Member of the Week

Hello Fashionistas! As we all get cozy in our seats this school year, Fashion Board is welcoming a new post every week dedicated to our members. Every week, FB will nominate a member that either exceeds in excellence or stands out amongst other members (whether it’s style or doing something awesome). This will be your opportunity to get to know more about our members— and who knows?–– maybe you’ll be our next Member of the Week! So make sure to be on your A-game and show us what you got.

Last month during the FB meeting, five new members were recognized for helping out with New York’s Fashion Week. As we all know, NYFW is one of the best events of the year where top designers display their collections for the upcoming season. These five members had the opportunity to cover NYFW through blog posts, Instagram and Pinterest. Here are the lovely ladies:

Morgan Williams

Fashion Board: Where is your hometown located?

Morgan Williams: I’m from North Augusta, South Carolina.

FB: What year are you?

MW: Freshman

FB: What’s your major?

MW: My major is Fashion Merchandising. 

FB: How long have you been in Fashion Board?

MW: This is my first time being on Fashion Board.

FB: What did you do for Fashion Board?

MW: I covered the USC Fashion Board Instagram page.

FB: What do you want to get out of FB/ looking forward to this year?

MW: I want to learn more about fashion and different styles and I’m looking forward to helping with USC Fashion Week.

FB: What do you want to do after graduating?

MW: I want to move to New York City and find a job in the fashion world. 

FB: Who is your fashion icon?

MW: My ultimate fashion icon is Lauren Conrad.

FB: What’s your signature look?

MW: I always wear a lot of rings when I put an outfit together.

FB: What is a fun fact about you?

MW: A fun fact about me is that I can learn how to do hairstyles relatively quick and I’m always being asked to style my sister and friends’ hair.

Chandler Viox 

Fashion Board: Where is your hometown located?

Chandler Viox: Loveland, OH

FB: What year are you?

CV: Junior

FB: What’s your major?

CV: Public Relations with a minor in retailing

FB: How long have you been in Fashion Board?

CV: I joined this semester!

FB: What did you do for Fashion Board?

CV: I am a contributing blogger for Fashion Board and recently helped cover New York Fashion Week.

FB: What do you want to get out of FB/ looking forward to this year?

CV: I want to continue to get more involved in fashion board to help build my knowledge and experience in the fashion world. 

FB: What do you want to do after graduating?

CV: I want to be involved in fashion based public relations or advertising, I am indifferent if it’s with an agency or in-house at a company!

FB: Who is your fashion icon?

CV: I don’t have one specific fashion icon, but I am definitely inspired by Jessica Stein. (instagram: tuulavintage) She is a "travel and personal style blogger" who I just so happened to stumble upon a couple of months ago. She has amazing travel photos and an even more amazing wardrobe.

FB: What’s your signature look?

CV: My signature look has to be my sunglasses! I always love crazy sunglasses and think they are a great accessory. I bought the fiercest sunglasses from Steve Madden recently; they are round glasses with rainbow reflective lenses. So. Amazing.

FB: What is a fun fact about you?

CV: My fun fact is when I was younger I broke my nose twice…. in the same week. (I have awful luck!)

Rachel Williams

Fashion Board: Where’s your hometown?

Rachel Williams: Mocksville, NC

FB: What year are you?

RW: Sophomore

FB: What’s your major?

RW: Journalism

FB: How long have you been in Fashion Board?

RW: This is my first year!

FB: What did you do for Fashion Board?

RW: I ran the Pinterest page during NYFW.

FB: What do you want to get out of FB/looking forward to this year?

RW: I am so excited to be working with other people who love fashion and the fashion industry. Sometimes my roommate just doesn't understand it :)

FB: What do you want to do after graduating?

RW: I would like to go on to graduate school at the University of the Arts London then hopefully find a job writing for a fashion magazine. 

FB: Who is your ultimate fashion icon?

RW: Eva Chen. I don't know if she would be considered my fashion icon, I just all around love her. Her Instagram is amazing and she shares my obsession with Birkenstocks.


FB: What’s your signature look

(any accessory, shoes or outfit that you just always wear?)

Can't say that I have a signature look, but I would classify my style as classic prep. I'm always inspired by the French and their effortless beauty.

FB: What is a fun fact about you?

RW: I absolutely love to travel and this summer I was fortunate enough to study abroad in Paris, France while taking a course on the history of fashion.

Mckenzie Mack

Fashion Board: Where’s your hometown?

Mckenzie Mack: Irmo, SC

FB: What year are you?

MM: Sophomore

FB: What’s you're major/minor? 

MM: Public Relations with a minor in retail

FB: How long have you been in Fashion Board?

MM: This is my first year!

FB: What did you do for Fashion Board?

MM: Posted my favorite celebrity looks from each day, along with my favorite runway looks on our Facebook page.

FB: What do you want to get out of FB/looking forward to this year?

MM: I want to broaden my knowledge of the fashion world and gain some real life PR experience. You can learn a lot from the girls on board and I intend on getting as involved as I can. 

FB: What do you want to do after graduating?

MM: Work for a Fashion PR firm, preferably People's Revolution. I want to work under the genius mind of Kelly Cutrone.

FB: Who is your ultimate fashion icon?

MM: Is it stupid to say Kylie Jenner? I just love her style, she's never wrong in my eyes. 

FB: What’s your signature look?

MM: Signature looks… hmm, that’s a hard one. I would have to say my signature look is LA boho-chic. I love baggy clothes and a good pair of chucks. But I’m always changing what I like, it all depends on how I’m feeling.  

FB: What is a fun fact about you?

MM: I have a weird obsession with baby squirrels. Don't know where that came from. 

Tresha Mae Pontillo

Fashion Board: Where’s your hometown?

Tresha Mae Pontillo: Beaufort, SC

FB: What year are you?

TP: Senior

FB: What’s you're major/minor? 

TP: Advertising minoring in fashion merchandising and psychology

FB: How long have you been in Fashion Board?

TP: This is actually my first year!

FB: What did you do for Fashion Board?

TP: I wrote recap posts for several days of NYFW on the blog.

FB: What do you want to get out of FB/looking forward to this year?

TP: First and foremost I want to gain more knowledge of the fashion industry. I also want to know the first-hand tips on getting great internships. I look forward to meeting new friends, the puppy dog show (of course!), and helping with USC’s fashion show!

FB: What do you want to do after graduating?

TP: After graduating, I aspire to become a writer for a fashion magazine (anywhere to get my foot in the door) and work my way up as an editor. I’ve always been in love with Glenda Bailey and have been obsessed with following in her footstep as editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar.

FB: Who is your ultimate fashion icon?

TP: My ultimate fashion icon is Jessica Alba. Everywhere she goes, she is dressed for the occasion! I’ve never seen her out without looking her best and it’s phenomenal how she can pull anything off—from haute couture to street style. My second fashion icon is Chloe Moretz, god she’s amazing.

FB: What’s your signature look?

TP: It all changes from time to time. Some could say I’m a chameleon with my style, all depending on my mood. But what I always strive to add into an outfit is a bow: whether it’s jewelry, clothing, or shoes. For my makeup, my signature look is neutral with a hint of blush and liquid eyeliner.   

FB: What is a fun fact about you?

TP: I am engaged and getting married in June! Oh--- and I love musicals!

Have a member in mind that you want to nominate for our next MOTW?

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