Fashion Design at Drexel University

Fashion Design at Drexel University The program is ranked in the top four in the United States and 14th in the world.

Drexel's top-flight Fashion Design major is a studio-based, boutique-style program that trains the next generation of creative thinkers for the fashion industry. Students in Drexel’s Fashion Design program have the opportunity to study alongside dynamic educators with extensive industry experience, produce innovative designs in our well-equipped studios, and participate in Drexel’s world-renowned co-op and study abroad programs. The culmination of the program is the Drexel Fashion Show, at which students showcase original garments and accessories for industry leaders. Students in Drexel’s Fashion Design undergraduate program receive a bachelor of science degree from one of the nation’s top universities located in the United States’ sixth largest city, with easy access to Philadelphia’s rich cultural and vibrant design scene.

A&F Co. is recruiting!We’ve sent an email to Fashion Design students with more details on Abercrombie & Fitch’s upcoming...
09/24/2026

A&F Co. is recruiting!

We’ve sent an email to Fashion Design students with more details on Abercrombie & Fitch’s upcoming opportunities, including:

• Design Leadership Development Program — Juniors & Seniors

• Design Sophomore Summit — Sophomores

• Freshman Forum — First-Year Students

Interested? Application links are in our bio! Check your Drexel email for additional
details.

Drexel Fashion Shows Up at Philly Fashion Week!A big congratulations to our three Fashion Design alumni, Claudia Sestak,...
09/17/2026

Drexel Fashion Shows Up at Philly Fashion Week!
A big congratulations to our three Fashion Design alumni, Claudia Sestak, Winnie Mei, and Ethan Gayle, who showcased their work at Philly Fashion Week’s Evolution Runway Student Designer Competition!
The evening brought together emerging designers from leading local colleges and universities, celebrating creativity, innovation, and the future of fashion in Philadelphia.
Congratulations to Ethan Gayle, who was named the winner of the Student Designer Competition! Ethan received a $1,000 prize and an invitation to showcase his work at Maison x Philly Fashion Week.
We’re also so happy to see the Drexel Fashion community showing up for one another. Our first-year Fashion Design students & friends, along with grad student Emiliano Alquezada and faculty members, came out to cheer on our alumni from the audience. It was great to see everyone!!
Congratulations, Claudia, Winnie, and Ethan! We can’t wait to see where your creativity takes you next.

THE RE_WORKSHOPFriday, Sept. 25 | 10 AM–1 PMURBN 321Attention Students: Explore the art of visible mending, repair, and ...
09/17/2026

THE RE_WORKSHOP

Friday, Sept. 25 | 10 AM–1 PM
URBN 321

Attention Students: Explore the art of visible mending, repair, and upcycling! Learn traditional Sashiko mending on denim and beginner-friendly weaving techniques that transform old garments into one-of-a-kind textiles.

Led by visiting artists/designers Carolyn Smith of Tuscarora Mills and Allie Hauptman of Loveyourschatte Studio.

Add your own fabric strip to the Drexel Community Loom at the end of the workshop!

Sign up using the QR Code or with link in bio.

Students & Faculty-Please join us for “The Ethical Edit: A Panel on Sustainable Design for Longevity & Renewal”This pane...
09/16/2026

Students & Faculty-

Please join us for “The Ethical Edit: A Panel on Sustainable Design for Longevity & Renewal”

This panel focuses on the critical shift toward natural fibers, textiles, and domestic sourcing, shedding light on how moving away from synthetic materials can bring positive change for our planet and our health. Panelists will shift the narrative from vague sustainability promises to accessible supply chain transparency. Look into the full lifecycle of a garment—from raw seed to final repair/renewal—with a focus on natural fibers, “slow fashion”, and domestic manufacturing.

We are thrilled to welcome an incredible lineup of industry leaders:

Buxton Midyette –
Sally Congdon-Martin – Buck Mason
Carolyn Smith – Tuscarora Mills Mills
Allie Hauptman – Allie Hauptman • Denim Repair & Mending

A live Q&A session will follow the discussion, giving you the chance to ask the panelists your questions directly.

Date: Thursday, September 24th
Time: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: URBN Annex in the Screening Room, 3401 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

Whether you are looking to shape the future of the fashion industry or simply want to make a difference in your day-to-day life, you will walk away with actionable ideas to make a lasting impact as both a professional and a consumer.

Space is limited, so please secure your spot today. RSVP with the QR Code or with the link in our bio.

Italian fashion is coming to Philadelphia! 🇮🇹✨ is bringing Italia è Moda, a traveling exhibition celebrating the excelle...
09/13/2026

Italian fashion is coming to Philadelphia! 🇮🇹✨

is bringing Italia è Moda, a traveling exhibition celebrating the excellence and creativity of Italian fashion, to Philadelphia for its only U.S. stop at Drexel University from September 14–27! 👗🇮🇹

Explore creations by renowned Italian fashion designers, including Francesco Murano, an LVMH Prize 2025 finalist who dresses Beyoncé, costumes featured in iconic Italian films, and interactive digital installations that bring the world of fashion to life.

Best of all, admission is free! Don’t miss your chance to experience Italia è Moda while it’s in Philadelphia.

Exhibition Details
• Date/Time: September 14 – 26 | 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.
• Location: Drexel University Main Building
• Cost: Free

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Drexel Fashion Design at Philadelphia Fashion Week!We’re excited to cheer on three of our recent graduates -Winnie Mei, ...
09/04/2026

Drexel Fashion Design at Philadelphia Fashion Week!

We’re excited to cheer on three of our recent graduates -Winnie Mei, Claudia Sestak, and Ethan Gayle - as they take the runway at the Evolution Runway Show / Trend Show during Philadelphia Fashion Week!

Date: Wednesday, September 16
Time: 5:30–7:00 PM
Where: The Cube at Fashion District Philadelphia, 901 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA

Current Drexel Fashion Design students & friends -come support our alumni and see the next generation of Philadelphia fashion talent in action!

Register for tickets — link in our bio.

Let’s show our Drexel Fashion community some love! 💙💛

Designers:
ethan
Claudia Sestak
winnie :))

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We’re excited to celebrate Nick Kinniry, a rising senior in Drexel’s Fashion Design program, who will be showcasing his ...
08/13/2026

We’re excited to celebrate Nick Kinniry, a rising senior in Drexel’s Fashion Design program, who will be showcasing his Fall/Winter “Na Na” collection at Philly Fashion Week ,with fellow Fashion Design student Gianna Stump assisting with
the collection.

Come support our Fashion Design students as Nick brings “Na Na” to the runway at PFW Runway One on Friday, September 18 at 7:00 PM at 901 Market Street in Philadelphia.

Tickets: Philly Fashion Week - PFW Runway One (Weblink on story)

Important: When purchasing your ticket, be sure to select “Na Na” as the designer you wish to support, so your ticket is counted toward Nick’s show.

Come out and support our Fashion Design students as they take their work to the Philadelphia runway!

Nick Kinniry
gianna

Attention Rising Seniors — Charles Evans Foundation Scholarship Opportunity!Did you know? Charles Evans was the founder ...
08/08/2026

Attention Rising Seniors — Charles Evans Foundation Scholarship Opportunity!

Did you know? Charles Evans was the founder of Evan-Picone, a pioneering women’s sportswear brand that helped revolutionize the industry in the 1960s. His legacy continues today through the Charles Evans Foundation, which supports promising students and organizations, including Drexel Fashion Design.

Check your email! All eligible rising seniors have been invited to the Charles Evans Scholarship 2026 Team, where you’ll find the application information and submission folder.

This is your opportunity to showcase your design philosophy, creative vision, and strongest work as you head into your senior year.

Application Deadline: September 4, 2026

We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity and let your work speak for itself!

Day 5 of the High School Program is complete!The final day of classes began with a workshop on creating mood boards and ...
07/21/2026

Day 5 of the High School Program is complete!
The final day of classes began with a workshop on creating mood boards and developing color palettes with Cory Schneiders. Students then spent time in the studio refining and updating their portfolios in preparation for their final critique with Valentina D. Chaviano ,where they received thoughtful feedback on the projects they completed throughout the week.
To conclude the program, the group visited the Philadelphia Museum of Art to explore the museum’s collections and experience the iconic Rocky Steps.
The following day, students showcased their work during the closing exhibition and ceremony, celebrating a week of creativity, growth, and accomplishment.

A special thank you to our RAs/TAs, toripajan and Claudia Sestak, for their dedication throughout the week!

Day 4 of the High School Program!Students began the day with a fabric manipulation workshop led by Jackie, where they ex...
07/19/2026

Day 4 of the High School Program!
Students began the day with a fabric manipulation workshop led by Jackie, where they explored creative techniques for sculpting organza into a variety of forms.
After break, they learned how to create digital knitwear swatches using the Shima Seiki knitting machine, gaining hands-on experience with innovative textile technology.
The final class of the day was a fashion illustration session with Cindy, where students developed their sketching techniques and brought their design concepts to life.
To wrap up the evening, students enjoyed a special screening of Project Runway On Bravo featuring most.hated.usa for some behind the scenes facts!

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