Sherry Kollmann Chancellor of NMSU Global | nmsu.edu
Sherry Kollmann Chancellor of NMSU Global | nmsu.edu
Students from New Mexico State University's Fashion Merchandising and Design program are set to showcase their sustainable fashion designs at the institution's fifth annual fashion show on April 17. The event will be held at 6 p.m. in the Aggie Lounge at Corbett Center Student Union on NMSU's Las Cruces campus.
"Our annual Sustainability Fashion Show brings together our design and merchandising students in so many ways," said Kelley Cleary Coffeen, associate professor in Fashion Merchandising and Design and co-adviser of the Aggie Fashion Club. She highlighted that the event features contributions from both the event and marketing teams as well as the guided efforts of designers led by Insook Ahn. This year's event will include a ‘styled’ collection featuring upcycled designs to emphasize the value of repurposing clothing.
The theme for this year's show is "Bohemian Jungle: Bringing Together Elements of Nature, Culture and Fashion," with students utilizing recycled, repurposed, and other sustainable materials in their designs.
Andrea Cano Vidal, a fashion design major and marketing minor, expressed her excitement about participating in her final year in the fashion show, noting that she drew inspiration from burlap sacks obtained from a coffee shop and the event's theme of Bohemian Jungle. "I think this year is by far my best work yet, and I'm looking forward to showcasing my designs to everyone at the show!" Cano Vidal said.
Aidan Sever, another student in the fashion merchandising and design program, shared his enthusiasm for showcasing his work, inspired by fencing attire and crafted from second-hand materials. "It is important for me to be a part of the ongoing sustainability movement as someone who wants to enter the high fashion industry," Sever noted.
Both students emphasized the importance of sustainability in fashion, highlighting the industry's impact on the environment and the role of repurposing materials. "Our industry is one of the leading industries that has contributed to pollution and waste," Cano Vidal added. Sever echoed this sentiment, expressing satisfaction in creating art from unused garments.
The fashion show is open to the public without charge, featuring activities that emphasize sustainability, including social media stations, live music, and free flowers. The Aggie Fashion Club will also host several fashion events during the week of April 18, with announcements on Instagram @nmsufashion.
For further information, interested individuals can contact Cleary Coffeen at kcoffeen@nmsu.edu or Insook Ahn at iahn@nmsu.edu.
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