Education & Mentorship
Real industry knowledge. Shared with purpose.
I bring the fashion and retail business into the classroom—and the classroom into the real world. My teaching is practical, current, and rooted in experience.
What I teach
Fashion merchandising • Retail planning • Inventory and financial strategy • E-commerce • Career readiness
The Learning Studio
Short, useful lessons about the business of fashion, the decisions behind the numbers, and building a career.
Work with me
1:1 Fashion Business Blueprint — 90 minutes, $250, with recording.
10-Week Fashion Business Launch Program — private weekly sessions; pricing available upon inquiry.
Kind words
How to Launch Your Fashion Business
“I’m so happy I took Natalie’s Conscious Fashion Course on starting my own fashion business. It provided me with the essential tools and knowledge I needed to confidently launch my brand. There are so many details and industry insights that aren’t easily accessible, but Natalie breaks everything down in a clear, structured way. The templates and guides she provides are incredibly helpful, making the process so much smoother. Plus, she is so friendly, supportive, and truly invested in her students’ success. If you’re thinking about starting your own fashion line, I highly recommend this course—100% worth it!”
~ Jillian
Gratitude for a Great Semester!
Dear Professor Arribeno,
I hope you are having a great winter break. I just wanted to reach out and thank you for a wonderful semester as a student from your Introductory Textiles class. I was very excited to be taking this class, and I got a lot out of it. I appreciate your dedication to making the class non-stressful, yet still educational and interesting. Textiles weren't something I was knowledgeable of before taking this class, but I am now equipped with a lot of understanding that I will not only use in academics, but already have begun applying to my daily life. The research project and the denim project in particular were two assignments I felt were both fun and great learning experiences. I also enjoyed getting to learn about more eco-friendly and sustainable textiles as someone who cares about the environment. Thank you for allowing me to make the most out of my first semester of college. I wish you the best on your future endeavors.
- Kian S. | CSULB student
“I had you in my freshman year at CSULB, and you genuinely helped me cultivate a love for the fashion merchandising program! Thank you!”
— Former CSULB fashion merchandising student
From the classroom
“Professor Arribeno did a great job creating a personable and welcoming environment for students.”
“Professor Arribeno effectively connected course content to real-world industry practices.”