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Design student Chong Xiongs collection currently on display in the exhibit Breaking Silence: Design in a Changing World at the Nash Gallery on Tuesday, Feb. 9. She describes her collection as inspired by the colors and textiles of the Flower Hmong Tribe located in Northern Vietnam, and by her mother.

Students debut progressive fashion collections in new exhibit

by Megan Phillips, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
Published February 10, 2021
The featured collections from 12 UMN apparel design students focus on comfort, sustainability and the need for wearable technology.
Photo Courtesy of Sarah Olson

Students turn on their camera to share what they’ve been wearing to “Zoom U”

by Meg Bishop, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
Published November 30, 2020
A&E spoke to students about their stand-out “Zoom University” attire.
Heat of the week: Documentaries, Doe Boy and dope local threads

Heat of the week: Documentaries, Doe Boy and dope local threads

by Alex Strangman
Published November 16, 2020
Need some pop culture inspiration for your week? Keep your finger on the pulse of all things A&E with this week’s heat.
Winter style guide: local thrifters provide tips and tricks to combat the cold in style

Winter style guide: local thrifters provide tips and tricks to combat the cold in style

by Nina Raemont
Published November 10, 2020
Sustainable shopping is easier than ever, so why not try your hand at it this season?
Heat of the Week: films, fashion and a few laughs

Heat of the Week: films, fashion and a few laughs

by Meg Bishop, Arts and Entertainment Reporter
Published October 6, 2020
Need some pop culture inspiration for your week? Keep your finger on the pulse of all things A&E with this week’s heat.
From the wealth inequities that the pandemic has exacerbated to the heightened awareness of where our dollars go during such a difficult time, University of Minnesota students are giving up their unsustainable fashion habits.

Students are giving up (their unsustainable fashion habits)

by Nina Raemont
Published July 31, 2020
University of Minnesota students are realizing the flaws of their pre-pandemic fast fashion ways and moving toward sustainable consumption.
Apparel Designer Maggie Thompson assembles a mask in her apartment on Tuesday, April 21.  With each mask sold, Thompson donates two to individuals and partnering organizations.

One stitch at a time: Local clothing designers support community with masks

by Alex Strangman
Published April 23, 2020
Designers are helping to curb the spread of COVID-19 by switching production from garments to masks.
Courtesy of Jane Ahmann.

Plain Jain: local, affordable and eco-friendly fashion

by Norah Kleven
Published March 27, 2020
Carlson student Jane Ahmann thrifts, tailors and sells vintage clothes on Instagram.
Models showing Designer Ian Harris work walk the runway at the Amplified fashion show at Rapson Hall on Saturday, Feb. 15. The show features designs by University of Minnesota apparel design seniors.

Amplifying voices in fashion takes the stage at annual runway show

by Farrah Mina
Published February 17, 2020
The College of Design's 52nd annual fashion took place Saturday.
Printmaker Ethan Buck poses for a portrait inside his local, eco-friendly print shop, Yarborough, on Saturday, Jan. 25. Buck hopes that his store will inspire other young people to start their own businesses. 

Yarborough Print Shop: where clothing meets sustainability

by Ksenia Gorinshteyn
Published January 27, 2020
Ethan Buck uses ethically made materials to give back to charities and the planet.

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