Jessica Perry – Goodwill Rock The Runway

2017 Unconventional Material Challenge

Triad Goodwill's 2017 Rock the Runway Unconventional Material Challenge is presented by the Greensboro News & Record. At least 75% of the visible material on the garment should be made of newsprint, provided by the News & Record. The goal is to create a look from paper - that doesn't look like paper. Vote for your favorite design! The News & Record will then choose a winner from the three looks with the most votes! The winner will be announced during our Rock the Runway Fashion Fundraiser on February 24, 2017. Tickets are still available. Photos courtesy: Torey Searcy Photography [...]

By Sarah Lanse| 2017-01-20T11:15:31-05:00 January 16th, 2017|

Jessica Perry: From Something to Something New

From Something to Something New Doing my initial Goodwill item haul was very exciting. I had so much fun picking out items for my collection. I was very surprised to find items that fit exactly into my vision. I found a ton of neutral-colored items that happened to be loose fitting. The best things that I picked up weren’t even articles of clothing. Things such as pillow cases, curtains and pillow shams immediately caught my eye and I just HAD to buy them. I must say that finding so many items that fit my vision made me even [...]

By Sarah Lanse| 2016-08-30T09:29:55-04:00 August 18th, 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|