On September 20th and 21st, 2024, Future Oceans International brought an unforgettable anthought-provoking experience to life at Telus Spark in Calgary. This unique sustainable fashion showcase, inspired by the UN World Oceans Day theme "Awaken New Depths," captivated audiences with a mesmerizing fusion of art, fashion, science, and sustainability.

Fashion Shows
Over two spectacular evenings, the Future Oceans Fashion Show took guests on a three-part journey of fashion, music, and art:

• Harmonize celebrated the beauty of nature with designs inspired by the ocean's vibrant ecosystems.

• Transform showcased the power of recycling and slow fashion, with garments crafted from repurposed materials.

• Adapt highlighted innovative protective wear, focusing on resilience in a changing world.

Fashion show music and videos were specially curated by Alan Donnelly, providing an immersive and enriching experience.

Featured Designers:

• Alanna Baird, New Brunswick, Canada

• Carol Miller, New Brunswick, Canada

• Christal Cherry-LeBel, Alberta, Canada

• Dianne Gibson, BC, Canada

• Janani Senarathne, Alberta, Canada

• Nadine Arthur, BC, Canada

• Samantha Brunner, Alberta, Canada

• Sydney Lunt, Alberta, Canada

• Sahrye Cohen, California, USA

• Hal Rodriguez, California, USA

• Stephanie Mould, BC, Canada

• Victoria Patterson, Alberta, Canada

Art Exhibition
The weekend-long art exhibition featured incredible works from artists exploring the intersection of sustainability, marine conservation, and environmental technology. The wearable art on display highlighted the potential of sustainable fashion to make a powerful statement.

Featured Artists:

• Alan Donnelly, Edmonton, Alberta

• Christine Pedersen, Calgary, Alberta

• Eunseok Han, South Korea

• Fely Agader, Edmonton, Alberta

• Jeff DeBoer, Calgary, Alberta

• Lia Golemba, Airdrie, Alberta

• Louise Chong, Calgary, Alberta

This exhibition offered visitors the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, industry leaders, and innovators passionate about sustainability and the oceans. It sparked meaningful conversations about how we can all contribute to a sustainable future.

Thank You for Joining Us!
We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended and supported this landmark event at Beakerhead 2024. Whether you were a fashion enthusiast, a science lover, or someone who values the power of creativity to drive positive change, your presence made waves in the movement toward a more sustainable future.

Stay tuned for more inspiring projects and collaborations as Future Oceans International continues to explore the exciting intersection of art, fashion, and environmental activism.

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