Whitney looked stunning in a Rachel Comey jacket and shirt,
paired with shorts from her own Spring 2012 collection and a Lulu Frost
necklace.
When asked what designers inspire her personal style, Port said,
“I’m not a label person, I just see something and I like it.”
Whitney then shared her story of success, starting from
childhood to her reality TV days to becoming the fashion designer and icon that
she is today.
“I think charity is a really important
aspect of what we do,” Port said.
After
the video, Port encouraged a question and answer period. Students’ questions
ranged from life as a reality star to her beauty regimen but most were
interested in what advice Port could provide for those looking to break into
the fashion industry.
Whitney
repeatedly emphasized the importance of internships that could connect you to
the people you needed to know. Giving examples from her internship days at
Women’s Wear Daily and Kelly Cutrone, she encourages students to take risks and
never give up.
“Your goals CAN become a reality!” Port said.
Port doesn’t plan on slowing down anytime soon. Fueled with enthusiasm and positive
feedback from her fans, her future plans include getting her clothing line into
a department store and starting a jewelry line.
Whitney
Port acknowledged that although she didn’t have the typical experience breaking
into the industry, her knowledge and experience gained could provide insight,
as well as inspiration, for any college student looking to start their own company
in the fashion industry.
Lindsay
Viker
