Ashes to Bloom Black United Body Fashion Show ‘26

Ashes to Bloom was inspired by the devistating impact of wildfires in the region of California. Moments so upsetting, the ashes covered all hope for bloom. Through community, hand-in-hand, lives were rebuilt and the area began to bloom again.

This show marked my first time designing runway for Terzi Evi where I created seven distinct looks that I felt captured the essence of Bloom in its fullest expression. Through design, I translated my brands ethos of regional resources and beauty into a full runway collection

Black United Body (BUB) is a student organization at Bentley University dedicated to celebrating and uplifting Black culture, identity, and community on campus. Its sister organization, the Black United Body Fashion Show, curates an annual runway event attended by hundreds, showcasing Black creativity, style, and cultural influence.

Terzi Evi

“Terzi,” directly translating to Tailor, pays homage to the rich heritage of Turkish craftsmanship. Terzi Evi strives to craft garments that carry meaning far beyond their form. Each piece is an ode to traditions and stories that celebrate the artisanship, culture, and soul of the region.

Roles

Expertise in shaping style and strategy across fashion and commerce, bringing visions to life through garment construction, styling, sourcing, model curation, creative direction, and visual storytelling.