2017 Designers – Page 3 – Goodwill Rock The Runway

Lakeasha Mccrimmon: A Little Bit About Myself

Design by Lakeasha Mccrimmon I was born and raised in a small town called Clinton in North Carolina. I have been drawing and painting ever since I could hold on to a crayon. I am a self-taught designer, so there have been a lot of challenges along the way that I had to learn from. One of the benefits to teaching yourself is that you can learn what you want when you want. There Design by Lakeasha Mccrimmon are quite a few disadvantages to being self-taught of course. Being a self-taught designer, there is no one [...]

By Sarah Lanse| 2016-07-29T13:21:14-04:00 July 29th, 2016|

Jessica Perry: Digging Deep for Inspiration

Jessica's Inspiration Board When I found out that I was chosen as a Goodwill Rock the Runway designer I was in DISBELIEF. I was so happy to be given this opportunity. I knew immediately what my vision and concept for this particular line was going to be. I love creating things that are elegant, sassy, and chic. When coming up with ideas for this line, I wanted to add an edgy twist. I have been really inspired by the fashion trends and colors that are worn during the Coachella Music Festival. I love how all of the fashions [...]

By Sarah Lanse| 2016-07-29T13:13:34-04:00 July 29th, 2016|

Florence Wallace: What to Expect

Florence's Concept Board Hello everyone, my name is Florence Wallace, Designer/CEO of KulturalBlend, and I am one of the designers of Goodwill Rock the Runway 2017. I can guarantee you that this is a show you won't forget! The theme of my collection is Modern Renaissance, and I was inspired by the Italian Renaissance but with a modern twist. You can expect to see a lot of gold accent florals, lace, bold and beautiful jewelry and head pieces. My collection will show you how to turn everyday garments into one of a kind edgy and high fashion pieces at a [...]

By Sarah Lanse| 2016-07-29T13:09:28-04:00 July 29th, 2016|

Drew Waller: Rock the Runway Excitement

Drew Waller I was surprised and ecstatic when I found out that I was chosen for Triad Goodwill Rock-the-Runway Fashion Show. So far this experience has been exciting. I have several months to prepare for the show but I am very eager to collect cool finds and incorporate them into my line. Though I have been an upcycler for most of my life, I have never re-purposed clothing for a fashion show. The Triad Goodwill Rock The Runway Fashion Show has had amazing designers in the past, which means I truly have to put my best foot forward. People [...]

By Sarah Lanse| 2016-07-29T13:14:05-04:00 July 29th, 2016|

Anndrea Robinson: Why I Became a Fashion Designer

In my life, I did not know what I wanted to be when I grew up. I got asked all the time and I would always tell people I do not know, I’m just going with the flow. I thought I was going to be a professional dancer or actress when I got older, but I knew I could do something better in my life. When I was younger I use to get picked on a lot for how I looked, the way I talked, and the way I dressed. I remember I use to come home crying every day to [...]

By Sarah Lanse| 2016-07-29T12:59:48-04:00 July 29th, 2016|