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Learning By Design

By Alexandra Romero, Contributing Writer | June 13, 2025

For over two centuries educating students in fashion design, Los Angeles Trade-Technical College, Otis College of Art and Design, and Woodbury University have celebrated their design students at graduation fashion shows, and this year was no exception. Drawing inspiration in a range of categories, this season’s offerings lit up the runway.

Otis Enters the Realm of the Kaleidoscope at Its Annual Fashion Show

Otis Enters the Realm of the Kaleidoscope at Its Annual Fashion Show

Otis College of Art and Design held its annual fashion show on May 10 in the campus commons in Los Angeles before an audience of over 4,000. The 2025 theme, “Kaleidoscope,” flaunted designs with sparkling patterns and vibrant colors intertwining with a variety of fabrics and their movement across the runway.

LATTC Celebrates 100 Years of Fashion at Gold Thimble Fashion Show

LATTC Celebrates 100 Years of Fashion at Gold Thimble Fashion Show

Los Angeles Trade-Technical College hosted its spring 2025 Gold Thimble Fashion Show on May 30, presented by the Design & Media Arts Pathway.

Woodbury Students Design to Their Own Voices

Woodbury Students Design to Their Own Voices

Woodbury University honored its talented fashion-design students with the “La Reverie”–themed runway show May 8 at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, Calif.

NYFW Powered By Art Hearts Fashion Showcases Emerging, Veteran Designers

NYFW Powered By Art Hearts Fashion Showcases Emerging, Veteran Designers

New York Fashion Week Powered by Art Hearts Fashion ran Feb. 6–9 at The Angel Orensanz Foundation with brands and designers such as Glaudi unveiling their latest works.

California Style Week by Fashion Week Haus Blends Design With Empowerment

California Style Week by Fashion Week Haus Blends Design With Empowerment

California Style Week, a Los Angeles event produced by Fashion Week Haus, was held in Manhattan Beach, Calif., inspired by the national and worldwide brands that were born in the South Bay region of Southern California. Included were a runway show, a jean-drive eco initiative and a silent auction benefiting The Cause Connection nonprofit.

Art Hearts Fashion Energizes Los Angeles Swim Week With Las Vegas News

Art Hearts Fashion Energizes Los Angeles Swim Week With Las Vegas News

If the recent successful streak of Art Hearts Fashion runway shows is any indication, the announcement at Los Angeles Swim Week that the fashion-event producer was launching Las Vegas Swim Week at the next Las Vegas Fashion Week is a safe bet.

Art Hearts Fashion Hosts 10 Days of Events Showcasing Over 30 Designers

Art Hearts Fashion Hosts 10 Days of Events Showcasing Over 30 Designers

Art comes from the heart, and inspiring and innovative design comes from Art Hearts Fashion.

Fashion Students Look to L.A. Cityscapes and Fashion Veterans for Inspiration

Fashion Students Look to L.A. Cityscapes and Fashion Veterans for Inspiration

ASU FIDM, Los Angeles Trade-Technical College, Otis College of Art and Design, and Woodbury University recently showcased their graduating design students’ work, which blended the visions of these emerging designers with inspiration from fashion’s most influential artists.

L.A. Fashion Weekend Hosts Official Launch, Announces New Plans

L.A. Fashion Weekend Hosts Official Launch, Announces New Plans

L.A. Fashion Weekend recently launched atop the Godfrey Hotel Hollywood’s seventh floor I|O rooftop space and was sponsored by Style House Hollywood.

Art Hearts Fashion Continues Ukraine Support During LAFW at New Mart

Art Hearts Fashion Continues Ukraine Support During LAFW at New Mart

Los Angeles–based Art Hearts Fashion produced its latest edition March 21–24 at The New Mart in the heart of the city’s fashion district, where it showcased Los Angeles fashion, global designers and brands from Ukraine.

55th NAACP Image Awards Highlights Black Artistic Excellence

55th NAACP Image Awards Highlights Black Artistic Excellence

Ahead of the 55th NAACP Image Awards, the civil-rights organization hosted the complementary NAACP Image Awards Fashion Show, also in its 55th year. Black Design Collective co-founder and veteran fashion designer Kevan Hall was the show’s executive producer, and Ainsley Connell was co-producer.

Designers With California Roots Show During NYFW by Art Hearts Fashion

Designers With California Roots Show During NYFW by Art Hearts Fashion

Designers with their roots in California made bold statements on the runway at New York Fashion Week’s Art Hearts Fashion show. Ranging from formalwear to streetwear, David Tupaz presented updated versions of classic 1980s silhouettes in vibrant living colors as well as beautifully crafted tailored dressing that made statements in black and white.

LA Fashion Week, a N4XT Experience, Pairs SS24 Artistry With Education

LA Fashion Week, a N4XT Experience, Pairs SS24 Artistry With Education

Spring/Summer 2024 took to the runway at LA Fashion Week, a N4XT Experience, Oct. 18–22 at NYA Studios in Hollywood. Sergio Hudson’s presentation bypassed the typical runway show in favor of models moving throughout the crowd. The 14-piece ready-to-wear capsule collection was complemented by jewelry from a collaboration with OYA Labs.

LAFW Powered by Art Hearts Fashion Celebrates Culture and Community

LAFW Powered by Art Hearts Fashion Celebrates Culture and Community

Los Angeles Fashion Week Powered by Art Hearts Fashion returned to The Majestic Downtown in Los Angeles for its Oct. 19–22 run.

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