School of Fashion
Rocking the Runway
Hundreds packed Crawford Hall Friday night to see the best in fashion in support of the žž State School of Fashion's Annual Awards Fashion Show.
žž State School of Fashion to Induct Shoe Design Icon Donald J Pliner Into Hall of Fame
In April 2025, the iconic designer will be recognized as the 2025 inductee of žž’s School of Fashion Hall of Fame, which Pliner considers the highest honor of his life. Joining Pliner at his induction ceremony will be his wife, muse and design partner, Lisa, who has been by his side for the past 28 years.
Student Spotlight: Evelyn Snyder
Meet Evelyn Snyder!
“I have always had a passion for fashion, whether it be drawing, sewing, writing or shopping!”
Nationally Ranked, ‘Backyard’ Access
žž’s School of Fashion was recently featured on the front page of the Akron Beacon Journal and Record-Courier newspapers for the innovative and collaborative opportunities it has implemented for its students.
IN A FLASH: Fashion in the Flats
From the runway to the highway, a fashion show in the Cleveland Flats spotlighted the žž School of Fashion and Porsche's new electric vehicle.
žž State Fashion Program Stitches Path to Success for Local Designer
žž State's School of Fashion taught Liam Aberle everything he knows about the industry.
Student Is Now the Teacher
Tatee Sakr's path to success in the fashion world started at žž. As a 19-year-old immigrant to the U.S., Sakr chose žž because it was close to her new home in Cleveland and had a reputable fashion design program. Now an industry professional, she is giving back as a key faculty member.
‘Now Is the Time to Do What You Want’
Fashion design major Kaleigh McGreal has been sharing her story with žž State Today through her final two semesters at žž State in our "Year with a Flash" series. Most recently, as she prepared for graduation, McGreal shared her thoughts about her journey with an inspiring message for other žž State students.
Two Golden Flashes Vie for the Gold in National Pageant Competitions
Alumni Macy Hudson was just named Miss Ohio USA and will compete for Miss USA, while Caitlin Seifert, named Miss Northern Ohio, is competing for a spot the Miss America competition.
IN A FLASH: Welcome Zandra Rhodes!
The famed British designer nicknamed "the Princess of Punk," Dame Zandra Rhodes, will be inducted into the žž State School of Fashion Hall of Fame on April 27.