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Fashion Design Seniors’ Capstone Collections Mark the Beginning of Outstanding Careers

Runway and Design Shows

A wide view of models walkings on a runway bathed in purple and white light. The walkway is in the shape of an X and audience is packed into the space looking up at the models, who wear draped outfits with hardware features.

May 6, 2026

NC State Student Presents Collection in Scotland DONT WALK Charity Show

Undergraduate student Sarah Grace Simas traveled to Scotland to show her designs at the DONT WALK 2026 Charity Fashion Show.

A student stitches a garment with portions of the garment pinned onto a dressmaker's dummy beside her.

Apr 16, 2026

NC State Is a Fashion School

We’re bringing together our signature fashion-centered events for Fashion Week. Check out the lineup of showcases, runway shows, clothing swaps and more, and find out how you can shape your future in fashion.
Yvy Nguyen adjusts model casting images in a room filled with dresses

Mar 19, 2026

Wilson Students Participate in Fashion Weeks Around the World

Read about the experiences and takeaways of five students who worked on the professional, fast-paced shows of prestigious designers in New York City, Milan and London.
Kiana Bonollo at her desk

Feb 17, 2026

Kiana Bonollo ’21 Receives the 2026 Distinguished Young Alumni Award

In recognition of her outstanding achievements, service and alignment with the college’s core values, Kiana Bonollo, a fashion design content creator and sewing educator, was honored with the Wilson College of Textiles’ 2026 Distinguished Young Alumni Award.
A model with dark hair in a bun, wearing a gold crown and a bright red outfit with an ornate gold embroidered vest, stands against a white background, looking over their shoulder.

Jan 9, 2026

Experience the Threads: Senior Collection Showcase 2025

Senior Studio students show off their one-of-a-kind collections after a semester of hard work and dedication.
A student works on a red rug with twirling pink lines with a tufting gun.

Nov 18, 2025

Beautiful, Functional Pieces and Fine Art Coexist in Capstone Collections

Seniors in NC State’s textile design program spend the semester developing unique, professional-caliber collections in the Wilson College of Textiles’ labs and studios.
Four models in outfits of various styles stand against a white background. “Spring 2025 Student Portfolio” is displayed in bold text over a red stripe near the bottom of the image.

Nov 17, 2025

Spring 2025 Student Portfolio Launches

Explore what students from each of the Wilson College of Textiles' studio-based undergraduate programs created last semester.
Adaline Griffin poses with five models wearing pieces from her collection.

Oct 22, 2025

Wilson College of Textiles Students Take a Bite out of the Big Apple

These creative students kicked off September by traveling to the land of style for the opportunity to participate in and observe New York Fashion Week.

Humairaa Zafiruddin wears a red NC State jersey and a red and white hijab. She stands on a New York City sidewalk, holding up her hand in a wolf sign. She wears sunglasses on her head and several bracelets. The background shows cars and pedestrians.

Oct 9, 2025

This Wilson College Student Got the Ultimate Backstage Experience

Thanks to the U of NYFW program, Humairaa Zafiruddin had the opportunity to attend New York Fashion Week, showcase her own designs and develop her personal brand. 
A model walks on a runway wearing a textured white outfit with fringe details and a hood. The garment features layered patterns and the model wears a statement necklace. The audience is visible in the dimly lit background.

Aug 26, 2025

Fashion Design Seniors’ Capstone Collections Mark the Beginning of Outstanding Careers

This year’s Emerging Designers’ collections were all about shape and movement: Billowing dresses, embellished bodices and tailored trousers dominated the runway as these designers made their artistic debut.