Five LaSalle College Vancouver (LCV) students showcased their collections at the Vancouver Fashion Week. The theme was based on geology, including mapping and minerals.
It was the 12th year that LaSalle was a VFW partner.

Vancouver fashion stylist Tracey Pincott again was Artistic Director.
Lizbell Agency models showcased the students’ designs.

“This year, students have really let their creativity run wild with the geology theme as a foundation for showcasing their technique and craftsmanship,” says Diego Do Livramento, Director of LaSalle College Vancouver.

“VFW is also an opportunity for the broader student body to gain practical experience- from student-designed jewellery that will accessorize the catwalk looks, to our volunteer student dressers, the LaSalle show is a team effort.” 

From start to finish, the five presenting students created a collection of eight looks within a four month period.

Miona Nikolich combined urban aesthetic with the concept of utility to give a graphic and relaxed silhouette to her collection. With geometric cut outs and her own digital print she created a monochromatic and youthful spin on the modern urban warrior.

Laura Torrella’s collection is inspired by minerals, particularly from Labradorite. The Inuit believe Labradorite is a “Stone of Magic” which strengthens Aura and protects against the negativity and misfortunes of the world. The collection evokes this special stone through it’s hand-crafted feeling and use of colours and materials.

Ellen Legro found her inspiration in Navajo Turquoise, which said to bring happiness, luck, success and health. In Navajo culture, the various colours represent the natural world. Ellen’s collection is informed by the stone’s natural patterns and variations, including crackling. 

Amy Herndon’s collection combines the natural beauty of vibrant minerals and the depth of geological contour maps, which is represented with stitching and the structure of geometric lines and patterns.

Nathatly Barbeiri wanted to mix futuristic shapes with the geometry of architecture, mainly from brick.
She created very structured pieces such as the high collars creating a futuristic look. She also hand painted the her fabric to replicate brick and emulate emeralds.

Photo credit: Ed Ng