1st Place Winner: Stacy Longo- Fashion Institute of Technology

Stacy finds geometry, shape and form to be mesmerizing. She believes that she was made to design, knowing that this is the only career that she would ever want, and the only career in which she feels happy and fulfilled. Eventually her main goal is to be working for a label that is eco-friendly. She believes that this is not just a trend that will eventually drift off; it is a way of life.




















2nd Place Winner: Shirley Gallagher - Fashion Institute of Technology

Shirley is currently in her sixth semester of Fashion Design at FIT pursuing a BFA in Special Occasion (eveningwear/haute couture). Ever since she was able to pick up a pencil, it has been her dream to be a designer. Shirley finds it very important, especially now, that student designers and designers find a way to incorporate environmentally- friendly aspects into designs.












3rd Place Winner: Erika Schuster -Fashion Institute of Technology


Erika Rae is a big believer in “living green” and often uses sustainable and recycled materials in her work. Ever since she can remember, she has been sketching and painting. Her grandfather, a former FIT student, helped her sew her first garment in the third grade and since then she has been hooked.










Honorable Mention: Caroline Rossingol- Parsons School of Design


Caroline, a native from France, moved to New York to study Fashion Design at Parsons. Clothes are her true passion. She has had internship design experience with DKNY, Mayle and VPL. She has a B.A. in International Business from Rennes Business School (France) and an MBA from De Montfort University, Leicester (UK) and worked in marketing (Paris and Pennsylvania) for a leading French Cosmetics Brand, Yves Rocher.
















Honorable Mention: Theresa Chan -Connecticut College

Theresa is a recent graduate from Connecticut College holding a B.A. in Behavioral Neuroscience. During her last few years of undergraduate school she began to self-teach the art of dressmaking, a practice that she explored more following her graduation. In her designs, Theresa strives to produce bold and unique pieces utilizing uber feminine silhouettes and playful color-ways. It is her belief that when designing with respect to the environment, it should be approached as an inspiration and not a compromise.