FashionTeens 2027

A Program for Social & Environmental Activists Each year, middle and high school students from across Santa Cruz County design, construct, and model original pieces of fashion art made from recycled and repurposed materials. Their creations are bold, imaginative, and deeply personal—reflecting themes of identity, culture, sustainability, and social awareness. Through this process, students gain design and engineering skills, explore environmental and social issues, practice creative problem-solving, and discover the confidence that comes from transforming an idea into art. What began 15 years ago at Mission Hill Middle School has grown into a countywide celebration of youth creativity, sustainability, and self-expression. FashionTeens Santa Cruz now connects students from Watsonville to the San Lorenzo Valley, with mentorship, bilingual applications, and free participation ensuring every young designer has the opportunity to shine.

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