As the bustle of the school day quieted down, the night was just getting started at the DeRosa University Center. Twelve models took the stage in a runway show to celebrate sustainable fashion. Designers either thrifted the elements of their outfits or upcycled them into new pieces.

These are the winners across four categories:

  • Top Design in the Thrift Category: “Sergeant Worldwide” styled by Majed Al-Obaidan modeled by Nick Freeman
  • Top Design in the Upcycle Category: “Flying Fish Quinceañera Dress” by Hex
  • Top Tiger Fit: “Scarlet Tango” by Emmi Wong of the UOP Origami Club
  • Best in Show: “Reimagined Waistbands” by Ciara Reed walks
Woman in a red and white dress with floral decor walks on stage during a fashion show.
Person walking on a runway wearing a layered outfit with a blue bag.
Model in a strapless patchwork denim dress with black boots on a stage.
A woman in a colorful, flowing gown walks on a stage with an audience watching.
A person adjusting the black laces on the denim corset back of a strapless dress.
Hex helps Ciara Reed adjust their dress during the Green Fashion Show at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California on Friday, April 3, 2026. (Photo by Annie Barker/Stocktonia/CatchLight Local/Report for America)
Two individuals in dark clothing stand by a reflective glass door, one holding a paper and wearing white gloves.
Hex, left, in their “Night Bird” outfit and Ashley Brown, right, in their “Thank You Mama” outfit wait to walk during the Green Fashion Show at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California on Friday, April 3, 2026. (Photo by Annie Barker/Stocktonia/CatchLight Local/Report for America)
Person wearing a costume with folded sheet music and origami embellishments.
A person wearing a denim jacket and black beret adjusts their sunglasses against a dark background.
Person walking on a runway at a fashion event, surrounded by an audience.
A person standing in profile on stage, wearing a colorful headband, sunglasses, and a floral top, against a green lit background.
Person wearing illustrated brown pants with a chain belt on stage.
Thirteen people in colorful outfits stand on stage under bright lights, with a microphone stand in the foreground.
Models line up during the Green Fashion Show at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, California on Friday, April 3, 2026. (Photo by Annie Barker/Stocktonia/CatchLight Local/Report for America)