Fenton Partners with Wilson College of Textiles: Showcasing Student Designs

This exciting collaboration with the esteemed Wilson College of Textiles at NC State University is set to provide a spotlight for the college’s many talented students.

The goal of Fenton’s partnership with Wilson College of Textiles is to support emerging talent and foster creativity within the fashion industry by providing a platform for students to showcase their work. Fenton is not only celebrating innovation but also contributing to the growth and development of future designers.

As visitors explore Fenton’s premiere shopping district, they will have the opportunity to experience first hand the talent and ingenuity of emerging designers.

 

Currently on display: Lilies of the Field

This collection is inspired by scripture from the Gospel of Matthew describing the opportunity for a life free from anxiety by trusting God. The message of this scripture is poured into this collection through flower stamping that emphasizes the beauty in nature that God creates without any need for flowers to work on their own.

 

Meet the designer: Aleena Thomas

Aleena Thomas, is a twenty-year-old designer studying Fashion and Textile Design at the Wilson College of Textiles at NC State University, with a minor in business entrepreneurship. She spent four years in costume design and loves incorporating theatrical elements into her designs. She is passionate about incorporating Christian faith-related symbolism into design and aspires to start her own boutique brand that artistically approaches this idea