As the bustle of the school day quieted down, the night was just getting started at the DeRosa University Center. Twelve models took the stage in a runway show to celebrate sustainable fashion. Designers either thrifted the elements of their outfits or upcycled them into new pieces.
These are the winners across four categories:
Top Design in the Thrift Category: “Sergeant Worldwide” styled by Majed Al-Obaidan modeled by Nick Freeman
Top Design in the Upcycle Category: “Flying Fish Quinceañera Dress” by Hex
Top Tiger Fit: “Scarlet Tango” by Emmi Wong of the UOP Origami Club
Best in Show: “Reimagined Waistbands” by Ciara Reed walks
Hex helps Ciara Reed adjust their dress during the Green Fashion Show at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California on Friday, April 3, 2026. (Photo by Annie Barker/Stocktonia/CatchLight Local/Report for America)Hex, left, in their “Night Bird” outfit and Ashley Brown, right, in their “Thank You Mama” outfit wait to walk during the Green Fashion Show at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California on Friday, April 3, 2026. (Photo by Annie Barker/Stocktonia/CatchLight Local/Report for America)
Models line up during the Green Fashion Show at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California on Friday, April 3, 2026. (Photo by Annie Barker/Stocktonia/CatchLight Local/Report for America)
