Let’s be honest: poorly styled tweed looks can be quite the eyesore. So why not go with something truly magical—like fairycore fashion?
This year at New York Fashion Week, GAAC student designer Angela brought her long-held dream designs to life on the global runway. Her creations are dreamy and ethereal, yet grounded with power and intention. Angela masterfully uses organza to craft airy silhouettes that feel like poems drifting through the clouds. Each piece evokes a soft fantasy, but beneath the beauty lies a core of elegance, independence, and strength. In her hands, softness is no longer fragile—it becomes a confident expression of self.
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Designer Spotlight
This season, Angela boldly explored the Morandi color palette—those muted, sophisticated tones once thought “hard to wear.” She reintroduced them with fresh perspective, blending low-saturation shades into a refined harmony of light and shadow. The result? An elegant reflection of the modern woman—calm yet powerful, restrained but full of potential.
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Runway Showcase
From the spark of inspiration to the final runway moment, Angela’s designs showcase the multifaceted beauty of contemporary femininity. Her work is not just about fashion—it’s about attitude: softness can be powerful, and dreams can have an edge. Under the bright lights of New York Fashion Week, her collection “Whispers in Tulle” captivated the audience, proving that grace and confidence can coexist in stunning harmony.
03 – Program Overview
Top-tier instruction paired with world-class exposure — the New York Fashion Week project offers more than just a platform for creative expression. It builds resumes, provides invaluable real-world experience, and broadens perspectives. With expert faculty and internationally integrated design training, students start their journey with a solid foundation. Paired with elite networks and professional resources, this program places students in the spotlight and offers direct access to mentors and industry leaders.
As a leading institution, Green Apple Art Center is one of the few schools globally that offers a well-rounded curriculum combining learning and real-world experience. In 2015, GAAC helped students launch Vitruvius — the world’s first new-gen fashion label founded by high school students — and has since guided student designers (aged 15–18) onto the NYFW runway year after year.
04 -Calling for S/S26
The Spring/Summer 2026 NYFW showcase will be held in New York in September 2025. This six-month program offers students an immersive journey through the fashion world, stepping into the shoes of both designer and brand founder.
At GAAC, we believe fashion is the expression of one’s soul — and we’re looking for students ready to shape their visions into something extraordinary.
Founded in 2015, Green Apple Art Center (GAAC) helped launch Vitruvius, the world’s first student-led high school fashion brand, and has since taken students aged 15–18 to NYFW every year. Over time, our [NYFW Program] has evolved into a premier incubator for young designers and a standout achievement for students applying to top universities.
Each year, Vitruvius receives glowing attention from local and international media, while students gain endorsements from leading industry experts. Their collections and NYFW experience have become invaluable assets in university applications and professional portfolios.
The next chapter of fashion begins now — and we can’t wait to see who joins us on the runway.
