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Zoe Alvarez

Cornell University

I graduated from Cornell University in 2025 with a Bachelor's of Science in Fashion Design and Management from the College of Human Ecology. I have always loved art and design, but what excites me most is being part of the full process. I enjoy creating the work just as much as marketing it and thinking about the business behind it.

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Made to Last a Lifetime?

Category: Apparel

Competitions: International

Through these silhouettes, my goal is to create garments that are fully adjustable within a specific size range to fit the owner over a lifetime as their body changes. Even durable materials and quality construction that can outlive us may not fit forever, contributing to waste and overconsumption. The material, like the silhouette, also needs to last a lifetime, and leather can last generations, making it the perfect material for this project. As our bodies inevitably fluctuate, our wardrobe may become inaccessible, limiting creativity and self-expression. How can we thrive through constricting designs that fail to account for natural physiological functions?

Working with our partners at Arts Thread to develop lifelong learning and career opportunities for students of fashion and design. Our partnership provides the opportunity to compete on a world stage, participate in industry led workshops, set up an outstanding portfolio and gain access to the resources that will kickstart careers in fashion and design.