The Future of Fashion
Young designers, artists, and stylists are dressing the Queen City in their finest couture.
By Emma Balcom, Brianna Connock, John Fox, Claire Lefton, Aiesha D. Little
Photographs by Claudia Hershner
Edited by Claire Lefton
ASHA AMA
Asha Ama Bias-Daniels lives life the same way she designs—boldly.
Eliana Batsakis
From the West Side to Netflix, Eliana Batsakis’s designs have been seen, worn, and celebrated worldwide.
Am.A-lineCollections
Ayana Ames’s collections bring a modern transitional perspective to traditional custom tailoring.
CAMPAIGN
Self-taught designer Caleb Knight is putting his own personal spin on streetwear.
JasmineGierman
This designer and patternmaker takes inspiration from gothic and Victorian fashion to create whimsical visual textures.
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Ryan Gabbard is creating bold gender-neutral pieces inspired by liminal space.
Moon Angel LLC
Designer and DAAP student Anabella Mordino is creating a maximalist feminine fantasy with upcycled pieces.
STMT
Nick McVicker’s avant-garde drag-inspired pieces celebrate authenticity and expression.
Catch a Runway Show
If you want to see the latest work by local designers, here are some runway events to check out.
Career Trainingby Design
DAAP’s fashion design program led by Zachary Hoh is rigorous and competitive and takes five years. That’s why it’s one of the country’s best.
FAUC
In the Fashion Association at the University of Cincinnati, any student is welcome to share their love of the artform.
Sew Valley
This zero-waste nonprofit garment factory is helping small designers get their feel off the ground.
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