[Left PHoto] Back row from left to right: Jen Grygiel, Demetri Nicholas, Whitney Moorman,
Front row from left to right: Caitlyn O'Dell-Hughes, Juliann Peebles, Madeline Noelker.
Fashion Designs by: Jen Grygiel. Photos by: Dustin Brown
 

Jen Grygiel
Originally from LaSalle, Illinois, Jen is currently a Senior Fashion Design major at Columbia College Chicago.  The inspiration for her garments is derived from a dedication to and understanding of her art, achievements, education, and those whose work has come before hers.  Jen is working with the Fashion Columbia Production Team as a third year Designer Liaison.

Whitney Moorman
Whitney Moorman, from Indianapolis, IN, is a junior at Columbia College Chicago. She is pursuing her B.A. degree in Fashion Retail Management. Her passion for fashion and sports has landed her a Marketing Associate position with Adidas America, on behalf of Cip Marketing. Whitney hopes that Fashion Columbia will give her the experience she needs to advance her career with Adidas as a special events coordinator.
 
Demetri Nicholas
A small town native from Vandalia, Ohio, Demetri is a designer inspired and intrigued by everyday real people in their dress, hairstyle, accessories, and their actions.  He is a senior at Columbia College Chicago double majoring in Fashion Design and Fashion Retail Management.  This is his first year on the Fashion Columbia Production Team and as a Designer Liaison.

Madeline Noelker
In 2004 I moved to Chicago from St Louis to attend Columbia College Chicago's Fashion/Retail Management Program. The education and knowledge I have acquired
in the past four years has been rewarding and completely worthwhile. I participated in Fashion Columbia 2007 as a producer and have returned for a second year because it was such a rewarding experience. Working on Fashion Columbia has been challenging, but has also provided me with many opportunities for growth that have helped me to develop the necessary skills I need to pursue a career in the fashion industry.
 
Caitlyn O’Dell-Hughes
Caitlyn is a junior at Columbia College Chicago, majoring in Fashion and Retail Management.  Her interest in fashion shows was sparked after a seeing a bridal show when she was 10.  Being able to be part of the production team has proven a huge feat for Caitlyn, and has only fanned the flame of interest that she has in this field. She will continue to explore all aspects of fashion in her remaining semesters at Columbia.

Juliann Peebles
Juliann, a native of Salina, Kansas, moved to Chicago four years ago to pursue a career in fashion.  Now a senior of the Fashion/Retail Management Department at Columbia College Chicago, she has gained a great deal of knowledge and skills that she will use in her future career.  This is her second year as a producer for Fashion Columbia.  She is grateful to work with another team and build on last year’s experiences.