December arrived very quickly, and the holiday season gift-giving stress was real. We have curated a list of some of our favorite community business to make your shopping easy during all seasons.
Camilla Mustard by DDP Graduate Ali Dworsack
“The confetti to your wardrobe" and hand painted sustainable fashion.
Photog: Ali Dworsack
ENTREM by DDP graduate and sewing instructor Dylan Pritchard
Artisanal clothing and accessory brand influenced by harsh architectural design to futuristic geometry.
Model: Dylan Pritchard
HIERRI by DDP graduate Taylor Alyssa
Nouveau couture with a focus on bringing couture inspired pieces to fashion forward women.
Fite Fashion by former student Michelle Fite
Modern sustainable luxury clothing
Model: Allison Ann
Photog: Anthony Parker
Lauren Chiu by DDP graduate Lauren Chiu
Clips, rings, and chains, each woven one ring at a time
Photog: Lauren Chiu, DDP graduate
Yonetté by DDP graduate and sewing instructor Kenisha Young
Where haute couture meets ready-to-wear created
La’Agra by DDP graduate Rekha Ananthanpillai
Inspired by elements from her South Asian heritage, the brand is a collection of one-of-a-kind dresses for the modern-day high fashion woman.
Julicia Rose by sewing instructor Julicia James
Paintings, sewing patterns, and PDF workbooks for creatives.
Photog: Julicia James
Sustain by DDP graduate Audra McGee
Using organic fabric, Sustain creates clothing for women who are inspired by environmental and spiritual values.
Model & Photog: Audra McGee
Weather or Not Equestrian by DDP graduate Rachel Geiger
Water resistant, dirt & mud repellent breeches
Model: Tiff Morrissey
Photog: Kind Media LLC
ALUMNI by DDP student Alex Kervandjian
Recycled & recirculated unisex vintage clothing
Photog: Alex Kervandjian
Oodelooo Ballet by DDP student Melissa DeLorenzo
Luxury ballet skirts that can be worn in the studio and out on the town.
Model: Madison Ridolfi
Photog: Noel Valero
Julia Silver by DDP student Julia Silver
Unique reworked pieces
Model: Julia Silver
Photog: German Ayala Vazquez
Damiano Collection by instructor Alex Damiano
Artisan loungewear and natural beauty accessories
Model: @mariambek
These are just a handful of our talented community members. The next time you purchase a gift for a loved one, consider supporting these local and talented artists.
By: Tessie Devlin, Assistant Program Director