SARAH FORSYTHE

BIO Sarah Forsythe is an apparel designer who values leading a passionate life. She explores her passion for apparel design by sharing it with others. Her goal is to solve real world problems through creativity and design. During her education at the University of Minnesota, Sarah volunteered with Dress for Success-Twin Cities and Project Diva and interned with local apparel companies such as Northern Attire and Coolibar. Sarah also spent the most recent summer interning in New York City for two major apparel companies, Nine West and Jockey. She has a unique focus in women’s swim, resort, active, and ready-to-wear. After graduation, Sarah plans to pursue a career as a creative designer in New York City.

collection Sarah’s senior collection, Dalliance, defined as “a brief affair”, references her love affair with living in New York City for a short three months. Dalliance is a luxurious resort wear collection where the thriving energy of New York City meets the luxury of a tropical resort. Meant to be worn on a beach vacation, this 5-look collection combines affluence with leisure. The wearer is someone who enjoys looking her best on vacation while lounging at a resort or on a cruise ship. The collection is meant to transport the wearer to a place where they can truly relax, take a break from their busy lifestyles, and enjoy the beauty surrounding them.

CONTACT forsy088@umn.edu behance.net/sarahforsythe collection Embark is a children’s wear collection that reflects Mia’s vision of leading the fashion industry in a different direction. If we are to bring something into this earth, we must make sure it does not harm it. Embark is constructed using the zero waste pattern-making technique, allowing her to construct the entire collection without producing any waste. The 100% organic cotton fabrics were naturally hand-dyed with indigo and dark walnut. Her inspiration for the designs comes from the heights of the mountains and the quiet of the forest. She wants to capture the raw optimism and hope that comes from a child’s point of view. Anything is possible.

BIO Growing up with a multicultural background, Mia Kuroki has seen the world from a unique perspective starting at a young age. She is a strong believer that less is more and this is reflected through her lifestyle and designs. Mia has an appreciation for the dynamic world of fashion while also being an activist concerned with social justice issues throughout the industry. Many people are unaware of the negative impact that the industry has on this earth and its people. Her goal is to spread awareness and make meaningful change. Mia gained experience as an intern and employee at Tumblewalla, a local organic children’s wear company, at Gymboree and as a nanny for a pair of energetic twins. She has also worked with preteens to develop their sewing, design, and engineering skills. These experiences have strengthened her creative and technical design skills.