía Agostini is an independent fashion journalist and an adjunct faculty professor at the Istituto Marangoni of Miami. She teaches Research Methods at the Master's level and Fashion Criticism & Digital Writing in the Introduction to Styling progressive course. She was part of the first cohort of Master's students to graduate from the school and is an active member of the Marangoni Miami community.
Her dissertation, Where Have All the Tailors Gone?, was published in the fall 2021 issue of Fashion Studies Journal.
Particularly interested in the history and growth of Latin American Fashion, Agostini has contributed several entries to the encyclopedia 'Raíces de la Moda' of Vogue México and written profiles on upcoming regional designers. She also collaborates for publications like Vanity Fair Spain and DNA Magazine.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Writing and Research Methods
read more
Sofia Agostini
Fashion Business Professor
Edson Smitter is a photographer and cinematographer with 15 years of experience in the field. His passion for visual storytelling and an unwavering commitment to excellence have made him a sought-after talent in the industry. With more than ten years dedicated to advertising photography and videography, Edson has become a master at capturing compelling images for various brands. His expertise spans multiple genres, including product photography, fashion photography, and advertising. A significant turning point in his career occurred when he relocated to Miami eight years ago. This move marked a transformative period where Edson’s skills flourished, and began collaborating with renowned artists and major brands. His Miami journey propelled his career to new heights, expanding his portfolio to encompass photography and videography.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Photography, Videography, Advertising
read more
Edson Smitter
Fashion Styling Professor
Bradley teaches students how brands diversify their systems, increase accessibility, and define new audiences. He is an enthusiastic strategist for content interpretation, process integration, and solution implementation, focused on conversions with demand-generated growth. He is a full-stack web developer passionate about inclusive design and scalable web development that meets industry best practices and provides rich, engaging experiences for our students.
Teaching Areas: Digital and Graphic and Web Design, Digital Marketing and E-Commerce
read more
Bradley Cummins
Fashion Business Professor
Cece Feinberg brings over 21 years of experience, from running her full-service boutique PR agency to the Marangoni Miami classroom. With a Bachelor of Science in Business from Cornell University, she specializes in national consumer media placement, brand building, and event management for clients in the fashion, art, and consumer goods industries.
As the founder of Cece Feinberg PR, she excels in brand and product positioning, global media strategies, fashion show and event media management, editorial trafficking, new product launches, and re-launches of established brands. Her diverse clientele includes fashion brands (swimwear, lingerie, denim, etc.), accessories (shoes, bags, watches, jewelry), toy brands, trade shows, artists, galleries, museums, and retailers.
Teaching Areas: Communication Strategies, Fashion Communication, Social Media Management, and History of Dress and Costume
read more
Cece Feinberg
Fashion Styling Professor
Michelle Rofe was born in Mexico but moved to Israel at a very early age. She was Israel national champion in gymnastics and participated and won several international competitions. Being a gymnast allowed her to travel the world and learn about different cultures. She always loved fashion and started her formal fashion education in San Antonio-Texas, graduating cum laude from the fashion management and design program. After her graduation, she worked in the fashion industry for over 20 years first for a catalog business and later for a fashion ready to wear company. In the last 12 years, she has been working as a professor teaching undergraduate and graduate students in the fashion and graphic design programs. Michelle Rofe has her master’s degree in graphic design from MIU. She believes that these two art disciplines complement each other in many ways. She also works as a co-producer and editor for a media production company. The concept of beauty and aesthetics are themes that she is passionate about and loves to share her ideas and experience and knowledge with others. “Fashion is about dressing according to what’s fashionable. Style is more about being yourself.” Oscar de la Renta
read more
Michelle Rofe
Fashion Design and Master's Professor
Anabella Bergero, an internationally acclaimed Latin American fashion designer, artist, and coach, boasts a rich decade-long career. Her journey from Argentina to Copenhagen, London, New York, and Miami has enriched her creative palette with diverse cultural influences. She holds an MFA from the Fashion Institute of Technology, pursued postgraduate studies at Central Saint Martins, and completed her undergraduate education at the Universidad de Palermo and the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Bergero's expertise lies in the fusion of fashion design and art, emphasizing innovative creative processes that explore gender, culture, and identity. Her career includes recognition as Harper's Bazaar Argentina's Emerging Designer of the Year, SUNY PACC Prize New York, and she recently earned a nomination for the Hispanic Heritage Award by the City of Miami Beach for her contributions to Miami Beach's Hispanic community, particularly for her installation project "Heart of Community" at the Faena Art Project Room.
Teaching Areas: Contemporary Fashion Analysis, Digital Portfolio, History of Art and Visual Culture and Capstone Mentor
read more
Anabella Bergero
Fashion Design Professor
MEET OUR
FACULTY
All faculty
FACULTY
Karla was born in Mexico City, where she lived until she was ten. Later, she moved to Milan, Italy, with her mother, an opera singer at the time. In Milan, particularly while gazing at the shop windows along Via Monte Napoleone, her love for fashion began to blossom. Later, her mother transitioned into acting, and they relocated to Los Angeles, where Karla discovered the allure of Hollywood. Drawing from these formative experiences, Karla merged her passion for fashion and celebrity culture, becoming a highly skilled celebrity stylist.
Karla's educational journey in fashion began at Istituto Degli Abiti in Mexico City, followed by advanced studies at Central Saint Martins in London, where she specialized in Fashion Styling, Fashion Design, and Art Direction. She also attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City.
Concurrently, Karla began experimenting with styling by revamping the wardrobes of her musician friends, a practice that soon solidified her career path. Over the next 25 years, Karla established herself as one of the most successful celebrity stylists in Mexico and beyond. She has styled renowned figures such as Thalia, Paulina Rubio, and even the former First Lady of Mexico. Now residing in Miami with her husband and two daughters, Karla shares her expertise as a professor of Fashion Styling at Istituto Marangoni Miami.
Teaching Areas: Business of Styling and Fashion Styling 4
read more
Karla Guindi
Fashion Styling Program Leader
Juanita Crary is an experienced fashion stylist and journalist skilled in photography production, advertising, writing, and PR graduated from Universidad de Los Andes. Her Colombian background provides international experience to students, adding to her importance at Istituto Marangoni Miami. As an influential and accomplished arts and creative professional, Juanita has had a history of working in the entertainment industry with top names such as Rolling Stones Magazine, Avessa Magazine, Anthropologie, Caracol TV, and with artists like Maluma and others.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Styling I, Visual Research, Trend Forecasting and Editorial Creative Direction
read more
Juanita Crary
Fashion Styling Professor
Sarah Watson-Baik, a dynamic creative and educator from California, holds Fine Art and Commercial Photography degrees. She's an art, design, fashion, Korean culture, wellness, and sustainability expert. With a background in journalism, she covered the Britpop era and Japanese Harajuku fashion. She continued her education in London at Central St. Martins College and Goldsmiths College. With over a decade in Seoul, South Korea, she's a respected teacher, fashion stylist, professor, and social media influencer. Now based in Miami, she's a Professor of Fashion Styling at Istituto Marangoni Miami, passionately advocating for Korean and Southeast Asian fashion and culture.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Campaign & Photography, Fashion Styling 2 and 3
read more
Sarah Watson-Baik
Fashion Styling Professor
Jorge Andres Castillo is a photographer, curator, and editor originally from Caracas, Venezuela. He has been teaching Fashion Photography at Istituto Marangoni Miami since 2018. Jorge has worked as a photo editor and curator for companies such as Fundación Empresas Polar Caracas, Doral Contemporary Art Museum (DORCAM), and Arts Connections Foundation in Miami. His experience includes his Master’s degree in Communication Design from the University of Essen, Germany, and 20 years of experience with photography. He is now the owner and director of Jacvisual LLC, where he helps brands create their visual communication.
Teaching Areas: Photography- Editing and Retouching and Lifestyle Photography
read more
Jorge Castillo
Fashion Styling Professor
Sofía Agostini is an independent fashion journalist and an adjunct faculty professor at the Istituto Marangoni of Miami. She teaches Research Methods at the Master's level and Fashion Criticism & Digital Writing in the Introduction to Styling progressive course. She was part of the first cohort of Master's students to graduate from the school and is an active member of the Marangoni Miami community.
Her dissertation, Where Have All the Tailors Gone?, was published in the fall 2021 issue of Fashion Studies Journal.
Particularly interested in the history and growth of Latin American Fashion, Agostini has contributed several entries to the encyclopedia 'Raíces de la Moda' of Vogue México and written profiles on upcoming regional designers. She also collaborates for publications like Vanity Fair Spain and DNA Magazine.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Writing and Research Methods
read more
Sofia Agostini
Fashion Business Professor
Edson Smitter is a photographer and cinematographer with 15 years of experience in the field. His passion for visual storytelling and an unwavering commitment to excellence have made him a sought-after talent in the industry. With more than ten years dedicated to advertising photography and videography, Edson has become a master at capturing compelling images for various brands. His expertise spans multiple genres, including product photography, fashion photography, and advertising. A significant turning point in his career occurred when he relocated to Miami eight years ago. This move marked a transformative period where Edson’s skills flourished, and began collaborating with renowned artists and major brands. His Miami journey propelled his career to new heights, expanding his portfolio to encompass photography and videography.
Teaching Areas: Fashion Photography, Videography, Advertising
read more
Edson Smitter
Fashion Styling Professor
Bradley teaches students how brands diversify their systems, increase accessibility, and define new audiences. He is an enthusiastic strategist for content interpretation, process integration, and solution implementation, focused on conversions with demand-generated growth. He is a full-stack web developer passionate about inclusive design and scalable web development that meets industry best practices and provides rich, engaging experiences for our students.
Teaching Areas: Digital and Graphic and Web Design, Digital Marketing and E-Commerce
read more
Bradley Cummins
Fashion Business Professor
Cece Feinberg brings over 21 years of experience, from running her full-service boutique PR agency to the Marangoni Miami classroom. With a Bachelor of Science in Business from Cornell University, she specializes in national consumer media placement, brand building, and event management for clients in the fashion, art, and consumer goods industries.
As the founder of Cece Feinberg PR, she excels in brand and product positioning, global media strategies, fashion show and event media management, editorial trafficking, new product launches, and re-launches of established brands. Her diverse clientele includes fashion brands (swimwear, lingerie, denim, etc.), accessories (shoes, bags, watches, jewelry), toy brands, trade shows, artists, galleries, museums, and retailers.
Teaching Areas: Communication Strategies, Fashion Communication, Social Media Management, and History of Dress and Costume
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Cece Feinberg
Fashion Styling Professor
Michelle Rofe was born in Mexico but moved to Israel at a very early age. She was Israel national champion in gymnastics and participated and won several international competitions. Being a gymnast allowed her to travel the world and learn about different cultures. She always loved fashion and started her formal fashion education in San Antonio-Texas, graduating cum laude from the fashion management and design program. After her graduation, she worked in the fashion industry for over 20 years first for a catalog business and later for a fashion ready to wear company. In the last 12 years, she has been working as a professor teaching undergraduate and graduate students in the fashion and graphic design programs. Michelle Rofe has her master’s degree in graphic design from MIU. She believes that these two art disciplines complement each other in many ways. She also works as a co-producer and editor for a media production company. The concept of beauty and aesthetics are themes that she is passionate about and loves to share her ideas and experience and knowledge with others. “Fashion is about dressing according to what’s fashionable. Style is more about being yourself.” Oscar de la Renta
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Michelle Rofe
Fashion Design and Master's Professor
Anabella Bergero, an internationally acclaimed Latin American fashion designer, artist, and coach, boasts a rich decade-long career. Her journey from Argentina to Copenhagen, London, New York, and Miami has enriched her creative palette with diverse cultural influences. She holds an MFA from the Fashion Institute of Technology, pursued postgraduate studies at Central Saint Martins, and completed her undergraduate education at the Universidad de Palermo and the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Bergero's expertise lies in the fusion of fashion design and art, emphasizing innovative creative processes that explore gender, culture, and identity. Her career includes recognition as Harper's Bazaar Argentina's Emerging Designer of the Year, SUNY PACC Prize New York, and she recently earned a nomination for the Hispanic Heritage Award by the City of Miami Beach for her contributions to Miami Beach's Hispanic community, particularly for her installation project "Heart of Community" at the Faena Art Project Room.
Teaching Areas: Contemporary Fashion Analysis, Digital Portfolio, History of Art and Visual Culture and Capstone Mentor
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Anabella Bergero
Fashion Design Professor
FAQ
What are the learning objectives of the Fashion Styling Level 4 program?
The Level 4 Fashion Editorial course equips students with skills in organizing and executing model photoshoots and working with fashion teams. Students will learn to use props to enhance the visual narrative and create research books for planned shoots, supporting the communication of ideas and concepts. By gaining hands-on experience, students will develop their abilities to conceptualize and execute fashion editorial projects, preparing them for careers in the fashion industry.
What are the differences between Fashion Styling Level 4 and its preceding levels?
The Fashion Editorial Level 4 course signifies advancement in complexity compared to previous courses. It emphasizes advanced skills in planning and executing photoshoots and comprehensive research and conceptualization for creating research books. Students will enhance their fashion styling and editorial production abilities to prepare for advanced roles within the industry, working independently and collaboratively with a fashion team.
How Do I Enroll in the Vocational Programs?
To begin your enrollment process in our programs, arrange a meeting with our admissions staff to discuss program details and requirements. Following this discussion, you can submit your online application, with the USD 1000 registration fee deducted from the total tuition. Alongside your application, you will be required to provide the following admission documents: identification, a resume, an English test, a bank statement, and a sponsor letter, if necessary. You will receive comprehensive guidance via email following the meeting with your admissions specialist, who will guide you through the process.
Can I enroll in Fashion Styling Level 4 without completing the previous levels?
Students must have completed the prerequisite levels 1, 2, and 3 to enroll in the fourth level of the fashion styling program. For those with advanced fashion styling experience, admission to Level 4 requires a portfolio review. Exceptions may be granted based on the results of the portfolio review conducted by our Academic Committee.
Can international students enroll in the 11-Week Programs offered at Istituto Marangoni Miami?
International students have the opportunity to register for an 11-week course as a component of our One Year Vocational Program. We facilitate the M1 visa for students in need of a student visa. Our Designated School Official will assist you with the visa process to simplify the admissions procedure following your application.
CONTACT
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