for high school students

Vogue Winter Break in NYC

Gain an insider's view of the fashion industry as you learn from experts and explore the places and practices that drive the global fashion industry.

Elevate Your Fashion Knowledge This Winter

Experience the magic of winter in New York City during Vogue Winter Break—a five-day fashion business intensive program designed for high school students who are passionate about fashion and eager to explore the industry from the heart of the fashion capital of the world. Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the creative and commercial sides of the business and explore key practices including marketing, branding, and promotion.

At a Glance

Dates

January 3–8, 2027

Duration

1 Week

Location

New York City

Age

15–18

Language

English

Tuition

Residential

$4,065

Day Program

$3,120

Flexible payment plans are available to all families.

Program Features

Course Topics

In this program, you'll learn from fashion academics, industry experts and Vogue staff while developing a business concept in small teams. Explore key areas of the fashion industry including careers in fashion, product development and sustainability, branding, marketing, public relations, events, retail and distribution, gaining insight into both the creative and commercial sides of the business.

Guest Speakers

Hear firsthand from fashion experts about the topics that shape our understanding of the fashion, media, and luxury lifestyle industries. Guest speakers may include fashion designers and entrepreneurs, fashion industry professionals working across a variety of roles, fashion critics and journalists, and museum curators and educators.

Site Visits

Gain firsthand exposure to the fashion industry through a range of site visits across New York City, which may include Vogue Headquarters, The Costume Institute at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Brooklyn Museum, flagship stores along Fifth Avenue in the Garment District, independent boutiques, as well as designer studios and ateliers.

Studying in New York City

New York City, where tradition meets innovation at every corner, stands as a vibrant epicenter of cultural diversity and creativity. From the upscale boutiques of Fifth Avenue to the eclectic fashion scenes of SoHo and Williamsburg, the city pulses with diverse inspiration.

Go Behind-the-Scenes of Fashion Marketing

Build a foundation in fashion branding, marketing, and public relations. Learn how leading brands define their identity and connect with audiences in a competitive global market.

Create a Fashion Brand

Work collaboratively to develop your own fashion brand from concept to pitch. Apply industry tools to shape your strategy and positioning.

Explore New York City Through a Fashion Lens

Step inside the fashion world through visits to New York City's exhibitions, flagship stores, fashion designer headquarters, and studios and ateliers. Experience firsthand how the industry operates.

Learn From Industry Experts

Gain insights from experts at Vogue and other leading fashion brands. Explore college and career pathways and learn what it takes to succeed in fashion today.

Hear From Students

This program opened so many doors to endless opportunities. Most importantly, it taught me how a simple conversation between human beings can turn into one of the most significant turning points in your life.

Dinara

Vogue Winter Break alumna, 2026

I now view campaigns, retail experiences, and brand collaborations not just as creative outputs but as carefully engineered systems of influence.

Dahin

Vogue Winter Break alumna, 2026

I realized that being passionate about both finance and fashion is something to take pride in and not something to be conflicted about. The program lifted the weight of having to choose between the two.

Naqash

Vogue Winter Break alumnus, 2026

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