The anticipation was building up inside of me as I stood in the photographer pit waiting for this year's UT Fashion Show to start. I seem to always forget that this show is not only a fashion show, but it's also a graduation. And with about a billion people to thank, some technical issues, and the lack of a cocktail bar, I was about to jump out of my MRKT heels waiting for my favorite fashion show of the year to start.
Why is the UT fashion show my favorite show in Austin? Because firstly, it is entirely made up of original designs (this year there were 96 designs shown), it is a professional looking show that has been given a ton of thought and planning, and last but definitely not least, it is a show that has young designers who have fresh and interesting visions to show. This year was no exception, and in fact, I feel as though this show keeps getting better and better each year that I attend. This year's show was appropriately called "Innovation" as many of the graduating designers were indeed innovative with their designs showing things such as a coat that glowed in the dark, dresses that could quickly transform with a simple gesture, a suit jacket with a hidden cell phone pocket, and a wedding dress with led lighting. While those designs are kinda fun, the gimmicky fashions are usually not my favorite. What do I like? Elise Romero's cape for one! Check out my photos of my favorite looks from the show, and keep reading to see the winning designs:
Elise Romero
