Features

Too often when I go to a local fashion show, I’m shown garbage. Lacking in talent, passion and an obvious need for education. This was not the case when I attended the East Valley Institute of Technology’s annual fashion show last week. I assessed the collections of the second year students. I was in good company as I sat next to Robert Black, Duc Liao, Joy Li and Jill Laine as well as other industry pros who acted as judges during the show. With a mind-blowing runway of about 130 feet and an audience of 680 zealous guests, the 15- to 18-year-old students showed incredible garments.

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