Kim Nelson looked to the future with “clothes that morph” androgyny. Not wanting to “push people into a box”, her unisex line worked clean, strong detailing and strategic placement of pull tabs.
“People can create shaping where desired. Some garments have details that can be worn in a number of ways, that change the entire look of the piece”, said Nelson.

Brenda Holmes’ seductive lingerie-inspired collection of pretty silk bustier and tutu, striped silk tailcoat, and keyhole front bodysuit was tres jolie. Marcie Leblanc’s crinolined skirt, black silk bustier and white silk strapless top was all girly girl. Her black silk jacket and distressed denim jeans ensemble was absolute glam girl.

“If you are a friend or a family member of a Blanche Macdonald Design student and have wondered where they’ve been, they’ve been hard at work for the past year. Tonight, was their night to show that hard work, their creativity and tremendous accomplishments”, said Instructor Brenda Swinglehurst.

To all the 2005 Design students of the Blanche Macdonald Centre: Bravo. It was a wonderful evening.

Past graduates of the Design Program include Dace Moore of Dace Design, Joyce Ma of Tension Clothing, Shannon Wilson for Lululemon, Jane Collins for BonBon Designs, and Jayn Simpson, Jayn Simpson Design,Toronto.

In May 2006, the Blanche Macdonald Fashion Design and Merchandising programs move to their new Robson Street location. The exciting new campus will feature a juried selection of Grad designs in their retail store.