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Fashion & Health  |  08.17.10
Vote for Your Favorite September 2010 New York Fashion Week Interns

We’re looking for eager and fashion-forward interns — and, as in previous seasons, we need your help to find them. The four candidates who receive the most votes will go on to be first-hand participants in one of the style world’s most exciting events.

We received a wealth of entries when we announced this season’s New York Fashion Week Intern Contest, and after making some very tough decisions we’ve narrowed down our selection to seven remaining candidates.  As the last challenge in our contest, we’ve asked them to submit one-minute video essays that answer the following questions:

1. Think of an historical figure who, like FIJI Water, is the embodiment of good taste. Who would it be, and why?
2. If you could put that person in any one fashion designer’s show, who would it be, and why?
3. If you could put that person in any one style of outfit, what would it be, and why?

Now it’s up to all our friends and fans to vote for their favorite intern candidate. A few things to remember:

  • Voting starts today, August 17, 2010 at 12:01 a.m. PST and ends on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 at 11:59 p.m PST.
  • Only the votes logged on our poll below will be counted, so although we very much welcome your expressions of support, they won’t count towards a candidate’s tally.
  • Ratings and comments posted on YouTube do not count.
  • The four candidates with the most votes will be our interns.
  • Winners will be announced on or around August 25, 2010.
  • Please see our rules page for further information.

Watch the videos below and vote for your favorite. The four lucky winners will spend a week working and mingling with some of  the most important names in fashion. Good luck to the seven who’ve made it this far!

Here are the videos, in alphabetical order, by last name:
Katia Bitnar


Lashay Boyd


Jenny Eisenberg


Toneisha Friday


Shaylee Malek


Erin Naku


Ashley Sanders

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Kelly
Woohoo...go Erin!
08.25.10 @ 6:41 AM
Mrs. Wilson
You go girl, Erin. Elise is still drinking the FIJI--you would be the best intern ever!!!!
08.24.10 @ 3:20 PM
Carol
Good luck Neish! You most definitely will make a terrific intern.
08.24.10 @ 12:58 PM
Katie
Go Erin Naku!!! (Its a no-brainer. Vote for her!)
08.24.10 @ 6:53 AM
Jasmine
GO LASHAY!!!!
08.24.10 @ 6:33 AM
Karl Smith
Toneisha... Very original.
08.24.10 @ 5:16 AM
Billy Hassell
Lashay well done you got it.
08.24.10 @ 5:03 AM
CJ Smith
Toneisha... hands down...
08.23.10 @ 8:55 PM
RICHARD MAHONEY
Erin, make me proud !
08.23.10 @ 12:08 PM
Sean Morris
Vote is for Toniesha Friday
08.23.10 @ 10:38 AM
CB
Best of luck!
08.23.10 @ 6:11 AM
Michael F Power
Erin best of luck
08.23.10 @ 2:37 AM
Chris Cunningham
Go for it Erin Naku
08.22.10 @ 2:50 PM
Abuela
Shaylee - Go get 'em - proud of you - you're the best!
08.22.10 @ 11:33 AM
Kristi
Team Erin! I vote for Erin!!!
08.22.10 @ 10:55 AM
Kath
U go girl! Love the video especially the decor in the background!!!
08.22.10 @ 7:25 AM
Ann Hoar
Erin Naku =right on the money...classic and clever . Love it!
08.21.10 @ 7:00 PM
Annie
Erin Naku & Grace Kelly: two stylish Philly ladies!
08.21.10 @ 6:41 PM
robert graeff
Jenny that was very unique and clever. You are as quietly sophisticated as your choice of icon. The best!
08.21.10 @ 5:33 PM
Joe Davis
Ashley, You are awesome.///
08.21.10 @ 2:22 PM
Tim Horan
Great Shaylee! You get my vote.
08.21.10 @ 10:50 AM
Margaret
ERIN NAKU FIJI 12 letters that are destined for success.. Grace Kelly in a romper:)! Genius!!
08.21.10 @ 4:36 AM
Nick Consilvio
Erin Naku has the most poise, is well spoken and comes across as someone who will be a great spokesperson for your product. She has the personality to go with all programs, wonderful young lady, her parents did a great job raising her.
08.20.10 @ 6:45 PM
Katey
Erin is far and beyond the most capable! She's stylish, put-together, AND smart. She would be the PERFECT Fashion Week Intern. I also wouldn't be shocked if they ended up putting her on the runway!
08.20.10 @ 5:00 PM
Judy Eames
Lashley, YOU GO GIRL Good Luck
08.20.10 @ 4:47 PM
Amaris Roberts
Shay I'm so proud of you! Good luck!
08.20.10 @ 4:18 PM
latisha jones
Go Katia!! Soo proud of you!!
08.20.10 @ 2:27 PM
Mrs. Amanda
Wow Shay! You started this journey in Iceland. I guess rearranging clothes, cutting, and nip tucking paid off! I knew you were headed toward greatness!..Amazing the fashion world 1 masterpiece @ a time..I'm proud of you young lady. Best Wishes-towards your dream, you have my vote!
08.20.10 @ 12:54 PM
The Baileys!
NEISHA ALL THE WAAYY! <3
08.20.10 @ 12:26 PM
Linda
Toneisha--Lovely originality--you sound like a winner!
08.20.10 @ 11:25 AM
Linda
Lovely originality, you sound like a winner.
08.20.10 @ 11:23 AM
Joanne
Good luck!!!!!
08.20.10 @ 10:20 AM
Donna
You Rock Neisha!!!!!! Good Luck Girl!!
08.20.10 @ 9:10 AM
Katie
TEAM ERIN! You got this girl!!! Good luck!!!
08.20.10 @ 9:03 AM
Jose'
Erin Naku is the best candidate... with poise, class, & prescence. Buena Suerte Erin!!!
08.20.10 @ 7:54 AM
serraph
Go Katia.. I did it for Lomax because his avatar makes me happy.
08.19.10 @ 11:04 PM
Chi-Chi
I vote for Toneisha Friday!
08.19.10 @ 11:03 PM
Melissa
Go Shay Shay!!!..Go Shay Shay...Dont Worry Bout A Thing..Leave It In His Hands, You Got This Girl...Love You And Im Proud Of You
08.19.10 @ 7:49 PM
Erin
GOOD LUCK LASHAY!! You got this girl! :) PS LOVED the video!
08.19.10 @ 7:37 PM
Chardae
Good Luck Shay!!!
08.19.10 @ 7:16 PM
Tanya
Love the video Lashay!!!!!!! Blessings :)
08.19.10 @ 6:52 PM
Joe
Erin. Great job..... Best of luck to you. Start packing your bags.....
08.19.10 @ 6:45 PM
Mary Cap
My vote is for ERIN NAKU! Best of luck ERIN and I agree 100% -- Grace Kelly was an amazing woman and style icon! Good luck, we're rooting for you!!!
08.19.10 @ 5:49 PM
Taylor
ERIN. YOU ARE THE BEST. so creative and positively adorable and eloquently spoken! I hope you win! xoxo
08.19.10 @ 4:36 PM
Doug
Good luck Shaylee.....I vote you!
08.19.10 @ 11:53 AM
Denise
Most unique of all and much more interesting to watch... Jenny gets my vote!
08.19.10 @ 11:43 AM
Alexis
TONEISHA!
08.19.10 @ 9:14 AM
Kelly
Hooray for Erin...love that style!!!
08.19.10 @ 8:12 AM
Laura
Toneisha's is most original...love the mustache!
08.19.10 @ 6:36 AM
Miss Ivt
Best Wishes, Neisha! Your creativity, gift of thinking outside of the box, & work ethic will be a great addition as an intern at the Sep 2010 Fashion Week! Good Luck!!
08.19.10 @ 5:59 AM
Lois Kaminsky
Good Luck! Hope you win!
08.19.10 @ 4:45 AM
Taylor
Way to go Erin!
08.18.10 @ 8:15 PM
Lisa
Have fun in NYC because you're the best!
08.18.10 @ 7:58 PM
anthony colon
Good luck Shaylee! I'm sure you'll do well in fashion!
08.18.10 @ 7:47 PM
Dara
Erin Naku is by far the best candidate!!! Who wouldn't want to see Grace Kelly in a romper! Smart, talented, and gorgeous... perfect for a NY fashion week intern : )
08.18.10 @ 7:37 PM
Adam
GO Shaylee Malek and her dog COOKIE!!!
08.18.10 @ 7:14 PM
Catherine
Go Jenny! Promo <3
08.18.10 @ 4:52 PM
Ogechi
GOOOOOO NEISH!
08.18.10 @ 2:57 PM
Bob Tolomeo
Jenny you are just amazing, what a terrific collection and ad. Keep up the superb work. You are the best.
08.18.10 @ 2:50 PM
Shirley White
Go Neisha , Love You
08.18.10 @ 12:24 PM
Tamela Wilcox
Go NEISHA!!! Best of luck girl!
08.18.10 @ 11:11 AM
Noelle
Lashay has my vote! Good luck!
08.18.10 @ 9:55 AM
Brittany
GO SHAY GO SHAY GO SHAY! YOU GOT IT, YOU GOT IT GO SHAY!
08.18.10 @ 9:47 AM
nicky ehart
Jenny Eisenberg...unique...no, just plain brilliant!
08.18.10 @ 8:33 AM
Lynn Hazen
Talented group but Toneisha Friday is tops!
08.18.10 @ 7:16 AM
Alfrieda Phillips
You are blessed and highly favored. I am really proud of you.
08.18.10 @ 6:32 AM
Genevieve Conlin
Go Ashley! Great Video in front of our fashion wall! I hope you win! Get it girlllll! Love you!
08.18.10 @ 6:18 AM
Megan Woodard
Yay Katherine! Go get it girl! xo
08.17.10 @ 11:21 PM
Teresa Ramos
My vote goes to the amazing katia!
08.17.10 @ 11:16 PM
Lisa
You go girl; I am so proud of you. Luv Auntie
08.17.10 @ 8:35 PM
Gretchen
Good luck Shaylee! When you make it out to NYC make sure to contact me.
08.17.10 @ 8:28 PM
Mary Nevin
Very talented young woman, the best choice in my professional opinion. Best Choice
08.17.10 @ 7:56 PM
Kathie
I hope you win Shaylee...that would be awesome!
08.17.10 @ 7:03 PM
Madeline
Loved your video Lashay Good Luck!!!
08.17.10 @ 6:22 PM
Elise
I hope you win Shaylee! Love you
08.17.10 @ 5:24 PM
escarondito
Best one looked like Katia to me.
08.17.10 @ 4:13 PM
Reggie
Let's go Lashay.
08.17.10 @ 3:51 PM
Kerry
LASHAY your video is amazing, you look so beautiful!! Good Luck!!!
08.17.10 @ 3:42 PM
Laura Miglis
Katia you got this girl!!!!! make all of us back in bean town proud :) <3 youuuu
08.17.10 @ 2:45 PM
Donna Tuskind
Shaylee, Well done! You will be a terrific intern - - so hard-working and willing to learn it all!
08.17.10 @ 1:22 PM
Judith Lige
Toneisha, We are so proud of you!!
08.17.10 @ 12:40 PM
Laura Friday
Go Neisha!
08.17.10 @ 12:13 PM
Kristyn Danieli
Good Luck Katia!! Get it girl!
08.17.10 @ 12:10 PM
Zakaila
Katia, Katia, Katia! Woot Woot!!!!!!!! LOVED the Fiji bottle bobblehead. So creative :-)
08.17.10 @ 11:53 AM
Kayla Bradley
Go Katia!
08.17.10 @ 10:29 AM
Jo WIley
Good luck to everyone!
08.17.10 @ 9:32 AM
Cari (George) Rice
Good Luck Girl!!!
08.17.10 @ 9:14 AM
shavonne sanderd
Great candidate....
08.17.10 @ 8:19 AM