Emerging Designers Shine at Fashion Week

Stephanie Suberville of Heirlome showcased her signature pieces, showcasing fringed knitwear created in partnership with artisans from Bolivia. The young brand has been making waves, with a successful presentation at NYFW alongside other talented designers like Bach Mai and Meruert Tolegen. Suberville expressed her excitement at being surrounded by such a talented group of individuals.

ASHLYN designer Ashlynn Park shared her dedication to the program, eliminating distractions to fully focus on her designs. Despite feeling overwhelmed, Park’s stunning round-shouldered poppy red coat from Fall/Winter 2025 garnered attention and admiration from shoppers and editors alike.

Native American artist and designer Jamie Okuma reflected on her journey, noting that participating in the program was a significant milestone. With her husband now part of the brand, Okuma is looking to expand her reach beyond her La Jolla reservation in Southern California, thanks to the power of social media and the internet.

Rickie De Sole of Nordstrom explained the upcoming mini challenge where finalists would pitch to top buyers, emphasizing Nordstrom’s commitment to supporting emerging talent through their SPACE department. The day concluded with Ashlynn Park being named the winner, ensuring her collection will be featured in select Nordstrom stores in the coming year.