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Philadelphia, PA, Fashion Schools: High Fashion in Philly


Home of the Declaration of Independence, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, has drawn revolutionary thinkers for over 300 years. Philadelphia birthed innovative fashion designers such as Ralph Rucci, Gustave Tassell, and James Galanos, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art holds one of the country's best costume and textiles collections, with over 30,000 pieces. For students who wish to enroll in a Philadelphia fashion school, the city offers a community that supports and encourages artists.

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In addition to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia is home to 31 major museums. Students can explore the city's colorful Avenue of the Arts, which hosts nearly 175 venues, including theaters, restaurants, galleries, and music clubs. Popular artists in urban Philadelphia include the world-famous Philadelphia Orchestra and the eclectic group of entertainers at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. And the East Coast's fashion capital, New York City, is only two hours away.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Fast Facts

  • Philadelphia has around 1.5 million residents, as of 2007
  • The cost of living in Philadelphia, PA, is near the U.S. average
  • As of 2007, the median family income in Philadelphia is $35,365
  • Residents enjoy nearly 11,000 acres of public parks

The City of Brotherly Love also boasts one of the top American TV shopping networks, which has helped launch merchandising-oriented fashion careers for years. Whether you're interested in haute couture or department store design, Philadelphia, PA, can help kick off your fashion career.


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