F/W '24 DESIGNERS

KCFW can’t wait for you to see the talent that will be on our runway in September 2024. Designers are listed in alphabetical order.

79ROZE DRESS SHOP

The promotion of body positivity and self-esteem for women was the motivation for LaToya Rozof to start 79Roze Dress Shop. The idea was to provide affordable and fashionable dress options for curvy women. The average woman is a size 14+, yet mainstream stores provide limited options. The ultimate goal is to empower women to embrace their bodies and not feel pressured to conform to societal pressures of being a certain dress size or weight.

LaToya’s love for fashion started as a little girl and she always wanted a career in the fashion world. She holds a B.S. in Apparel and Textile Marketing from Kansas State University and did a quick stint in the retail world working for Talbots and Halls. Wife and mom are other titles that she’s balancing while building her brand and business. 79Roze Dress Shop has been featured in HERLIFE, Kansas City, Voyage ATL, Aymie and Fashion Gxd magazines as well as various local fashion shows.

ALEXIA KING ATELIER

Step into the world of Alexia King, where the boundaries between fashion and art blur.

A graduate of Kansas State University with a Bachelor's degree in fashion design and an innate flair for creativity & innovation. Alexia's journey began as the former Photo Editor of Manhappenin' Magazine, where she honed her ability to conceptualize and execute compelling visual narratives. Her unique perspective and multifaceted talents serve as catalysts for her ongoing evolution within the creative landscape.

Over five seasons, she has been an integral part of the Kansas City Fashion Week community, exploring the nuances of the industry from both media and ambassadorial perspectives. Last season marked her much-anticipated debut as a designer, where she captivated audiences with her dazzling designs and keen attention to detail. Follow her journey on Instagram @fashionbyalexia.

AMY KIRKWOOD

Amy Kirkwood is a proud Kansas City native and current fashion design student at Johnson County Community College. Having initially discovered her love for sewing as a hobbyist, Amy's fashion journey started with a profound realization of her passion for creating garments. Leaving behind the familiarity of her career in the mortgage industry, Amy became determined to immerse herself into the fashion world, aspiring to turn her passion into a fulfilling livelihood.
For Amy, fashion isn't just about aesthetics; it's about evoking joy and connection in the wearer. Her signature style blends classic silhouettes with an edgy sophistication, aimed at creating garments that resonate with the wearer.

As she prepares for the debut of her brand at the prestigious Kansas City Fashion Week runway show, Amy remains dedicated in her belief that every day should be spent pursuing what we love most.

APRIL SPRING POWELL

April’s fashion interests started as a small child when she would watch her mother sew dresses and costumes for her and her siblings, many of them designed by April herself.

April does not keep to any one aesthetic as she believes everyone should dress according to how they feel or want to feel every day. Sometimes that could mean a color is the inspiration for the look, sometimes the silhouette, or the color of the sky and the mood it inspires. April has derived many of her style and design inspirations from very diverse places she has lived such as Hawaii, Italy, Texas and California.

April has a BFA from BYU-Hawaii and an online Fashion Design Certificate from Style Design College. She has experience in costume design as the head designer for the BYUH Culture Night Latino Club Aztec Dance Performance. She has organically designed and created many articles of clothing through the course of her child, teen and adult years. Most of her creations were done so out of curiosity, need or inspiration. The past decade has been mostly focused on designing and creating for her two daughters and their imaginations. She has designed and created two wedding dresses, one of them being the one she wore to her own wedding and the other was a challenge she posed on herself one sleepless night. The challenge was to only use what materials she already had in her studio to make a wedding dress. She took down her curtains and made a wedding dress in approximately 5 hours.

April is interested in participating in KCFW as a new phase of her creativity. Last year she stepped out of her full time mom role to create a collection of ‘Found Material’ outfits that was exhibited at the Vulpes Bastille in September. This sparked a need to spend more time honing her creativity. With her children needing her less and less she is in constant search of new challenges and opportunities to surround herself with like minded, creative individuals.

April Spring Powell is a brand that represents a constant change in mood, ideas and stages in life. It is a brand that is as human as the designer. It represents any and every person at any given moment in life. April's creations are inspired by the various phases in life, her designs inspired by her children also represent herself as a child. The same goes for her adolescent years and those she has lived as a wife, and a mother. It represents the many people, cultures and places she has derived inspiration from which is never ending.

April has previously participated in TRASHion Fashion (2018) and REUse Runway (2021) competitions in the Denton,Texas RedBud Festivals. She created several original prints, patterns and designs for each. She has experience in costume design as the head designer for the BYUH Culture Night Latino Club Aztec Dance Performance (2009). April recently has had an extension her latest collection, “Snack Pack Apparel” exhibited at the Vulpes Bastille. Currently, April will have three of the “Snack Pack Apparel” pieces displayed at MICAfest 2024 in Northhampton, Ma.

ARCHITEXTURE

Architexture Collaboration is for the Strong.Smart.Modern consumer.

Architexture Collaboration offers modern, minimalist formal styles that can be selected and combined to meet each person’s style. The Collaboration is the shared experience between the designer and the wearer; Architexture provides beautifully designed items, and the buyer selects their styles and makes them their own.

Architexture focuses on the unexpected in fabrications, textures, while pairing formal satin fabrics with outerwear fabrics and styles. Inclusive sizing is used and each style is as unique as the intended wearer.

BECKY’S STITCH-N-GO

Becky Fender is from Baldwin City, KS and her passion has always been crocheting. She’s been crocheting since she was 8, but got into crocheting clothing within the last 10 years. Becky tends to lean towards boho style and hosting a fashion show in her hometown last year inspired her to participate in more shows.

BEYOND EGREIS

From the genesis of Beyond Egreis, Egreis Gjergjani envisioned a brand that stood for more than just clothing. It was about creating a movement, a wave that would push beyond the traditional confines of fashion, and welcome a future where garments are a statement of one’s commitment to excellence.

BE is not just an acronym for our brand; it's a stance, a way of life, and a commitment to pushing beyond boundaries. Our ready-to-wear collections are designed for the discerning, the achievers, the dreamers — those who carry within them the spirit of BE.

Our inception was a promise, a promise to deliver ready-to-wear that redefines the norms, that stands as a testament to premium quality, and that carries within every thread a narrative of exceptional craftsmanship.

BRIANNA LANEE

Brianna is a self taught fashion designer from St. Louis. She loves creating beautiful pieces that captivate peoples attention and minds. She wants to participate in KCFW so that she can showcase her designs to more people. Brianna Lanee brand is about timeless, alluring, and detailed pieces that tell a story.

CHERISH THE FURS

LaWona Potts was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. Her brand “Cherish the Furs” is her vision to bring the Luxury Fur Experience to the community she came from. The name stems from her belief that buying your first or even your fifth fur should always be an experience that you cherish. Pushing the envelope in style and creativity has made her quite the Kansas City Fashion Icon.

As a long-time fur collector and shameless shopaholic, she is no stranger to fashion week. Showing her custom fur designs in Kansas City Fashion week will be the icing on the cake for her first year in the furrier business. The most recent press about Cherish the Furs can be seen on Fox 4 Great Day KC.

HANNAH CAROLINE COUTURE

Hannah Caroline Couture is a customizable, bespoke bridal brand by Omaha-based designer Hannah Nodskov. With a passion for size inclusivity and individual expression, Hannah's designs feature unique, non-traditional colors, textures, fabrics, and other design elements to help brides show up as their authentic selves on their wedding day. Hannah's work has been worn on the red carpet of the 2021 Emmy's, featured in the New York Times, and showcased on runways in NYC, Atlanta, Portland, KC, and Omaha.

HUNTER WELLS

Hunter is a emerging designer who is know for her previous work in her college's fashion gala. She grew up in Burlington IA and had 9 brothers and sisters. Growing up she was reworked hand me down clothing and making them her own. This pushed Hunter's innovation and started her love for creating. She now aspires to start her own brand that showcases her years of dedication and hardwork.

JOHNSONANDSCOTT

Johnsonandscott was first conceptualized by two best friends, as a high school project, and our dream. With years of planning, we have created our own Unisex clothing brand, based out of Columbia, Missouri. Our pieces are hand-picked, and meticulously tested for quality before production. Our mission is to bring the world together through expression and cultivate a community that grows off of each other’s strengths. The way we do this is by working with the abundance of local talent around us. From charities and businesses to local artists, we strive to shine a light on these entities by solidifying our work together on clothing that is high-quality and made to last.

Trey, the creative director and designer for Johnsonandscott has been making designs with graphics since he was 14. He now studies fashion in pursuit of his Textile and Apparel Management degree at the University of Missouri. He loves streetwear fashion and all the different stories there is to be told through pieces of clothing. Trey is interested in bringing his designs to KCFW because of the love and support he has received in Kansas City.

JOSHUAJCHRIS

Joshua Christensen is now based in Kansas City after years of living and working in Los Angeles and Detroit. He was a contestant on Project Runway Season 9 and has worked for world-wide labels including Guess inc. Featured are designs from all the different collections and projects Joshua has created and featured in fashion weeks and editorials around the world.

Joshua studied fashion design at FIDM in Los Angeles, CA and after graduation was selected as a contestant for the TV show Project Runway. After the show Joshua became a menswear designer at Guess Inc. After a time there he decided to grow his own line of clothing under his name. These collections, season after season, have been featured at fashion weeks around the world. As part of a journey to discover what design can do, Joshua Christensen designs clothing for both men and women, including concept designs, evening-wear, swimwear, athletic apparel, etc.

K MADE IT

Prepare to be enchanted by the talent of Kenya Martin, a rising star in the world of fashion, as her collection graces the runway this Fall/Winter 2024 season.

Kenya Martin is swiftly etching her mark with a deep-seated passion for design cultivated since she launched her brand "K Made It" on July 28, 2023. Her journey to designing remarkable, forward-thinking attire that empowers both clients and models is nothing short of inspirational.

As an apprentice at the Sewing Lab, Kenya has meticulously refined her skills and nurtured her distinct sense of style. Kenya graduated from the Sewing Lab July 2023, her achievements under the mentorship of Ms. Cali Roberts have already left a significant imprint.

Kenya's commitment extends beyond the Sewing Lab to The Academy of Patternmaking and Draping, where she learns from the esteemed Ms. Pamela Renee Lucas.

What distinguishes Kenya is her remarkable transition from a 30-year modeling career to a fashion designer. She transformed disappointment into determination, channeling her experiences as fuel to establish her own brand.

Kenya's mission is to instill confidence and beauty in her clients and models, particularly during challenging times. Her former modeling background provides a profound understanding of runway confidence.

Anticipate vibrant, expressive designs from Kenya, infused with a unique flair that sets her apart. Her unwavering dedication to quality ensures each garment is a masterpiece.

With her passion, talent, and resolve, Kenya Martin is on the brink of becoming one of fashion's most captivating voices. She embodies the belief that with diligence, determination, and a dash of creativity, anything is achievable. Remember, if "K Made It", so can you!

Kenya is also a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated.

KHAMMANY

Khammany Phommachanh is a 2024 graduate of Massachusetts College of Art and Design. While at MassArt, she was able to develop her interests in pattern engineering and color theory as she explored the fashion design world. In addition to creating garments, Khammany co-founded DON Magazine, a fashion magazine, at MassArt to provide a platform for fashion loving people. KHAMMANY is a fashion brand that embodies colorful creativity, fairy-tale imagination and craftsmanship. In October 2023, at Boston Caribbean Fashion Week's Avant Garde Design Competition, she won the People's Choice Award and Overall Winner Award.

KIKILU HOUSE OF STYLE

Kimberly Anderson knew she was destined to design when she invited her friends to play “Kim’s Closet” as a child. After studying Fashion Merchandising and getting her MBA the 9-5 never fit her Entrepreneurial spirit. She took her appetite for adventure as a stylist on the road appearing on lifestyle programs across America showcasing style solutions for everyday women and men. After years on the road and as she saw her clients growing older – she knew she had to design clothes for this niche of women who were frustrated with their current style options. 

Kimberly trademarked Never Let Age Define Your Style ® - because it encapsulates everything about her styling techniques, philosophies and the mission behind her clothing brand Kikilu House of Style. She is here to remind you to wear what you love and that you are never too old to rock great style.

Kimberly is unapologetic in her commitment to American Manufacturing. 

Her designs are 100% made in America. 

LAUREN BANDER

Always knowing that she wanted to be involved in the art industry somehow, it began with Lauren wanting to draw and paint; other than the cross stitching that her grandma had taught her, sewing and fashion didn't cross her mind until later. Eventually Lauren traded in her pencils and paints for needles and fabric. She found a new medium that she loved working with and knew from there what she wanted to do. She studied Fashion Design/Merchandising at Dominican University and got the amazing opportunity to study in Paris at the Paris American Academy (PAA) under some of the industry's top professionals.

Though she loves fashion and knew she wanted to be in the art industry somehow, she has 3 passions in life: art/fashion, animals, and mental health advocacy. She decided she didn’t want to have to choose between the three because they were all equally as important to her, so she wanted to find a way to combine them. So she began her own fashion line creating bold and confident yet whimsical and ethereal designs. Her designs are described as ethereal with a twist of couture.

Then using her fashion line to support her other passions: animal rescue and mental health advocacy. The first way she does this is by donating a portion of her sales proceeds to either an animal rescue or a non profit for mental health. She has and would love to continue partnering with an animal rescue and work more closely with them to help find homes for the animals in their care.

She also advocates for mental health by telling stories with each new collection that she creates. Each new collection tells a story and is a story about mental health, usually something she herself has gone through or is currently going through. It’s a way to show that something beautiful can come from even the darkest and ugliest times. She wants to find a way to help normalize the conversation and break the stigma that surrounds the topic of mental health. She is also trying to create a community. She is trying to use her Instagram as a place to build a community for people to go so that yes of course they can see her designs but also it’s a place you can see beautiful art, stories and inspirational quotes. She wants it to become a place in which people feel comfortable coming to feel inspired even in their darkest moments, a place they can come and feel supported, a place that conversations can be had without judgement. If she can inspire just one person to keep going when they feel down, to keep chasing that “impossible” dream, she will have succeeded.

LOOKETTE

Lindsey Dobson is a passionate fashion student at the University of Central Missouri. She is fueled by creativity and a love for design. This semester truly ignited her passion as she embarked on creating her debut collection, titled "Sustainable Stitch" under her brand, Lookette.

ELIZABETH LUNA

Elizabeth Luna's interest in Fashion Design began at a very young age. Throughout Luna's years of adolescence, she explored the world of fashion by making garments out of found objects such as paper towels, cardboard, and tape and made jewelry with any objects she could lay her hands on. Her professional study of fashion design began during her sophomore year of high school when she initially studied natural dyes. This practice continues to the current day as she further investigates unconventional ways of addressing materials. Luna is interested in participating in Kansas City Fashion Week as it would allow for the immersion of her and the Kansas City artist community. Luna hopes to utilize this opportunity of exposure to Midwest artists by learning more about the capabilities of Midwest agriculture's immersion in art. Luna's brand, Luna-Eliza, is an expansion of her interdisciplinary artistic practice, which explores the process of emotional distress or change and the self-discovery of the human's inner solace.

MB DESIGN STUDIO

Michele is local Kansas City Designer, She is the owner of MB Design Studio a full service design company that houses interior, fashion and event design under one umbrella. Michele's love for fashion and design began early in life, she learned to sew from her grandmother as a child and further developed that skill in high school. MB Design brand has a classic looks with a modern twist. Michele desires to inspire people through her designs to feel beautiful and become there best self inside and out. Michele debuted MB Design's first fashion line in Kansas City Fashion Weeks Fall/Winter 2023 show and is looking forward to showcase her new looks this fall.

MORE LASHAY’S

Ever since attending Lees Summit High School. Lashay had a passion for fashion. After graduating, she set her sights on being an entrepreneur in the fashion world. Lashay has traveled to more than 10 states over 8 cities to put the world on notice.

Morelashays Was Created To Specialize In Chronic Illnesses To Help Women Feel Beautiful In Their Skin & Clothing. Lashay Is One Of Those Women. Everyday Of Lashay’s Life Is A “STRUGGLE”. We Don’t Always Look Like What We Are Going Thru. Not Only Is More Lashays About Business! Morelashays Is Also About Self Love... So Love Yourself Enough By Changing Your Confidence & Self-Esteem One Outfit At A Time) The Strong Has Stepped In!!

NICOLE MOAN

Nicole is environmentally conscious artist, repurposing materials and powering her studio with solar energy. Active, exhibiting artist as well as board and committee work, as well as teaching art to inner city kids. She seeks to show the world, through art, how we are all connected and have a unique beauty.

Nicole Moan has 25+ years’ experience creating art, including wearable ceramic corsets, custom tile,
3-dimensional wall sculptures incorporating mixed media, innovative up-cycled display, and applications. She is a specialist in wearable art in the form of ceramics and fabric. She has used her education in mechanics and welding to generate a unique creation process for both her art and in the mentoring of young artists and contemporaries.

REIGHN BOLT DESIGNS

Reighn Bolt is a senior attending Park Hill South High School. They hope to attend KC Art Institute to further their education in art. They have experience in many creative avenues including: painting, fibers, photography, and much more! Reighn's designs combine sustainability and various fashion elements for every-day occasion.

SARA CRAMER JEWELRY

Sara Cramer fell in love with square glass beads after graduating from the Kansas City Art Institute in 2010. Each bead is sewn one at a time, a fiber process known as bead-weaving. Sara puts a modern twist on a traditional fiber process and finds beading therapeutic because of how the square beads stack, the tactile feel of how the glass is cool to the touch, and how it reflects light. Sara travels around the world collecting beads to create limited-edition jewelry and one-of-a-kind large-scale capelets. Sara has been featured as the cover story on HerLife Magazine, artworks featured on the cover of The Pitch Magazine, and creates burlesque outfits for celebrity clientele.

SARAH ELIZABETH

Sarah Elizabeth is a boundary-pushing fashion designer whose creative journey is deeply rooted in her passion for challenging established norms and redefining traditional concepts of style.

With a background shaped by diverse influences and a relentless drive for innovation, Sarah's designs reflect a unique fusion of Kpop and Asian streetwear aesthetics, notably characterized by elements of punk glam and layered streetwear.

SKR3AT

Brandon McKown is a 19 year old fashion designer out of Wichita, Kansas. Every clothing piece are 1 of 1 and made from re used materials. Each piece is hand sewn and designed by him. He currently has 9 pieces which he titles “SKR3AT #1,2,3 etc”. You can find out more about Brandon McKown on the SKR3AT instagram page.

SUPERNATURAL SUPERSTAR

A Kansas City native, McClellan 'Mac' Cross channels the eclectic spirit of his upbringing and diverse interests into his bleeding-edge fashion creations. Raised by artistic parents who ran galleries in the vibrant Crossroads district and with regular visits to the esteemed Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, where his father worked, Cross developed a deep appreciation for creativity and expression from a young age.

Inspired by his immersion in the dynamic subcultures of skateboarding, surfing, and snowboarding, as well as the contemporary art scene in Kansas City, Cross infuses his designs with a fusion of streetwear edge and avant-garde flair. His vision as a designer has been heavily influenced by the designs of Halston and deep, introspective visions of Alexander McQueen. Mac's aesthetic is further enriched by his involvement in the festival and EDM community, where he draws from the bold shapes, textures, and expressive styles that define these vibrant scenes.

In addition to his passion for creativity, Cross has succeeded in his passion for baseball. Now in his last collegiate season at Rockhurst University, Cross brings the same level of dedication, tenacity, and innovation to his creative pursuits as he does on the field. His experiences in baseball have instilled in him invaluable lessons in commitment, resilience, and teamwork, which continue to shape his approach to design and life.

While pursuing a degree in Civil Engineering, Cross discovered a new true passion in fashion. Leveraging his analytical skills, he found innovative ways to merge his engineering background with his creative pursuits. With a keen eye for detail and a relentless pursuit of innovation, he honed his craft to create garments that are both technically precise and creatively daring.

Cross is thrilled to participate in Kansas City Fashion Week, seeing it as an opportunity to showcase his unique vision for the first time on a local platform that holds deep personal significance. His brand embodies the spirit of Kansas City's artistic community, blending urban grit with refined craftsmanship to create fashion that transcends boundaries and sparks conversation.

For Mac, participating in Kansas City Fashion Week is more than just a showcase of his designs; it's a homecoming, a celebration of his roots and the community that has shaped him. He is eager to share his journey of creativity, resilience, and self-discovery with his fellow Kansas Citians, while also inspiring the next generation of local talent to pursue their passions fearlessly.

Beneath Cross's brand is a deeply personal story of loss and resilience. Having lost his father to cancer, he channels his grief and trauma into his creative process, infusing his designs with a sense of emotional depth and introspection. Through his art, Cross strives to inspire others to find strength in adversity, reminding us all of the transformative power of fashion as a means of self-expression and healing.

At the core of SUPERNATURAL SUPERSTAR is a commitment to authenticity and self-expression, empowering individuals to embrace their unique identities and celebrate their personal style. Through his designs, he seeks to challenge conventions, inspire creativity and growth, and redefine the boundaries of fashion, while staying true to his roots and the diverse influences that have shaped his journey.

SYNERGISTIC STYLE

Kirsten Harwick is a versatile artist, propelled by her passion for crafting beauty in diverse forms. With a rich background spanning decades as a businesswoman, boutique owner, and Feng Shui consultant, Kirsten's journey took an unexpected turn when she ventured into sculpture, metal smithing, and eventually fashion design. Here, she delved into the fusion of sculpture and textiles to craft installations that sparked contemplation and dialogue. Kirsten's passion for creating clothing flourished as she recognized the potential to blend her artistic vision with apparel, further igniting her fervor for self-expression and avant-garde fashion.

Born and raised in the heartland of Kansas, Kirsten's unconventional upbringing shaped her into the multifaceted individual she is today. As a barefoot, wild-haired child, her creativity knew no bounds. At the age of five, she boldly crafted a dress from green trash bags and duct tape, proudly parading her creation around the neighborhood, igniting a lifelong passion for exploratory fashion.

Today, Kirsten's journey in fashion and textiles continues to evolve, driven by her unwavering determination and refined craftsmanship. Committed to her vision of Synergistic Style—a brand that harmonizes heartfelt intention with artistic expression—she celebrates uniqueness through curated styles that embrace creativity and individuality.

TAETUM SINCLAIR

Taetum Sinclair is a student designer from Pretoria, South Africa who is studying Fashion Design and Agricultural Science. She is on track to graduate from Mississippi State University (MSU) in the Spring of 2028 at which point she intends to begin a sustainable silk business to create pieces from fiber to finished garment.
Taetum has served as a student worker in the theatre department at MSU doing costume design and has been given the title of creative designer for the Spring show, Medea, in 2025.

She began sketching at the age of 4 before she learned to sew at 9 and has continuously been inspired by nature and the loose, flowing movements within it. Taetum intends for her brand to be a point of refuge in the lives of her customers; a place for them to retreat to on the days when life is heavy, for it to be the lighthearted reminder that there is beauty in the mundane.

THE ACADEMY OF PATTERNMAKING AND DRAPING

The Academy of Patternmaking and Draping gives the fashion enthusiast an opportunity to learn Fashion Industry methods and techniques for patternmaking and Draping. The academy was founded by Pamela Lucas, an alum of the esteemed Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City. Pamela is the Fashion Designer and Educator of the House of Pamela Renee. Pamela is an excellent instructor and encourages her students to excel as far as they can in this industry.

TIVONA COUTURE

Designer Suzanne Wanja Gunn has loved fashion since she was a little girl watching tailors in the village produce and print colorful fabrics and also make beautiful clothing in the little market shacks in the village. After her move to the United States and is married to a family of many cultures and races, she saw the need to create a modern clothing line that would embrace her African roots and the culture of her new Country and meshed family. She is self-taught and also a current student of the Amazing Pamela Lucas Fashion Institute.

After years of wearing modern African clothing, Tivona Couture became a reality 2 years ago. Tivona Couture is culturally inclusive clothing structured with arrays of fabrics mixed with bold African prints. The looks are mixed with Ankara fabrics and can be worn by any race to embolden and create a unifying front on cultural representation. Our new upcoming generation is of all mixed cultures and there is a curiosity to find their identity in the clothing that is representative of who they are or want to become. The clothes are beautifully crafted and can be worn daily to the office, to high-end special occasions as well as relaxed atmospheres. Our accessories made from upcycled materials are unique pieces that stand out in any crowd and provide jobs to many talented African artisans
She hopes to participate in KCFW and create a new future where everyone can wear Tivona Couture. She wants everyone to create a day they want to feel emboldened and come in to try on beautiful clothes that will be sure to make you feel great and beautiful

WIKI WANG

Wiki Wang is a popular emerging fashion designer known for her elegant and eclectic designs.

Wiki focuses on designing clothes for the modern woman. Her innovative looks and styles are effortlessly flattering. Her minimal, clean modern silhouettes that have a refined elegance help women feel more confident in communicating their identity and their personality. Wiki's motto is "I only design clothes that I would want to wear."

Wiki's favorite materials are a mix of soft comfortable fabrics that women love to wear. Each of her looks combines the grace of texture and fluidity.

All Wiki Wang Fashion Apparel is designed and Made in the USA.

YOUR NEIGHBOR STUDIO

Mandi Gillaspie is not just a fashion designer; she's an idealist on a mission to inspire the next generation of designers. As a student herself and a dedicated fashion and interior design teacher, Mandi is committed to nurturing creativity and empowering her students and community to explore their artistic potential. She believes in fostering an environment where connection flourishes and dreams take flight. Drawing from her own journey, Amanda strives to instill in her students the importance of embracing their roots while daring to dream big.

Before pursuing her passion for teaching, Amanda honed her skills in alterations, production sewing, and even the art of honky-tonking, gaining invaluable experience that would shape her unique approach to fashion. It's this blend of practical know-how and adventurous spirit that sets Amanda apart in the fashion world.

Beyond her role as an educator, Amanda runs Your Neighbor Studio, where she makes sure everyone knows they have a place at her crowded table. Mending loved garments, rehoming vintage gems and sewing custom clothing, Your Neighbor’s studio aims to make sure your clothes feel like home.

With a heart as big as Texas and a vision as vast as the open prairie, Mandi Gillaspie, she's a force of inspiration, dedicated to shaping the future of fashion, one student at a time. For inquiries, collaborations, or to learn more about Mandi's work, please visit contact yourneighborsstudio@gmail.com.

ZEMFIRA

Zemfira Cholponbaeva studied fashion design at Massachusetts College of Art and Design. She started sewing when she was 8 and knew that one day she wants to become a designer. It was her dream to be part of the fashion shows one day.