Future of fashion design wows crowd at Senior Show
Alysson Cwyk
Issue date: 5/30/08 Section: Arts & Entertainment
Aside from the overbearing Yeah Yeah Yeah's song playing in the background, Renee Jampol's set of four sportswear pieces proved to be a stunning presentation of work "inspired by urban landscapes." Filled with knitted garments and a green, grey, and black color scheme, the pieces all connected tremendously well.
Another collection that worked exceptionally well together was Leigh Anne Good's 1960s inspired set. The matching multi-colored print used throughout the five fashions kept a subtle, yet exciting design present. Good's collection tied with Vanessa Sanchez's pieces for the Nicole Miller Award. Sanchez's black leather corset was a favorite for me and I am sure others enjoyed it as well, judging by all the "oohs" and "ahhs" from rows behind me.
Several intricate pieces of clothing were shown throughout the night including delicate beadwork, hand-died, and specialty silk-screened garments.
The most intricate of designs came from the five graduate students presenting in the fashion show. Terms like elegant, sophisticated and striking don't even compare to how amazing all of these works were. Jeong's mix between Parisian old and new exemplified a deep display of history in long jackets, leather tops, and military attire. Black facemasks were adorned by all eight of his models, aiding to the dark vibe of the collection.
The final works came from Denise Lacen, who used Mortal Kombat as her primary motivator to her five pieces. Starting off with a simple black-pleather cat suit, the collection became more intricate as the models appeared on the walkway. The finale of the night came when Lacen's red and black striped gown with studs took center stage. It was the epitome of the strong and sexual "femme fatale," the look that Lacen said she was attempting to show through her pieces. This intense garment took home Best of Show, the Frank Agostino Award for Excellence in Design, Construction & Workmanship, as well as the David's Bridal Award for Best Evening Wear.
Drexel prides itself on University-wide excellence, and the fashions displayed at the 2008 fashion show are surely an accurate portrayal of the hard work and dedication Drexel students have for their studies. Look out for these designers on catwalks across the globe, because these pioneering ideas are the fashions of the future.
Another collection that worked exceptionally well together was Leigh Anne Good's 1960s inspired set. The matching multi-colored print used throughout the five fashions kept a subtle, yet exciting design present. Good's collection tied with Vanessa Sanchez's pieces for the Nicole Miller Award. Sanchez's black leather corset was a favorite for me and I am sure others enjoyed it as well, judging by all the "oohs" and "ahhs" from rows behind me.
Several intricate pieces of clothing were shown throughout the night including delicate beadwork, hand-died, and specialty silk-screened garments.
The most intricate of designs came from the five graduate students presenting in the fashion show. Terms like elegant, sophisticated and striking don't even compare to how amazing all of these works were. Jeong's mix between Parisian old and new exemplified a deep display of history in long jackets, leather tops, and military attire. Black facemasks were adorned by all eight of his models, aiding to the dark vibe of the collection.
The final works came from Denise Lacen, who used Mortal Kombat as her primary motivator to her five pieces. Starting off with a simple black-pleather cat suit, the collection became more intricate as the models appeared on the walkway. The finale of the night came when Lacen's red and black striped gown with studs took center stage. It was the epitome of the strong and sexual "femme fatale," the look that Lacen said she was attempting to show through her pieces. This intense garment took home Best of Show, the Frank Agostino Award for Excellence in Design, Construction & Workmanship, as well as the David's Bridal Award for Best Evening Wear.
Drexel prides itself on University-wide excellence, and the fashions displayed at the 2008 fashion show are surely an accurate portrayal of the hard work and dedication Drexel students have for their studies. Look out for these designers on catwalks across the globe, because these pioneering ideas are the fashions of the future.
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Faye DiLeo
posted 6/01/08 @ 10:21 AM EST
Loved your article about the Fashion Show. I know the students work hard and have many sleepness nights perfecting their senior and graduate collections. (Continued…)
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