BEST IN SHOW

Sponsored by Dr. Rodney J. & Mrs. Anne M. Williams

Talia Fiscante

a group of models wearing a collection of steetwear in greens and khakis featuring fringe and sheer garments

Given to a winning collection exemplifying the work of the designer’s vision, inspiration, and reflection that the designer understands and achieves the design process.

 

CELEBRATION AWARDS (two awards)

Sponsored by Ms. Carol Keller, Wife of the late Provost Gordon Keller, Ph.D.; Regina Eisenberg

Lauren Turner and Emily Cranston

models wear dresses and outfits featuring pinstripe fabrics, denim and suit silhouettes
Lauren Turner

 

several models pose wearing various plaid garments in shades of magenta and oragne
Emily Cranston

Represents a collection that celebrates muti-cultural and accessibility in fashion promoting people, culture, and belonging.

 

CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUE

Stephanie Danes Smith in memory of William J. (Bill) Smith

Arabella Hammerich

four models wear black and white avantgarde dresses. the dresses feature corsets and angular shoulders

Collection or design utilizes an advanced technique resulting in an innovative solution.

 

FASHION SHOW MANAGEMENT (two awards) 

Sponsored by Linda Harper; Gary Brahler

Ryan Gibson and Ana Beatriz Fonseca

Awarded to two outstanding Annual Fashion Show production team students.

 

INNOVATION

Sponsored by Randy J. Goodman and Beth Wilson

Drea Favorito

three models show off student designs featuring abstract skirts and dresses

 

A collection or design which develops from an innovative concept.

 

KNITWEAR

Sponsored by Mirta Gonzalez Prior and Tom Prior

Adelynn Prushing

several models wear chartruse dresses with knitwear over top while others wear matching lounge sets and one wears a purple floor-length dress
a model wears a long sleeve mini dress with a striped pattern

A collection or design which is knitted by hand or industrial knitting machine to which is innovative and marketable.

 

MARKET READY

Sponsored by Janet and David Dix   

Sanghyun Park

several models wear black and blue trousers and jackets with unique designs incorporating zippers

Collection or design ready for introduction into saleable market.

 

NICHE MARKET

Sponsored by Janet and David Dix

Nic Willingham

four models wear wide-legged pants featuring colorful braids and 3d designs paired with colorful tops, sweaters, and sun hats

 

models wear wide-legged pansts with cartoon-like patches on them, along with colorful loose fitted tops and sun hats

Collection or design geared towards a specialized market.

 

SPECIAL OCCASIONS

Sponsored by Regina Eisenberg

Arabella Hammerich

four models wear black and white avantgarde dresses. the dresses feature corsets and angular shoulders

Collection or design for special occasions.

 

STUDENTS’ CHOICE

Stephanie Danes Smith in memory of Dorothy Timko Danes

TO BE ANNOUNCED! 

The School of Fashion students’ determine their design choice celebrating their peer’s creative abilities.

 

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

Sponsored by Alice Melsher, UpScaleIT

Catherine MacGregror

five models wear various pieces of a collection. one model wears an avantgarde whit dress with a long piece of fabric dangling down the front resembling a receipt another wears a light blue dress with a slit up and tiered ruffles. two wear denim dresses, with one style like a suit jacket

Marketable collection or design representing one or more of the following: Zero Waste, Design for Disassembly Modular Design Upcycling

 

TECHSTYLELAB 

Sponsored by Ken Robinson

Ash Welch

several models wear wide-legged pants in a variety of patterns, ranging in colors like red, blue and white. these are paired with puffer jackets and accessories.

Given to an innovative collection or design utilizing digitalization and technology housed in the TechStyleLAB to express the designer’s vision.

 

UNIVERSAL DESIGN

Sponsored by Goodman Real Estate Services Group LLC

Ethan Griffin

four models wear streetwear including a red poncho and sheer button up top

Awarded to a collection or design that it can be worn, understood, and used to the greatest extent possible by all people regardless of their age, size, gender identity, or ability.

Thank you! Congratulations to the Winners!
0
0
© 2026 Kent State University All rights reserved.