A graduate of Coquitlam’s Centennial Secondary will see her clothes sashayed on a Vancouver catwalk tonight (April 14).
Mylene Dayrit-Kubicek is one of nine fashion students at Vancouver Community College (VCC) who will show their collections as part of their Fashion Design and Production Diploma program.
Their wares will be presented before an invite-only crowd during Vancouver Fashion Week at the David Lam Hall, located inside the Chinese Cultural Centre.
A recipient of the Susan Perkuhn Textile and Design Award at VCC, Dayrit-Kubicek has worked part-time at an alteration store, handling customer service and fittings, during her studies.
In a news release, Dayrit-Kubicek said she's inspired for her clothing designs by Hawaiian scenes, especially tropical flowers.
In her latest collection, titled Tropical S/S 23 Destination, Dayrit-Kubicek created clothing for guests headed to a destination wedding or party, using silk fabrics in charmeuse, crepe de chine and organza to "give a very weightless and ethereal aesthetic and, at the same time, provide cool and comfortable wear," the VCC release states.
"Her clothes are carefully made, some of which include French seams, details of embroidery such as silk embroidery, and silk and cotton blend lining. Her collection combines both structured and loose-fitting silhouettes. Mylene wishes wearers of her garments feel special in them. As well, she wishes them joy and adventure as they celebrate important memories in her special occasion destination wear."
VCC fashion program coordinator Sarah Murray said the showcase is an opportunity for her students to celebrate their success over the past two years.
"After a lot of hard work, we are eager to share our grad collections at Vancouver Fashion Week," added Tia Rose, a VCC fashion student.
"We hope to make industry connections and inspire those around us."
