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Korean designer Olivia Kim showcased her senior year collection representing School of the Arts Institute Chicago. Among the chosen students, Kim says that Chicago's fashion designers have a lot of talent.


Chicago's young fashion designers show their stuff

by Lahaina Mae B. Mondonedo
Oct 27, 2009


Top students from Chicago's five design schools showcased their fashion collections this past weekend during Dress Code, a featured event of the city's annual Fashion Focus, which draws attention to home-grown talent.

In this video, designer Olivia Kim, who is from South Korea, talks about her struggles as a foreigner and as a student in the competitive industry.

“We [students] work very hard on our collections. We hope people can see our heart and soul in these garments,” Kim said.

Mayor Richard M. Daley came to Friday’s event to show his support for the students.

“In Chicago, our vibrant fashion industry is growing each year by concentrating on local artists and building a support structure  that allows them to flourish and compete in an aggressive market,” Daley said.