FASHION: Design students ready to make their mark

From Page A1 quilt piecing, sewing with many fabrics, hand dyeing, embroidery, beading, creating new fabrics with stitching and layering scraps, applique, and crochet.

“My use of different techniques to create a variety in my work is something that many people do not tackle, and I believe that is something that is unique about my pieces. I also find sustainability a very important aspect of my creations, and I was able to create my collection only by purchasing one piece of new fabric,” Lee said.

Lee has been creating in textiles for many years, and so she says she brings a unique perspective that many of the younger students do not have, as well as a breadth of textile creation. “My passion for textiles incorporates all types of fibers and creation, and I like to use many techniques to create my pieces.

I also like to create in a variety of themes, many of which are not mainstream styles.”

Design major Deirdre Spillane-Jimenez wants to bring rich colors and hand-dyed textiles to this show and show how they can be “fully brought to life when in motion on the runway.” Based on the rich coral reefs of Natewa Bay, on the Eastern Peninsula of the Fijian Island of Vanua Levu, several garments have long trailing ribbons that imitate the movement of a Fijian bluespotted stingray, showing how one feels when float- ing over a coral reef.

Triangular forms throughout the collection reference the black-tipped reef shark, further highlighting the underrated beauty of several reef creatures. “This collection is unique because it combines an affection for the natural world with thoughtful design. I aim to always make clothing that is comfortable while not compromising on said aesthetics,” Spillane-Jimenez said.

Dang said that in 2022 the show moved outdoors to showcase the Department of Design spaces and “to truly become part of Picnic Day.”

“Hosting the show outdoors enables us to have more audience members and to allow some attendees to stand through the show for no fee,” she said.

Organizers are “proud to present an exhibition space where students can showcase their work that isn’t on the runway,” Dang said. Dang said people are welcome to come to visit to take a look at the behind the scenes of the designs.

The 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. shows are identical and last 1 hour and 45 minutes.

A part of this organization since 2020, Dang has worked behind the scenes for the show every year. She has cast models from various majors and years, helped pick and approve details such as decor, and hosted weekly meetings. This year, she mainly oversaw all the designers, models, and board members to ensure the show will run smoothly.

Each year the tickets to the show sell out, Dang said. The $10 tickets may be purchased in advance at the UC Davis Ticket Office, located on the north side of Aggie Stadium, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, by phone at 530752-2471 during the same hours, or online at design. ucdavis.edu.

In addition to the fashion show, the UC Davis Design Museum in Cruess Hall will be open from noon to 4 p.m. on Picnic Day for “From Concept to Creation: Inspired Shoe