This article has been composed by a student writer from the Her Campus at Northeastern chapter.
Angelica Miller, a junior at Northeastern University, holds the position of president of Northeastern’s Fashion Society. The Fashion Society (TFS) is a student-led organization that unites students who share a passion for fashion, offering a platform to engage with like-minded peers. TFS is considered “Northeastern’s hotspot for all things fashion,” according to Miller.
(Angelica Miller’s headshot; photo captured by Paige Lieberman)
Miller served as the styling lead for the Spring Fashion Show titled “The Deadliest Sins” during her freshman year in 2023. Last year, she stepped into the role of communications director on the executive board, overseeing the Instagram account by responding to DM inquiries, posting graphic content, creating weekly newsletters, and conducting communications outreach when necessary.
Now taking on the role of president, Miller manages an executive board of 15 members. As president, she oversees the organization’s operations, ensures the executive board is functioning effectively, keeps track of deadlines, and guarantees timely content posting. She holds weekly executive meetings, allocates tasks among members, and shapes the club’s public image. Her creative influence guides the club’s visual direction through graphic inspirations and collaboration with the marketing team. To delve deeper into what TFS represents and to learn more about their upcoming events, I had a conversation with Miller to gather insights.
(TFS Executive Board; photo taken by Paige Lieberman)
Q: What event are you most proud of this semester?
A: I take the most pride in this semester’s flea market, which I organized with my Vice President, Ada Chen. The idea emerged early in the semester, where I envisioned hosting a flea market on Northeastern’s campus. Initially, I considered partnering with established flea markets like Select Markets and Found Markets, but due to the stringent guidelines at Northeastern, I was uncertain about how to proceed. Ada was very enthusiastic about the flea market and encouraged me to go ahead with scheduling it, ensuring all aspects were managed by us.
We opened applications for student vendors and garnered considerable interest from students who frequently participate in flea markets and others looking to sell their clothes. We secured Krentzman Quad for the event on October 29 and upon reflection, I feel satisfied with the outcome as we successfully engaged many students exiting their classes. I was pleasantly surprised by the interest and curiosity we received, with numerous people approaching me to learn more about our initiatives. We also received media coverage from the Huntington News, which featured interviews with our vendors. Overall, I’m thrilled with the increased awareness TFS achieved through this event.
(TFS Flea Market on Northeastern’s Campus; photo taken by Lauren Witt)
Q: What is your goal for this academic year as president?
A: In taking on the presidency, my primary objective was to cultivate a sense of community within The Fashion Society, as I’ve heard past members express that we can seem quite intimidating. We want to encourage people to attend our meetings and actively participate without the pressure of needing extensive fashion knowledge or an established personal style to join. We aim to dissolve this stigma and foster a space where everyone feels included, recognizing that fashion can take many forms and should not be limited to a specific definition. My goal has been to make the club more inclusive and welcoming, helping to create a close-knit community where members can forge friendships and look forward to our meetings.
I’ve also transitioned our meetings to a weekly schedule instead of biweekly to enhance our community feel and allow more opportunities for connection. We host a variety of meeting types, mixing educational and interactive sessions. Recently, we organized sessions like the Paris Fashion Dialogue Informational Session and a co-op Panel with students from companies like Hermes, New Balance, Elle, Prada, and NFP. Our interactive meetings included a Sewing Workshop in collaboration with NU Sews and Depop, as well as a Fashion Week Unfiltered discussion. We also solicit feedback during our meetings, inviting members to share ideas for future sessions.
Additionally, we have initiated community outings, serving as a fun way for members to bond. Our first outing this semester was called the Snap and Seek event, featuring a photoshoot competition. We paired photographers with models and assigned them random locations to create stunning photos together. To make our Instagram more engaging, we shared all photos on our Instagram stories and encouraged our members to vote for their favorite, with the winning team being showcased on our page.
Another objective of mine has been to humanize our Instagram presence by highlighting the individuals behind The Fashion Society. The marketing team, for instance, conducts interviews with members, showcasing their friendly faces on our platform! We’ve also incorporated “fit checks” and outfit of the day (OOTD) features to spotlight our members!
Lastly, I aimed to enhance our community by organizing a Gala, gathering all our members for an evening of music from a student DJ, complimentary food, and photo opportunities. This event contributed to my goal of fostering a sense of togetherness among our members as the semester drew to a close.
Q: Can you share details about this spring’s upcoming Fashion Show?
A: We have an annual Spring Fashion Show that is entirely organized by students. Our team typically includes around 40 stylists, 40 models, and 10-20 individuals handling hair and makeup. Additionally, we have an events team focused on production, set design, and decoration, along with a marketing team responsible for capturing photographs and video. There are usually student acts during intermission, and last year we featured a student DJ and a dancer.
(“Deadliest Sins” Fashion Show; photo taken by Faith Nguyen)
Last year marked the first occasion we held the Fashion Show off-campus, at Royale. Currently, we’re exploring off-campus venues for our Spring Fashion Show, scheduled for late March or early April, which requires an entire semester for planning and execution. Each year features a new theme and is divided into four sections, with each stylist paired with a model to curate two looks, summing up to 80 looks for the entire show.
Q: What was the theme for last year’s Fashion Show, and what was your role?
A: The theme for last year was “Artistry in Motion.” The four sections included “Surreal Surrender,” “Cubist Couture,” “Impressionist Inspiration,” and “Avant Tech Affair.” This theme celebrated fashion’s constantly evolving nature, resulting in 500 tickets sold but around 600 attendees at the venue.
(“Deadliest Sins” Fashion Show; photo taken by Faith Nguyen)
I held the position of female styling lead two years prior, responsible for all 40 stylists, while also styling my own model. Last year, I styled a model for enjoyment for the “Impressionist Inspiration” and “Surreal Surrender” sections.
(“Deadliest Sins” Fashion Show; photo taken by Faith Nguyen)
Q: What will be the theme for this year’s Spring Fashion Show?
A: The theme for this year’s fashion show will be “Metamorphosis.” The four sections will represent the stages of metamorphosis, symbolizing growth and transformation both in butterflies and humans alike, illustrating the various stages of life.
The fashion show is my favorite aspect of TFS, and I am eagerly anticipating the upcoming show!
