Correction: The wrong designer was named in one of the captions about clothes by students from the Mesa College fashion program. Tiara Daring designed ‘Sultry Drift.’
The 44th Annual Golden Scissors Fashion Show was presented by San Diego Mesa College’s fashion program on May 16 at the Quad on the Mesa campus. This event was the result of months of planning and collaboration. The fashion students were responsible for every show detail, from promoting the event and coordinating the models to styling the show and creating the collections for the runway. The fashion students design and produce everything that is shown on the catwalk. It was a team effort within the fashion program.
This year’s theme was Expressions, and the students wowed the crowd with their fashion-forward styles. Gwendolyn Bates served as show director. The audience included students, faculty, industry professionals, and community members. Mesa College President Dr. Ashanti T. Hands welcomed everyone at the show’s start. The emcees were fashion program directors Jordyn Smiley and Lyndsey Johnson. Twelve talented designers showcased their original designs on the runway.
The event also featured a VIP reception with live music by the Applied Music Jazz Students. A Student Showcase displayed garments submitted by the students along with entries by the merchandising students. Winning entries were marked by ribbons. After the runway show, awards were presented to the collection students.
Edwin Alba, fir
st place, ‘Felix in the Middle.’ (Photo by Diana Cavagnaro/Special to La Jolla Village News)
Genesis Yanez, second place, ‘Pressed in Time.’(Photo by Diana Cavagnaro/Special to La Jolla Village News)
Kayle Lopez designer of ‘Threads of Resistance.’ (Photo by Diana Cavagnaro/Special to La Jolla Village News)
Troy Munsey, third place, ‘Gentle Riot.’(Photo by Diana Cavagnaro/Special to La Jolla Village News)
Rasmus Lynnerup,
people’s c
hoice award, ‘Coastal Living.’ (Photo by Diana Cavagnaro/Special to La Jolla Village News)
Tiara Daring designer of ‘Sultry Drift.’ (Photo by Diana Cavagnaro/Special to La Jolla Village News)
COLLECTIONS AWARDS
First: Edwin Alba, “Félix in the Middle.” Award: Featured spot at San Diego Fashion Week and a professional photoshoot.
Second: Genesis Yanez, “Pressed in Time.” Award: Digital marketing from 88 Social Media.
Third: Troy Munsey, “Gentle Riot.” Award: Sustainable fabric provided by Domestic Phoenix.
People’s Choice: Rasmus Lynnerup, “Coastal Living.” Award: Two tickets for a Sip & Style Event.
BEST OF SHOW IN STUDENT SHOWCASE
Design students:
- Streetwear/Daywear – Rasmus Lynnerup.
- Children’s Wear – Katie Mowrey.
- Evening/Special Occasion – Humberto Busian.
- Sustainability/Upcycling – Sage Kouretchian.
- Costume/Historical Influenced – Amanda Sasher.
- Corsetry – Alex Perez.
Merchandising students:
- Fashion Photography – Mayeli Ho.
- Graphic Design – Sandra Martinez.
- Illustration – Ash Ochoa Prado.
- Promotional Marketing – Andrew Greyes.
- Fashion Styling – Aylen Silveira.
San Diego Mesa College is a two-year community college. Students in the fashion program can earn certificates and associate’s degrees in fashion and costume design, fashion merchandising, and fashion technology. For more information, visit sdmesa.edu.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Thursday, July 24 – Her Universe 2025 Fashion Show at San Diego Comic Con at 6 p.m. Actress Ashley Eckstein will host this “Wicked”-themed event at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego. Wristband/ticket distribution information will be released close to the event.
July 31-Aug. 3 – San Diego Swim Week – this swimsuit and resort wear fashion show is at 3794 John J Montgomery Drive. For more information, visit sandiegoswimweek.com.
Saturday, Aug. 2 – Haute with Heart Fashion Show 2025 presented by St Madeleine Sophie’s Center. The theme this year is “London Calling.” The event begins at 10 a.m. at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront. For more information, visit stmsc.org.
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