With the fashion show coming up, there is so much work to be done before the big day. Adelai Swanson, sophomore in agriculture business and public relations, and Katherine Sheridan, sophomore in apparel, merchandising and design, show us the hard work of a model.

ISDStyle: What made you want to do this for yourself?

Swanson: Last year I tried out as a freshman. I heard great things about the fashion show. One of my friends convinced me to go try out and it was a blast. It was an honor to help represent what the student designers created. [This made me want] to carry this feeling for the rest of my college career.

Sheridan: I really wanted to be involved in fashion and I thought that it would be a great experience to put myself out there because it is something that I normally wouldn’t do. It’s an importance to me because since I’m a fashion major, I wanted to do as much as I can to be involved in my [industry.]

ISDStyle: We heard that there were [class] credits involved with this program, was that one of the reason why you joined the show?

Swanson: I didn’t even realize that the fashion show was credited. I solely joined the team for the experience. After being part of the show for two years, I understand where that credit is coming from because there is so much work being put into this production.

Sheridan: Actually, credit has always been offered for each show a model does, but it has never been the reason why I do the production. I didn’t know that there were credits offered to begin with because I did it for fun and the experience of it, but it is definitely a bonus.

ISDStyle: What is it like during your practices?

Swanson: Going to practices, you get in there and you get out. You do the work that has to be done. I don’t feel like we’re wasting time because everyone is working hard and doing their best for their designers. There is so much that is being taught during practices from choreography to learning the different poses that have to be done on the runway.

ISDStyle: Fit night, how does that night usually go?

Swanson: The designers have already pre-made the garments, which then allows the designer to choose the models according to your picture and your measurements. There is a lot to be done on fit night because we want to make sure that the garments the designers made are formed well with each individual’s body.

Sheridan: They’re really cool because you’re working with designers and it’s kind of a personal experience because the garment that they make, would fit according [to] each individual’s measurements.

ISDStyle: Rehearsals must be crazy. Can you describe your experience?

Sheridan: Dress rehearsals are hours of organizing and reception. It’s never crazy because everyone does their best to make the event run in a smooth process. We do our best to make sure that everyone and everything is on the same page so that the show will move more efficiently.

ISDStyle: Being backstage, what is the experience like?

Swanson: There is not much yelling, everyone is really rational and calm because we practiced and rehearsed the show so many times. Every model has someone looking over their garments to help them change their clothes so it’s really nice because we’re not back there scrambling around.

Sheridan: There is so much that is involved backstage but everyone does such a good job of organizing and keeping things on point. Everyone does their part to help each other out. Back stage is moving consistently in a calm matter.

ISDStyle: Are you ever nervous for the show?

Swanson: Walking on the runway is a thrill. Right before I go, I get good nerves. You walk out on the stage, you hear the music blaring, everyone is watching you and there are literally photographers everywhere. So there is definitely not a doubt that I do get nervous for the show but in good ways.

Sheridan: As much as I like to say that I am used to it, I definitely can never get used to the feeling where you walk out on the stage and then all of a sudden you see rows and rows of people. Its nerve-racking but it’s cool.

ISDStyle: What is it like to have less models this year?

Swanson: Last year I felt like we had too many models. A lot of them only got to be in one garment. Cutting down the models this year really made it better because I feel like the models this year have more of an opportunity to be on the run way. I don’t feel like it’s hindered the show in any way.

ISDStyle: What is [this years show] like compared [to] last year?

Swanson: I feel like it’s getting better every year. The directors and everyone on the committee is really excited and more efficient, they know exactly what they want and what should be done. They have done a great job translating each process to every model. It’s just unbelievable. This year practices ran really efficiently, the modeling directors have been amazing.

Sheridan: This year is just as amazing as last year, maybe even more. The directors, the committee members and everyone that is involved in the show is working two times harder this year than the last. It’s not at all different but everyone on the team is working even harder so it should definitely be a good show.

ISDStyle: What should the readers acknowledge from the show?

Swanson: The focus should be on the designers work because they spend months planning and working on their garments. They’re innovative people that should be applauded for their hard work. I wish that everyone could see that process. Just the idea that they can take something from their head and make it is so unbelievable. I feel like everyone should experience the fashion show once before they graduate because it feels good being apart of something that is so huge.

Sheridan: Just to think that this huge production is run by students can be a magical experience because it is a wonderful example of the actual process of how famous designers do fashion shows. Student designers and models work hard for the show and it’s just a great experience for an audience to witness everything that has been put into it.