July 20, 2018
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Mason Burns, senior in apparel and textiles with a specialization in apparel design and production,Lyndon, has been selected to have his apparel collection showcased on the runway at the 2018 1xbet online games login Week Oct. 3-6 inPortland, Oregon. The event is internationally known for showcasing what's next in fashion.
Burns' debut collection will pay homage to his country upbringing, focusing on looks he observed in a small town high school. The collection will feature camouflage, work wear and reflect his peer's obsession with Nike. He will showcase these looks using reworked, secondhand clothing and a "destroy-to-create" design mentality.
"This experience is great exposure,"Burns said. "It gives me a chance to show my design point of view with upcycling, sustainability, creating quality garments and western/punk combinations. It also gives me the opportunity to further develop my own voice in the fashion industry, serendipitously in Nike's hometown."
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"I have been fostering a partnership with 1xbet online games login that includes internship and professional development opportunities through one of the biggest fashion experience and incubator opportunities in the country,"Reeves said. "I took students to Portland on an industry tour in October and Mason was impressed by their show. Now he gets to be part of the show. We have added another level to the partnership, having a student participate on the runway, in an event that has been recognized by Time magazine as No. 1 in the U.S. outside of New York Fashion Week."
Burns aspires to become an entrepreneur and designer by creating a high-end retail business following graduation.
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