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JillRuns

I'm so proud of you! The video came out so CUTE! You're such a great role model! Love, your favorite little sister

WSSlick

The video is awesome Jana! I just voted for all...I know you'll win. Best of luck! Whitney S

westromo

Amazing concept Jana. I hope it spreads like a wild fire!!!

CrystalAnn84

Jana, you are very talented and have a huge support network. I just know that you will win this contest. Great video; genuine and true to your fashion (cute of course) no pun intended. Best wishes!!!!

XoXo- Crystal

nparker

Cute video! Good Luck Jana!

jelizabeth

I enjoyed watching your video. I thought the "VOTE 4 JANA" clips were very funny. I hope you win! You deserve this!

ilovevspink

CUTE! CUTE! CUTE!

I LOVE YOUR DRESSES!

AmyRipper

Great job with the video. I am so proud of you!

bhsco05

awesome video jana!

texasgirl1

GOOD LUCK JANA!

alliej

awesome job jana! you're very inspirational to others, especially young recent college grads :)

Justin_Bobby87

I am glad that I have had the honor of meeting you because you are a goddess of all goddesses. I will be proposing to you one day....when you are famous.......and when I have a lot of money.

jjc8906

JANA-JANA-JANA-JANA-JANA-JANA!!!!!

volcom37

I'm sooooo proud of you Jana Chang! You graduated from college, got offered an awesome executive position, left the company (in an economy like this) and went on to pursue your dreams and goals! You're an inspiration to all of us!

ssmorgan

wonderful concept, my favorite video yet.

vballgirl

u deserve 2 win! i'm getting my whole family 2 vote 4 u!

edelge

Love it! Great idea and GO NOLES!!

nike23mj

nice job! thanks for the facebook event invite.

megb44

give ur mama a hug from me! xoxoxox

FSUmom

I am so proud of you for incorporating all the skills you learned (from your mentors and friends) into your new business and this video. The "Jaguar" gameday dress you designed and sewed looks great on you!!! Good luck Jana! Love Mom

anji

good luck!

armydiet

I'm so proud of you Jana Wana!

Love, daddy

lemales

good luck

mjohnson5

Great job. I knew you could .......

redtop123

This is the start of your rainbow.

Red

leader

You will end up in your own job.

Leader Lilly

linzmc

Good luck!!!

cruiserjack

I knew you could do this from the beginning.

Carry

looker

You are looking good and keep on.

P.W. Looker

bcan97

Ur "it's not whether u win or lose, but how cute u look during the game" quote is too cute! Best of luck to u!

eastsider123

Great deal girl.

The Greater Eastsider

ashleyg

Nice Job Jana! I saw your facebook event you created! It almost has 2,000 members in it and people keep inviting their friends! That just goes to show how sweet and nice you and your family have always been to others and your community. You go girl! Now if we can only get every one to commit and vote, you'd for sure win!

meg1979

Jana you're so awesome! I am so proud of you! I will spread the word.

-Megan

kimtruelove

Good Luck Jana!

JillRuns247

GO NOLES! super cute idea! -JCG

dorkfacedawn

good luck jana! dawn

cheerjess

BEST OF LUCK JANA!

-JESS

fsufan

Wow!!!!! Your video is "sew" inspiring, especially to someone just starting their own business. To design dresses, actually sew them, and market them takes creativity, time and dedication.Good luck to you!

ShawnBrown88

This is the most AMAZING video ever! It is so inspiring and fun to see you following somthing you love so deeply. I love you and your family! Goodluck Jana Chang!

P.S. Still waiting for you to start making guys shorts!!

brandj83

Good luck Jana! I love your video and your dress!

connorc

nice job JC!

mandarin143

I love Mrs. Chang! She taught me to sew too! Your mom was my favorite teacher in high school and i really hope you win! Give your mama a big hug from me!

jenruns247

CUTEEEEE Video! It definitely showed what Haute Fan Couture is all about. I want to be like you when I "grow up". I'm proud of you sister!

xoxo, your favorite biggie sister

mlouis87

Great job on the video Jana. When are you coming out with guys stuff. We want 'cute' stuff to wear to the games to. You deserve to win. GOOD LUCK!

jenruns247

CUTEEEE Video! I'm so very proud of you Sister! I want to be like you when I "grow up". Keep doing what you're doing. Everyone loves you!

xoxo, your favorite biggie sister Nugget

jeep1981w

good luck jana!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

kathaleenc

What a Super Video. Loved it all!!! Very Funny!!!!

Best of Luck,

Miss Kathy

brittm86

Jana Chang you are too cute! Good Luck!

xxoo brittany

amccarter

good luck!

chrisfla

Your video came out great Best of luck to you Jana!

golferdude21

check out chef alison's video!! its awesome!

gator07

go jana! even though i'm a gator and your a seminole.

brownrigglynn

A Jana team color dress will be added to the list of college necessities for all female freshmen, along with a coffee machine, microwave and those stupid extra long sheets !!!! You are a real winner.

EEEFSU

Um, I'll take 5 'Nole dresses please :) Such a great idea!!!! The Chang family is so very talented! Good luck and congrats!

nbarends

Good luck, Jana! How exciting to be starting your own business! --Naomi

auntsandy

Jana,

I'm so very proud of you. Your creativity, work ethic, inspiration, and personality are all in your DNA. What a family! Good luck.

Aunt Sandy

MarciaFrancis

It is a miraculous blessing your Mom has been healed for which so many, many of us who know her are grateful. It is a real tribute to her that you have taken this life event to heart to blaze your own trail to find your true heart's desire. If we all could learn that tomorrow is never a guarantee and that today is the day to do what we dream of, the world would be a better place EVERY day. Good luck, Jana. I hope you win. You richly deserve your "shot" at making the world a more beautiful place!

stevenrm

goooooo jana! best of luck to you and your business!

cem531

I can't wait for my dress!!!!!!!

cartermc

I could use some game day clothes too haha

best of luck Jana

shine16q

Hey, Jana! We love you and your beautiful dresses! Good Luck in your endeavors! Jovie, Ate Shine, Dominick, Trinity & Sophia

Leevino3337

you are awesome and you deserve this so much... very proud of you.. go jana!!

pjameson

I loved this video. I loved how she used her friends and people in the community in unique ways to get votes. What a great story Jana has to tell about her family and her mom. She deserves to win! Go Jana!

ErikaRunDLE

JANA!! This video was SO great. Super inspiring, creative and comical. I loved it. GOOD LUCK!!

Chad_Cushnir

I really like the editing on your video. Good luck!

mydogtalbot

Go Jana Chang! Your spirit and enthusiam shows in your designs! Haute Fan Couture inspires a winning attitude no matter what the score! My vote is with Jana, as she follows her dreams! Good Luck, girl!

westhethird

Very Nice girly. Fun, deliberate, and a well structured invoice into the drive behind the dream, go get em! I have to say, that I am also very proud about all the Florida State love in the video as well...Go NOLES!!!

westhethird

Very Nice girly. Fun, deliberate, and a well structured invoice into the drive behind the dream, go get em! I have to say, that I am also very proud about all the Florida State love in the video as well...Go NOLES!!!

tiffanybacon

Good luck! Great video!

Kprincessj1

Good luck girl! Tell your momma Kimmi-bear said hey!

Vballgirl25

Awwwwwwwwwwwww I love this Jana! You're amazing. I hope you kill it.

sanyaw

So Proud of you!!!! Good Luck! I love your dresses!

melbajacobs

Great Video. God Bless You in your new adventure!

pile_it

Way to go, Jana! :-) I know you will be successful!!!

ryanbarber

Thanks for letting me be in your video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

amandah45

Your video came out great! Nice Job!

ainfsu

Your business concept is genius! Go FSU!

fsunole5

GOOD LUCK JANA AND GO NOLES!!!! SCALP 'EM!!!!!!!!!

michelle04

good luck jana banana!

anikkim

Jana you are such an incredible individual. You inspire all of us! You're video story was very useful and funny. Best of luck to you. I want you to win! Your dresses are adorable, football season is just around the corner... I hope you're ready!

Mrs_Cush

If anyone deserves a grant to help them with their business, it's you Jana. Good luck!

bjad03

Good luck jana chang! Tell your wonderful family i said hello. I am happy to hear your sweet mother is doing well :)

williams06

I'm so excited for you Jana!!!!!!!!!

lexi03e

Super cute business, video, dresses and you! You should be getting tons of more votes soon. I sent your facebook event to all of my 500 friends!!!!!!!

<3 lexi

pinkpansies

Haute Fan Couture are the cutest dresses I have ever seen! For once, I am looking forward to football season heheheh

beachbabe

"SEW" cute!!!!! You go girl!!!!! I loved how you included Jacksonville locals/ friends into your video. You are very inspiring and you got my vote!!!!!!!

kellyrwillis

Good Luck Jana! You deserve it! Very cute idea! Love, Kelly W xo

cmicheals

I like all your FSU spirit. Any seminole has my vote!

zeta04

Congrats Jana! I want one of your cute dresses!

danc03

good luck

ameridolfan

best of luck in the competition, you deserve this!

justdance

Jana your dresses are amazing!!!! I want that Jaguar dress for the upcoming football season!!!!!!

sunshinedays

Best of luck to you and your mom!

shrtstp02

I HOPE YOU WIN!

themoon

inspiring ,cute and funny. really enjoy this. Tears in my eyes after watching this video. thanks The Lord there is still good old American girl w/ family value. A great role model , bright and full of ideas you are. NYC MEL

applestudent

I received your FaceBook event from a friend. I almost didn't vote because i hate signing up for things like this but after watching your video I could tell how much this means to you. Your story was very inspiring to me. Being a college student myself, I can understand the financial obstacles. I truly hope you win this contest! Good Luck and God Bless!

redsocks

I voted like I told you I would. GOOOODDDDDD LUCKKKKK JANA!!!!!!!!!!

notapprincess

I do not know you personally (my friend Ashley does) but after watching your video, I feel like I do. You are a true genuine person and I admire anyone who leaves the beaten path and creates their own to reach their goals. Best of Luck! I will share with others

juicygirl

Tell Mrs. Chang my mom and I said Hi and I miss her! She looked so good in the video!!!!! Is she still getting chemotheraphy? <3 Allison C.

cocochanel

Awesome video girlie!!!!!

BA8987

This video is amazing... and your collection is adorable! You deserve to win it all! xoxo HAUTE COUTURE ROCKS!!!

FLgirlGator

Even though you are a seminole and I am a gator, I still love you Jana Chang!!!!!!!! I can't wait to wear my Haute Fan Couture dress to the first home game!!!!! All my friends at Uf want them. I'll forward them your link so they can vote for you and also place their orders. XOXO

tennisbear

I remember when you were a young girl. Good Luck. Your mom is a great inspiration...My neighbor is voting for you.

jni03

YOU ROCK JANA!!!

jennifersr

GOOOO JANA YOU ROCK!!!! You are so lucky to have such supportive friends. Your facebook event group is now almost at 3,000 people!!!!!!! I'm going to invite all of my friends too to the event!!! Thank god for the technology today!!!!

jamiem

You are talented, beautiful and very inspirational. Good Luck! I know you will do well is all that you do!

tiffany3

best wishes jana

pmlane

My vote is for Haute Fan Couture!!!!!!!!!!!

sara4

I love you jana and your cute company!!!!!!!!

blulemons

Your collection is perfect for women who get dragged along to every football game because our husbands have season tickets. Thank you for creating such pretty and unique dresses. I want them all!

rccampbell

Good Luck Jana! Way to go making your own path in life. Have fun on the ride called life. We are all so proud of you!

mandee

Such a cute, creative and clever video. Your story is very inspirational. I voted for you for all three categories :)

jingles058

I work for Florida State University's football team and your idea is creative. Good Luck and GO NOLES!

gogreennow

Way 2 go Jana Chang! I know you're gunna do good in this contest!!!!!

3polkadots

JANA CHANG YOU HAVE FOREVER CHANGED FOOTBALL!!!!

AND FOR THE BETTER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! -kelly

cheer4fsu

Yeaaaa Go 'Noles!!!!!!! I'll be contacting you soon so i can custom design my dress.

calmwaters

I really like your business idea. I work in a business attorney's office and i have not heard a good idea like yours for a while now. You really have something going for you. Keep up the great work and best of luck to you and your endeavors.

pontevedramom

Thanks for sharing your video, we can't wait for our dresses!!!!!

thirdgradeteacher

GOOD LUCK JANA! We are all rooting for you!

twitter

JANNNNAAAAAAA BANANNNNNAAAA!!!! You are so cute!!!! I loved your video. It came out great!!!!! -MC

rascalflatsfan

Nice video Jana :)

ReibachSS

Great video...and you are extremely talented Jana!

kyle02

best wishes to you! maybe the Jaguars can pull if off this season if the women fans were your dresses

angelajax

WAHOOOO 4 JANA!!!!!!!! You make Jacksonville proud to be the only contestant from Florida! You go girl!!!!!

nole4life

Your video is awesome Jana! I am taking a computer course for summer classes, I will ask my professor if she will have every student in the class vote for you for a mini assignment. I will also send this to my sorority sisters.

europetour2009

good luck 2 u Jana!

davidson

Jana, I won't lie. I scoped out your competition, some companies have been in business for 5 years or more. Didn't we learn in our Business courses a couple years ago that they should be profiting by this point? lol. You've just recently started and you deserve this small business grant!!

rumrunners

Jana, you are a true inspiration to anyone out there who feels stuck in their endless day jobs. Way to take a risk and listen to your heart! You are going to rock this contest! Go Gators!

plaintee

U got my vote!

ucfgirl07

Jana, you are so talented. I hope all is going well with HFC. Give your cute mommy my xoxoxxox!!!!

pradaprincess

voted voted and voted :)

alexa06

My friend (Courtney) sent me your 'vote link' and I'm glad that she did. I love your dress designs and am excited for football season! I can't wait!!

shopaholic

Jana your dresses are too cute for words. I want a Gator, UCF Knights and Jax Jaguars one. Let me know when your website is up. I hope you win girl!

katherinee

I would have voted for all three categories, but i could not get the useful one to work :(

artwalk2009

Just watched your video story two times it was very cute and very clever, definately got a good laugh at the fishing part and the wedding car

diamondsandpearls

I love you Jana Chang and i know you'll win because your fabulous!

gomagics

Good Luck jAna

evry1luvsatxgrl

I love HFC! I hope you make Texas dresses! I love a lot of girls that would buy them.

kbrian

Go jannnaaaa! You rock! If I were a girl I would def buy 1 of your dresses. I'll show them to my sister.

usmarine

Inspirational and thoughtful people like you, make this world a better place.

lacitylights

Best Of Luck To You Jana!

kellybelly

Good Luck Jana Banana!!! I love your stuff and love you! :)

Love,

Kelly Mac

cwuf33

Good luck in the contest!!!!!!!!!

austinfl

Nice job Jana. I enjoyed watching your video. I am glad to hear the Changs are doing well.

bocaflbabe

cute dresses jana!

dfranco

You hit the nail on the head with your advice to others, you received all 3 of my votes

Sandytoes

Jana Bananna I'm so happy for you and your new adventure!!!!!!!!!!!

becca850

cute cute video just like you! see ya soon!

gator54

Good Luck Cha Chang!!!!!!!!!!

mandy5

Jana you have a huge heart and I hope everyone can see that watching your video. You have always been such a sweet girl and I know your family is very proud of you.

charlotter

You are such a good person, You are close to your family, your video shows that you have a lot of support, you are an inspiration to us all, you deserve this more than anyone. I will pass your link along...

Flsue

Great Job on your video! Good Luck Jana.

GoNoles

Inspiring Jana, wishing you all the best!

n14cole

Jana...your video was amazing and sooo inspiring!! Glad you have found your passion...I wish you the best of luck!!Can't wait to get my HauteFan Couture dress!! Love u..xoxo

rebeccafsulit

Jana, this is quite the accomplishment! I really hope you win!

sarahec

Jana, if I had $25,000 i'd give it to you. I hope you win this small business grant. It deserves to go to someone young with such high goals for ones self as you do. You're very smart and your video shows how passionate you are about your company. I know you would use every penny won very wisely to invest into Haute Fan Couture, Inc.

hmaddison

Haute Fan Couture has my vote! Your video was by far my favorite. I love how you are giving females the option of being feminine and fashionable while watching such a masculine sport. Girl Power!!

claplgb

Good luck!! I know you'll do great!!

ssullivan

Great Job!

gymrat49

You are so innovative. This is the greatest!

cupcakeluver

I am so stoked about football season coming up in a few months. Im ready to sport some Haute Fan Couture. This is gonna be huge Jana! Make sure to market to the Greek Community.

lcampo4

I love the Chang gang, you're gonna be famous one day!!!!!!!!! Give your mom a hug!!!!

oliveyou

Loved your vid! Great job! xoxo

Grantastic

I can't see her in the beginning, she's too far away. She doesn't speak naturally on camera. Just a bunch of silly promos which does nothing for me. (You spent about 20 seconds saying "vote for Jana.") It appears that lots of her friends are just trying to stack the votes.

maeberg

Its been almost 2 years since we've graduated from FSU. I have kept in contact with a few of the fashion merch. girls (lauren and ashley), but what success you have!!!!!! Our professors would be so proud right now. Especially Mr. Mac!!!!!! I will share your link with the CMA organizations and try to find our old professor's e-mails as well.

averyblane

Outstanding video with lots of enthusiasm. Great idea for the sport fan or sporty dresser. Inspiring story. Good luck.

tritese

awesome video!

futbolisto

Jana this is awesome! i just voted and theres no doubt in my mind that you'll win. good luck!

missrachelmarie

You're awesome! Congrats with all you have done! I'm certain you'll win! Adorable video!

EnglishPnoii

way to represent that caramels!! haha good luck jana

lizesarah

you are amazeing!

lilhands23

very cool i wish i would of thought of something liike this

daveph

Jana would be a super recipient of the money - she's awesome...you can't lose J-lo.....................

LunchboxFSU

It's great to hear your Mom is cancer free. Good luck with the company and the competition!

soccer15_98

Love it Jana!

CatRice

The cutest Vid ever! Good Luck Jana!

abfries

Jana! This is really awesome! I love the Stonehurst Lake in the video. I am so proud of you! Good luck with everything and keep me updated! -Ashley Britt Fries

bakerb

I'm proud of your mom. She is such a strong woman, and if anyone can beat cancer it's her! I know you get your ambition and creativity from her. You are so blessed!

harrybc

Great concept. Your company will be very successful especially with SEC team's fan!!!

kk54137

GO JANA!!!!!!!!

bamaboy

This is the best idea! Make some BAMA dresses and you will be in business! The girls here will go crazy for them. You'll be selling them like hot cakes! Good Luck to you!

parrishae

Awesome job Jana! You def. have my vote! Good luck and let me know if there is anything else I can do. P.S. I would love for you to make me a Virginia Tech baby boy outfit. I will whatever price.

Congrats again on your hard work,

Ashley Parrish

rbanks09

good luck!

rbanks09

good luck!

Khuong

Go Jana!

Khuong

Go Jana!

sprague1

Awesome Job Jana! I'm sending this contest to my entire aol address book to help you get more votes!

jlcomia

Good luck!!!!

artmajor1

BRILLIANT!

galli

Girl you are so funny, i was seriously laughing out loud during parts of it. Very cute video!

riccardi0

Showing you some seminole love! You work so hard, you really deserve to win this so bad!

bigdadd12

Good luck Jana!!! Hope you win!!!

DCriverrun

Inspiring story, thank you for sharing.

linx

Great job Jana! I voted all three!

hawkes

SCALP 'EM JANA!!!! GO NOLES!

syuan

I can't wait to rock Haute Fan Couture at all the games!!!! I have complete faith in you, that you will win this business grant! Keep up the hard work!

kittykit

voted all 3 :) goodluck. ooh pretty n colorful cute clothes!

acc784

Cute video. I hope your business is successful! It such a great idea!

acc784

Cute video. I hope your business is successful! It such a great idea!

schwartz

Nice work JC!

yippyskippy1

Wow, this story has really touched me!! Thanks for sharing your story with us!!

ssd6499

Excellent video, Jana!!

evelyn_dekon

Jana Chang this is a fantastic idea! I loved your video, it came out very cute and very funny!

UCFg22irl

good luck!

lintuit

Great job, Jana! Good luck with your designs.

Ms. Sanders

JamieJonesW

After viewing many of the other video entries, you may not have the best video as far as audio, editing, or any sort of background music. After watching your video, I knew I wanted my vote to go to you. That's exactly why you deserve to win this contest. The other companies with the amazing videos obviously have money. I do not know many, if any, college graduate with a large savings account and pursuing their dreams as you are. You are inspiring and a great role model. -J. Jones

YoheartJ

Good job on your video. I really like how you incorporated all of the different groups of people in your community. It really made your video funny with them holding the "Vote 4 Jana" signs!

doctorfi

Very creative, and cute. A great idea.

homeslicegirlie

You deserve it because your mother is the best (Mama Chang <3)!!!!

Good luck and I hope you win! :-)

Raven P.

Marshsue

This young lady deserves the best!!! She should win.

mrs_shelli

Her creations are so practical and affordable. She deserves to win because she has the masses in mind. Good Luck!

chiquita1017

Nice meeting you at Chris's graduation party! Good luck!

Mary

chiquita1017

Nice meeting you at Chris's graduation party! Good luck!

Mary

ripcurlgrl9

im gator fan but I would buy a dress!!!

dmr07f

this is such a good idea!

jackpa11

good video and good luck!

datboyricco

keep up the good work yo

nwitek

What a wonderful concept! We are so proud of you! Good luck!

I hope it goes global! Nancy Witek

ssommer

Jana it was so nice meeting you on Saturday at Chris's grad party. Thank you for sharing your business and story with us. I know girls are going to go crazy over your Jacksonville Jaguar dresses this season! You can count my daughter in for the one your wearing in your opening scene. You deserve this girl!

jbstraub

This is a great business concept for southern college die hard football fans. Your mom must be so proud of you. Best of luck to you Jana!

mrsashleyelliott

Good job Jana!! This is Ryan's sister in law Ashley and we are really proud of you! Good Luck!!

salko25

JANA!!! I love love love my dress you made for me! When Jill brought it to me in Tallahassee, I was seriously jumping up and down! I knew you were awesome at what you do, but never imagined it would be this perfect! I've already tried it on like six times. My roommates keep making fun of me. lol. I seriosuly can not wait to wear it! I am so happy to hear your sweet mom is doing well. When does she finish her chemo? We're all praying it does not come back. Please give her a big hug! -Alex Stalko

brianklinkerton

Great Job! You deserve to win this!

B.J. Klinkerton

aspaz4m

Jana, you are the hardest working 24 year old I know. I wish I could design and sew dresses like you do. You're so blessed to have had your mother teach you. It is sad that sewing is a lost art. You are an such an inspiration. I found your story to be very useful and I thought your video was cute, funny and creative. Keep up the great job! Amanda Barlow

couponqueen

you got my vote!

mcnealy09

I enjoyed your video so much I watched it 3 times! The wedding and fishing vote 4 jana scenes were hilarious!

baconbacon

Very inspirational video. It is great to see someone so young go after a dream with such passion.

bales413

GOOD LUCK!

b_stults

I think your dresses are beautiful and unique. Any true football fan can really relate and appreciate your clothing line. You have a great idea and you are running with it, keep going!

mama_p_chan

Good Luck in the contest Jana. We know you will do well. See you soon! Love, Mama Chan from Blue Bamboo

iphoneaddict

inspirational- check. useful- check. funny- check. These are 3 words that describe Jana and Haute Fan Couture, along with passion, hardworking, dedication, love, role model, unique, football, courage, cute and many more. We wish you all the best! - The Thompsons

tamparays

Terrific idea combining fashion and football... a girl after my own heart

bloomiesnyc

Janna, I envy you for having the courage and taking a huge risk by leaving your executive job to pursue your dreams. You look very happy with your decision and appear to have wonderful support from others. Best of luck to Haute Fan Couture.

greeklifefsu

So I saw your facebook status and yes it is 2:30AM! Yes I could not sleep, so yes I am voting for you.

wendiwitek

I am so proud of you and what you are doing!! Your mom must be so happy! Tell her and everyone I said hello!! Love Wendi Witek

jaxjags95am

Jana, I just wanted to tell you that I am so happy that Mama Chang is doing well! I was praying for her and am happy that she's cancer free! I knew one of the Chang girls would venture out and start a clothing company, you all DO have the best teacher there is.... I miss her class! Good luck!

tap05

your little sister told me about your dresses jana and it's genius! expect an order from me for this coming football season!!!!

p.s. your video was hilarious and i couldn't stop laughing!!!!!! i loved the fishing part! too cute! :)

williams

Thanks for inviting us to your 'Vote For Jana' Party. We all had so much fun. The food was amazing just like you! GO JANA! We love Haute Fan Couture!!!!!!! We can't wait to wear our beautiful gameday dresses this fall football season!!!!!! Love, The Williams Family

aharrell

We missed you at Pilates Class last week! Good Luck in the competition. I was telling Nancy all about the contest and she wants to vote too. I'm sending your video link to all the other girls in our Pilates, Yoga, and Spinning Classes. We are all so proud of you Jana! You are such a positive and inspirational person and even though I am double your age, I really look up to you. You are a wonderful role model to all. I wish I would have pursued my dream job as you are! xoxo, Amanda H.

f_r_e_e_thatspellsfree

Haute Fan Couture is da bomb dot com!!!!!

bananaspilts07

Way to go Jana! I'm so proud of you and how far you have already come. I'm cheering you on to the grand prize!

leslieb14

Love your video Jana. Great job with a super idea. Hope you do well. Go Noles.

hhcountryclub

We are all so proud of you for going after your goals and dreams. I thought you were so funny when you said one of your goals was to be on Oprah. With all of your hard work and "passion for fashion", we'll be watching you on the Oprah Show before you know it. Best of luck to you. We hope you win! You deserve this!

sweetpupbella

The "VOTE 4 JANA PARTY" was too much fun. We need to talk the Lee's into having another one before the contest ends!!!! It was so nice meeting you and your family at Chris's graduation party. I showed my daughter your dresses and she already wants a Jaguar one. I told her you were going to design me a "mom dress" :) Good Luck Jana!

burnett

Clever idea. Way to go! Best wishes!

live_love_laugh

I love that you chose what you love to do over a a high paying job. Your passion will allow you great success. I agree when you said, "Often times people lose focus of what is important and allow greed to get the best of their professional careers" We see it all over tv and in magazines everyday. Great tip to others.

theclarkes

Awesome job Jana! I loved your video! I voted for all categories!

rubberducky

You are so talented and creative Jana! Keep up the good work girl! I really hope you win this contest!!!!!!!

chrisshon

HAHA JANA!! The video was AWESOME!

Hope you win!!

southbeachbabe03

I love everything about your dress collection!!!! Your designs are so freakin' cute!!!!!! I want a University of Miami Hurricanes dress for football season and a Miami Heat dress for basketball season!!!! Do you sell them in boutiques? You would do so well selling them in South Florida!!!!! BEST OF LUCK TO YOU!!!!

littlemissbossy

Awesome job on your video Jana! You had me cracking up! I was seriously laughing out loud. I watched it 2 times already! I'm adding your vote link to my facebook status so I can be in your "cool club" hahah!!!! xoxo

chanel5

good luck jana banana!!!!!! you're so fabulous!!!!!! you better win this thing!!!!!

robert2009

great job on the vid!

baileynole

yeahhhhhhh go noles!!!!!!!

sunshinesmile

Very inspirational story. I know how hard it is helping to care for a sick parent as well as running your own business. You seem to have a great balance between the two. I thought the photo of your sewing machine in your suitcase was priceless. You have your head on straight! Keep up the good work and you will be very successful

30july1982

This is my favorite video yet! You're having a fun time while doing something that you love and are so passionate about! You are very inspirational and I enjoyed the humor in your video, it kept me wanting to see what clip would come next.

hjohnsonb

Awesome video! You should've sang the fight song!!! F-L-O-R-I-D-A-S-T-A-T-E!!!!! FLORIDA STATE! FLORIDA STATE! FLORIDA STATE! WAHOOOOO!!!!!!! GO NOLES!!!!!!!!

bedhead

You Rock Jana!

katiemarie

I voted for you! Can I be in the cool club now?!

mickeymouse

Your video put a smile on my face. It's so good to see your mom is doing so well. I keep your family in my prayers everyday.

ericsson

GO JANA GO!!!!!! Thank you for sharing your video with me, I thought it was adorable.

keithe

good luck jana hope you win!

beccac

Great video, great idea, great info. Wishing you the very best!

emily904

According to your Facebook status, if I voted for you, I would receive instant coolness... YESSSS!!!!!!!!! Good Luck Jana! We're all hoping you win :)

sweetcountrygirl

http://www.kelliepickler.com/?em5001=188925_-1__0_~0_-1_5_2009_0_0&content=fan_photos&em2311=&ugc=5_1394

OMGGGGGG I CAN'T BELIEVE KELLIE PICKLER HAS ONE OF YOUR HAUTE FAN COUTURE DRESSES!!!! I'M HER BIGGEST FAN!!!! AND NOW I'M YOURS TOO!!!!! WHICH ONE DOES SHE HAVE? I'D LIKE TO ORDER ONE JUST LIKE HERS!

tahoesnow09

Good luck Jana!

beerpongchamp09

My girlfriend showed me ur video, good job. I actually enjoyed it a lot and I think u have something going for u.

smurfette27

Great idea Jana. Your Video was a hoot! Keep up the good work!

greeneyes3

Jana deserves to win this grant! She works so hard and I know she would make good use of the money. Her dresses are beautiful and I am going to place an order for football season. Pick her to win the contest!

vivalavicki

There are many great ideas out there, but this one has been my favorite. Jana may be young, but you can tell she is a smart girl. She realized there was lack of "girly gameday apparel" and decided to create her own business. Jana is a great role model to all young individuals out there and they are our future! By coming out of her comfort zone and starting her own business, she has shown others, to not feel trapped in their jobs and to find something they love to do and create it into a career!!

katieraye

Congrats Jana! Wishing you only the best! Good luck girl!

cheerlinz

Your video was awesome JCHANG!!!! I'm so excited for you!!!!!!!

ilovecarbs

We're so proud of everything you have already accomplished! You deserve this small business grant so bad! If you don't win it, it was rigged! Just Kidding! Best Wishes Banana!

sarahrenee00

I gave you all 3 of my votes. I felt if I were to purchase a product or service out of all the Top 50 Finalist, yours would be it. Great idea. I just wish I thought of it! When will your website be done? Will I be able to submit an order before football season?

stephenmk

GO JANA!

christyw10

Give your mom a huge hug from me. I was so upset when I heard she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Your mom is a truly amazing woman, she does so much for others, she is the kindest hearted person I know. You are lucky to have her.

winchester

You rock Jana! Keep working hard, it is going to pay off!

yogalover

Good Luck Janaaaaa! I enjoy hearing all of your exciting business updates at the gym. I wish you only happiness. You are not only motivational in our work out classes, but within your company as well. You are doing so well and I am so truly happy for you! You amaze me every time we talk. You secretly make me want to start my own company when all my kids are in school. Hope to see ya in next week's class.

dancing_queen

Awesome job on the video Jana! So cute and creative... I wouldn't have expected anything less.

cleodog

Jana!, this is so great... you are an inspiration to all girls that want to start a boutique. Your clothing line looks fabulous on and off the field just like you!!!!!

I'm going to misss you. Make sure you add Giants to your line.. :)

Barbara

hburke67

That'a girl!!!! You got this in the bag!!!!!!!

butler_r

For some reason I can't get it to submit my funny vote; but your video was really funny! I did vote for you for my other two!

strawberrylipgloss

I just adore all of your fabulous dresses Jana!!!! I'm placing my order as soon as your website is complete. If you win this grant, your website could be done even sooner! You're business would take off like a rocket! Man I hope you win!

4frank

Very inspiring! My daughter would love your dress designs.

gatornation

I love the fact that although you are a die hard seminole, you still design gator dresses. I respect that, so I voted for YOU!

leoncountySB

Good Luck Miss Jana!!!!!

blackcoffee22

Since I voted for you, do I automatically become cool now? (your facebook status updates crack me up)!!!! I'll admit it, I read them every hour or so that you update it!

sweetsummertime

CUTE CUTE AND CUTE!!!! Haute Fan Couture is #1!!!!! LOVE YOU JANA CHANG!!!!!!

deltagamma

Best Wishes to you Jana! Don't forget all of us little people when you become famous! Everyone is cheering you on!

rgoodman248

"Shoot for the moon, even if you miss, you'll land among the stars". May all your wishes come true and then some!

mandyjade5

I told your sis' I would vote for you, but I also want one of your gameday dresses!!!!! I know all of my sorority sisters would go crazy over your designs!!!! But I want to be the first one to have it!!!! haha

brooke143

I want that Jaguar dress you have on in the video!!!! That is the cutest dress I may have ever seen! Perfect for football games! I am right with you, when you say team jerseys are for boys, and team t-shirts are boring! Way to go sista! You deserve to win the grant money honey!

reefdiver

You have 2 of my votes... the 3rd one would not go thru stupid computer! Sorry Jana! Either way, I know you will win! -John

floridastatehonors

HOW 'BOUT THEM NOLES!!!! WAY TO MAKE US LOOK GOOD!!!!! I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE ALL THE GIRLS IN YOUR DRESSES!!!!!

kennedym

This is a fantastic idea! I love how girl-ly you are making such a man-ly sport. YOU HAVE FOREVER CHANGED FOOTBALL!!!! Good Luck!

fballfan

You don't know me but I just had to comment on how cute your video was. I am a huge football fan and I agree that it is very hard to find cute game day dresses anywhere! Best Wishes to you!

spin4fun

Go Jana! Ashley from spinning class showed me your vote link. I hope you win girl! You work so hard! I don't know how you manage to do it all. You are an inspiration to us all. PS. How do I get a HFC logo tank like the one you wore to spinning last week?!

olemisscutie09

Haute Fan Couture gameday dresses are the answer to every girl's prayers! If y'all are not a girl, than y'all may not understand, but it takes sometimes hours to find the perfect Gameday Outfit. Football games in the south are not just football games, they are social events as well. At Ole Miss we pride ourselves in looking our best whether it is at Sunday Service or tailgating for a home game. This girl deserves to win! She's gonna be a legend one day, y'all just wait and see! -Mary S.

sjyachtclub

Great job on the video Jana!

secretgarden81

Jana, I thought your video was so you! I watched it over and over, i noticed new things and recognized people from high school in it each time i watched it!!!!! How come I wasn't invited to be in it? :( JK!!!! Good Luck!!!!!!

sft05

Dr. Susan Fiorito showed us your video in class and I wish you all the luck!

Good Luck Jana!!

mommyto2twinboys

Such a clever idea! When is your baby line coming out? I know 2 cute little boys that would be "Haute Fans" of yours! Best of luck in the competition.

ngeorge63

Jana Chang you have more ambition than anyone I know! I admire you for everything you have already accomplished! I really hope you win! You deserve this more than anyone!

seashellsbytheseashore

Good Luck Jana!

true_seminole

My professor just shared your video with us in one of my classes and I am so happy that she did. I want you to know that you are such an inspiration and made me really think about what I truly want to achieve in life. I hope you win! This is a fabulous idea and I wish you the best of luck! It would be such an achievement for an FSU alum to win. I will share this video with others :)

becsmith

good luck!

delcyann

I send my best wishes to you Jana.I think your quite an inspiration to all young person's out there.Your such an amazing person....Keep up the good work...

lct02

I just received an e-mail from my best friend containing this link. To be honest, I hate signing up for these things because I don't like submitting my e-mail address. She said it was worth it to watch the video, and doing so I could see how much this really means to you. Your video was very inspirational. I enjoyed the humorous parts as well. It is good to hear that your mom is doing well. It makes me wish I would have paid attention when my grandmother tried to teach me to sew when I was young

harley08

Good Luck Jana!

JAMESL10

Nice Job Jana! I'll try and get my co-workers to vote for you to. The website was not letting me vote for one of them earlier, but 2 of them said, "Thanks!", so I am assuming I did 2 of them right? JP

mdolphins

You seem to be a person of many talents. Keep up the hard work, it pays off.

s4lahey

good luck!

may2009

One of my professors showed us your video today. I was very impressed! I want a dress! I tried to google your company and the website doesn't appear to be up yet. I heard you have photos posted on facebook, so I will check there. GOOD LUCK JANA!

pittsburghfan

Great concept! If you make Steelers dresses then you're awesome in my book! good luck

jaxkickballleague

Your video had me laughing out loud. Very creative. GOOD LUCk JANA!

sarahleigh

Best Of Luck 2 U!!!!

gabriella

I love fashion just like you! I wish I would have followed my heart as you have. Your video has inspired me so much. I may or may not have a job next year. After hearing your story, I might not look for a new one. I make handmade jewelry for fun, and I love it! Maybe one day you'll see my handmade jewelry dream business on this site! Thank You and Good Luck!

UGAco2010

It was nice meeting you today. This is the cutest thing I have ever seen! Perfect for UGA girls! I never go to a game not wearing a cute dress. I am so excited for a Haute Fan Couture dress! -Ashley

aimee18

Hi Jana! My friends and I just looked at your facebook photos. We LOVED your UGA dresses!!!!! they are adorable!!!! It was great meeting you today. You were so sweet. We leave to go back to Georgia this weekend, but we have your business card and we will call you with our orders!

Love, Amanda, Mary, Brittany and Lindsay

jessiejax4

Good Luck Jana Chang!!!!!!!

bohochica

This is fantastic! Nice video. I found it inspiring, useful and funny.

britta92384

AWESOME video Jana! I just voted for ALL! You are going to go great :)

CoolAsAClam

Good Luck JC! Tell your mom Hi!

dogsbestfriend34

good luck!

hayley86

Awesome Job Jana! The video turned out really cute! Best of luck to you! I know you'll do well :) XOXO Hayley

DavidS39

Nice Job On Your Video. Hope You Win.

LuvArtsyAbode

Jana, this is a wonderful concept and I found your video to be very much inspiring.

JackRussell

Way to go Jana!!!!

rebecca30

VERY CUTE JANA!!!!!!!! GOOD LUCK GIRL!!!!!

trish1234

Good luck Jana! Your dresses are so cute!!

jackiemcl

Awesome job Jana! Your dresses are awesome!

MissDanielle

I voted for all 3!!! Good Luck Jana! I'm so happy for you and everything you have already accomplished! Keep up the great job! You're gonna win, I know it!!!! xoxo

LOVEandLIVE

This is a great story. It's good to hear you are following your heart, this world would be a happier place if others did too. Thanks for sharing. Best of luck to you!

santamonicaca

Your video is great! It's very inspirational, funny & useful. It makes me wish i would have followed my heart & started my own small business back in the days. I wish you only the very best! Good Luck!

neat_o_burrito

Go Jana!!!!!!! I will share your video with my roommates and have them vote for you too!!!!!!!

gossipgirls

Good Luck Jana!! :)

DPvball

You may be the cutest person ever...I hope you win- you deserve it!

superkitty

Jana Chang I hope you win! Your gameday dresses are the most fabulous thing since sliced bread! Get it girl!

macpherson1

You got all three of my votes. This is a brilliant idea! I can't wait to show my daughters, they will love this! I hope you win, you seem like a person that would truly benefit from it :) Good Luck!

annmarie23

You are the cutest thing ever Jana Chang and your dresses are precious! You're gonna win this small business grant, I just know it!!!!! XOXOXO -A.M.

beverlyhills90210

This is the winner right here! She is a great role model to the younger generations and deserves to win the small business grant competition. Her video was very inspirational, yet useful and funny all at the same time. I respect her decision of taking a risk, leaving her job to follow her heart and creating Haute Fan Couture. Way to go! Let's support her in making her dream come true! Her success can inspire others to follow their hearts as well!

TheJacobsons

Wonderful video. Good luck to you!

AmyLynn

Good Luck Jana!!!!!!!!

sexandthecityaddict

I hope you win! Your dresses are just fabulous! I can't wait to order mine for the football games!

katelynn03

You're so awesome! GOOD LUCK!

hawaiitee

Great job on the video story. I would have voted 3 out of 3 But it wouldn't let me vote for the last 1.

LAH88

Good luck jana chang!! you deserve to win <3

GatorJenn

Good Luck!

thinkucandance

Go Jana!!!!!!!! Hope You Win!!!!!

zachshy

good job jana chang! i voted for all 3 because you deserve it. good luck!

jlb06

You have some really adorable dresses and I know a TON of girls who would want one! I'll pass the word. Good luck!

kyleebrafford

omgggggg girl! cuteeeee dresses! i want one!!!!!!!!!!!

bman0623

JANA CHANG! Joy has been trying to talk me into getting her a dress.. way to go. But seriously, good luck! We're going to the Flint River tomorrow... too bad you weren't in tally so you could go with us.

ssamd31390

Jana! I'm SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO happy that your mom is feeling better! I was so worried when I first heard that she had cancer. I'm glad she's doing well, and that you're doing good as well! By the looks of it you already started your business and are doing amazing! Keep up the good work and I loved your video. You and your family are so creative and I know you'll go far. You definitely deserve to win and make us proud!

-Sam

sexica34

Jana I'm so proud of you and you need to come visit me in tally missy! Call me when you come in town again so we can catch up! I know you'll be in town for some of the games in fall. I can't wait to see all the girls in the stands wearing them! I love you! XO

april90

It wouldn't let me vote for inspiring but I still voted for the other 2! Keep up the good work Jana and keep rocking what you do!

Stephanie87

YEAAAA JANA!!!! You need to hire your sister Jill as your marketing person. She is freakin' hilarious! Last night we had a small party and Jill walked in with her laptop HAHAHA!!!! Every single one of us voted for you! Good News- Our small party turned into a big party, we're thinking about doing it big again tonight! Too bad you weren't in Tally. We're all hoping you win! GO NOLES and GO JANA!!!!!!!!

spiccolli

LOVED THE VIDEO HOPE YOU DO AWESOME.

spiccolli

LOVED THE VIDEO HOPE YOU DO AWESOME.

spiccolli

LOVED THE VIDEO HOPE YOU DO AWESOME.

beach_hut

GREAT JOB JANA!!!! I'm getting all my roommates to vote today and every time someone comes to our apartment i've been having them vote for you too lol! I really hope you win! Love you!!!!!! XOXOX!!!!!!!

beach_hut

GREAT JOB JANA!!!! I'm getting all my roommates to vote today and every time someone comes to our apartment i've been having them vote for you too lol! I really hope you win! Love you!!!!!! XOXOX!!!!!!!

KAPPADELTAlovesHAUTEfan

your designs are amazing <3 Kappa Delta Sorority LOVES them!! haha I think just about all of us want to order one because they would be PERFECT for the football games!

IHeartPinkBows

jana chang-

I am so proud of you and all the hard work you have put in to make your dreams come true. You are a true inspiration and the perfect role model for young women. I hope you all the success in the world - because you of all people deserve it. I love how you always stay so humble through all of your achievements... that is a hard skill to master.

GO NOLES and

GO JANA!!!!!!

petals3

I would say GOOD LUCK, but you don't even need it! You're awesome! And everyone you meet instantly adores you. Your collection is cute, girly, fashionable, functionable and it portrays you perfectly! Thank you for being so true to yourself, your company, and your "fans". It really makes a difference when you have so much passion for something as you do with your business! I can't wait for the judge's to announce you the winner! I have no doubt about it!

shelbym03

Good luck girl!!!! I voted for all 3 options and my best friend is going to vote tonight! SM

FSUSped

Good Luck Jana!! I love Jill's role in the video. Very cute. Hope you win! You deserve it :)

riptides97

Jana~ my friend Amy shared this with me and I think you have a great idea. GOOD LUCK!, and it was pleasure to vote for you.

PiggyBackBooks

hi -- I have to admit that I am sad that you are ahead and doing so well. the other side of me - the mom is so proud that you have taken on your passion and are making it real - you go girl! Congratulations for making your dream real - a sister finalist - congrats

JasonR80

Great business concept. Good Luck!

ShoppingGirl

Good Luck Girl!!!! I wish I were half as talented as you are! You're the best! LOVE YOU!!!!!!

butterfies5

Great Job Jana! Your video was so CUTE! Jill looked adorable in it! She had me cracking up for a good 2 minutes! I watched your video 2 times and I'm going to show my mom when she gets home. I'll also have her vote. Tell your mommy HI! and that we all love her and are praying for her everyday! Best wishes to you!!!! You deserve it sweetie!!!!

PiBetaPhi9

Cutest idea ever! I'll try to round up some of my sisters and get them all to vote before midnight! Good Luck! I can't wait to wear one of your dresses to the first home game!!!!! GO FLORIDA STATE!!!!!!!!

jal07k

Jana, I just have to tell you that Jill has been spreading the word to "Vote 4 Jana" like crazy! A couple days ago there was actually a line to vote for you from Chase’s lappy when we were at his and Brandon’s house for a party. We probably replayed it over and over and overrr! It was ridiculous and your dresses are going to sell so well for football season and baseball season and every season there is! I really thought your video was funny and I wish I came up with this concept! Good Luck!

jordanrachel03

your dresses are amazing!! i can't wait to buy an FSU one. this makes me even more excited for football season!

blondiebaby89

This is a very cute idea! I really hope you win!

studrick8sos

Jana, I voted for you in all 3.

Rod

jverge

hahahahhahaaaaaaaaaaa the fishing part was so funny jana!

Clemsonbiker

Wow! Jana....what a change from running on the Cross-Country Team for 4 years to sewing on miles and miles of fabric! good luck to you.

proudTObeUSA

Jana, this is a great idea! I remember when you were just a little girl. You have grown to be such a talented, inspirational role model to others. I wish you only the best! I know your mother is so proud of you!

pixar

Very inspirational video. Good Luck

sportygirl

I'm a sporty girl so I love the idea and concept of Haute Fan Couture. You are very clever!

toomuchclothes

Your designs and dresses are way too cute! I bet you receive tons of compliments at games!

marthapolonio

good luck jana

govgrants
Looks like you are very talented, and well deserving of this grant! Neat video, too! www.governmentgrantstruth.org/

Finalist story from HauteFanCouture:

It's not whether you win or lose, but how CUTE you look during the game.

Since the age of seven, I have been sewing buttons on shirts, hems on pants, and even bows on belts, thanks to the fact that my mom was a sewing teacher for 35 years. I learned firsthand the importance of dedication and passion for this craft. As a student at Florida State University, I majored in Fashion Merchandising with a minor in Business Administration. Upon graduation, my family was devastated with the news that my mom was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. However after intense chemotherapy and radiation treatments, the doctors gave us the uplifting news that she was eligible for surgery.

 

When my mom found out she was sick, I knew that I wasn’t completely content with the current work that I was doing, but knew it would defintiely be a challenge trying to start my own company. One day I started thinking to myself how I was simply just following the path that others made for me instead of creating my own path.

 

With all the realizations I had about life now that my mom was sick, I knew I needed to do what I love the most. When I left to go to Arizona for my mom’s surgery, I delibirately didn’t bring almost five complete outfits, just so I was able to fit my sewing machine and all my supplies in my bag. For a true fashionista like myself, that is true dedication at it’s best. I spent every single day and night with my mom, where I turned her hospital room into my make shift sewing studio. All the nurses, doctors, and staff were really intrigued by my ideas and designs.

 

After the initial surgery was successfully completed, the doctors told us the news that my mom was cancer free and it most likely wouldn’t return! I realized that life was incredibly short and that tomorrow is never a guarantee. I want to do what I love and deeply love what I do. That’s why I started my own company called Haute Fan Couture. I design and sew custom made to order dresses that young ladies can wear to their favorite sporting events. All the materials used are put together based on the college and/or professional team’s colors that one desires.

 

Being one of four children that all graduated from FSU, college football has always been a huge part of our lives. I wanted something girly, unique and team spirited, but still stylish. I knew I would never find a collegiate sundress of any kind so that’s when I decided to design and make my own and soon Haute Fan Couture was born.I am exceptionally thrilled to make others happy and know that they feel good in my designs.

Advice for others:

Never forget the underlying passion and reason you began this venture. Often times, people lose focus and allow money, fame, and/or greed to get the best of their professional careers. It is imperative to remain grounded regardless of your success. Measure your success by the happiness you possess, not the income you are making.

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