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From Lichen to the Loom: Textile Design Seniors Debut Collections

Runway and Design Shows

Daryn Wilkerson stands in front of a breezeway at the Wilson College of Textiles and smiles at the camera. She wears a red tshirt and a black sweatshirt with red letters spelling out "NC State" on it.

May 1, 2023

Daryn Wilkerson ’23 Launches Her Bridal Design Career at the Wilson College of Textiles

The fashion design graduate developed her skills, and found valuable mentorship, over the course of her time at NC State University. 
Alaina Withers stands in the courtyard of the Wilson College of Textiles with her "wolfs up."

May 1, 2023

Alaina Withers ’23 Specializes in Bringing Textile Design to the Runway

Studying abroad, interning in New York City and being surrounded by inspiring classmates shaped this textile design graduate’s college career. 
A model on a runway poses center-frame in a fully crocheted green and white striped dress.

Apr 28, 2023

African American Textile Society Celebrates a Legacy of Student Creativity with 25th Annual Fashion Exposé

Students from the Wilson College and nearby universities showcase their talent in the longest running runway show at NC State. 
Four models walk off the runway (backs to the camera) towards a projection that says "Son Jung Wan." On either side of the runway, audience members can be seen watching or taking photos with phones. The audience is in the glow of a warm orange light.

Apr 14, 2023

NC State Students Experience New York Fashion Week

Wilson College of Textiles students set up shows, sold their designs and more. 
Celine Borthayre (center) poses for a group photo with two models wearing her designs standing on either side of her. All five people stand in front of a NYFW step-and-repeat and smile at the camera.

Feb 27, 2023

Designer Celine Borthayre ’21 Makes Her NYFW Debut

Wilson College of Textiles alumna Celine Borthayre sent pieces from her senior collection down the runway at New York Fashion Week. 
Jasmine Van Blon stands in front of a black brick wall with "NYFW presented by afterpay" printed on the wall in white.

Feb 20, 2023

NC State Student Goes Behind the Scenes of New York Fashion Week

Wilson College of Textiles sophomore Jasmine VanBlon immersed herself in the fashion industry through the U of NYFW program. 
Three models on a raised black runway with a black curtain backdrop. All three wear outfits that incorporate light blue, orange and black in some way. Audience members sit on either side of the stage and take photos with their phones.

Dec 20, 2022

Students Explore Inclusive Design, New Technology with Threads Senior Collection

Nine student-designed collections made their debut on the runway after a semester of creative expression and hands-on learning. 
Photo of Ankitha Gurram in front of a black brick mural painted with the NYFW logo in white. Gurram wears an off-white suit.

Sep 19, 2022

Wilson College Student Experiences New York Fashion Week Firsthand

Ankitha Gurram gained exclusive access to the event, and fashion industry executives, through the U of NYFW program. 
Models wearing student designs

Sep 16, 2022

See How Seniors Capped Off a Fashion Design Education

Senior fashion design students send at least half-a-dozen looks down the runway for the FTD Emerging Designers Showcase. 
Patrons visit showcases at the FTD Emerging Designers Showcase in Talley Student Union

Sep 13, 2022

From Lichen to the Loom: Textile Design Seniors Debut Collections

Textile design collections displayed during the FTD Emerging Designers Showcase represent four years of education and a semester's worth of work for students.