Academy of Art University Graduation Fashion Show 2017
Photo Courtsey: Fashion School Daily
Something always leads to something else, and at this very moment, the time has come leading to the graduation fashion show 2017. Students, parents, faculty, and friends came to watch and celebrate the creative vision of the student designers that was present here today.
On May 6, 2017, guest filled the fashion show waiting to see the excitement and beautiful creations that would be walking down the catwalk. The president of the Academy of Art University Elisa Stephens started out by reflecting on how far the school has come from when it was first founded by her grandfather, Richard Stephens. The school of fashion is now one of the largest and lively programs at the academy.
Photo Courtsey: Vogue.com
Guest of honor Sarah Mower, journalist and now Chief Critic for Vogue.com was also in attendance. President of AAU Elisa Stephens presented the award of Honourary Doctorate to Sarah Mower. When accepting her award she let us know why she is dedicated to working with emerging talents of the future of fashion, she stated, “I got into this because I’m interested in the future. I know and value how much education means. ” Mower also gave praise to the leadership of Simon Ungless, Executive Director of the School of Fashion, and the program’s entire team. Shortly after the Spring Fashion Show 2017 began.
The lights dimmed, music started and the fashion show began.
2017 Spring Fashion Show
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10 collaborations on the runway; three fashion design and knitwear collaborations, one fashion design and costume collaboration, four fashion design and jewelry and metal arts collaboration and three fashion design, and textile collaborations was shown during the show. These students worked effortlessly, timely and passionately to present us their creative visions. I want to give praise to every designer that showcased in the show each design and inspiration spoke differently!
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