The designer must demonstrate their ability to creatively repurpose materials into a unique and wearable garment. The judges will be looking for evidence of originality, innovation, and skill in the designer's approach to upcycling. 

The designer should provide clear documentation of the materials used in their design, including the original source and how they transformed it into the final product. The designer should be mindful of their design's ethical and environmental implications. Upcycling is not only about creating new clothes from old materials but also about minimizing the negative impact of fashion on the environment. 

Therefore, the designer should strive to use eco-friendly and sustainable practices throughout the design process. The garments must follow our focus and will be presented at Critique & Evaluation (deadline) for the judges to review. ​

Upcycle/Reconstructed 

Upcycled fashion and reconstructed fashion are two similar yet distinct concepts in sustainable fashion.

Upcycling involves taking old or discarded materials and transforming them into new, higher-value products. In fashion, this could mean taking a pre-existing garment or textile and repurposing it into something new and stylish, such as turning an old pair of jeans into a trendy denim jacket. Upcycling aims to minimize waste and create something new and unique out of existing materials.

Reconstructed fashion involves taking a pre-existing garment and altering it in some way to create a new piece. This could mean cutting up a dress to create a new top, or adding new embellishments or details to an existing garment. Unlike upcycling, which often involves repurposing old materials into something new, reconstructed fashion focuses on transforming existing garments into new, fashionable pieces.

Overall, both upcycling and reconstructed fashion are sustainable practices that aim to reduce waste and promote creativity in fashion design. The main difference between them is that upcycling involves using existing materials to create something new, while reconstructed fashion involves transforming existing garments into new pieces.

Designer MUST be available:

Critique & Evaluation - April 6th 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm 

Run through - April 21st at 5 pm 

Day of Show - April 22nd (full day)