A student poses at the end of the runway a red dress.

On the Big Red Runway: The Fashion Collective’s Spring Show

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A photographic look at the popular annual event, in which the creative work of student designers is on vivid display in Barton Hall

By Cornellians staff

Photography by Devin Flores & Ryan Young

Each spring, the iconic East Hill building usually devoted to athletics and ROTC is transformed into a fashion mecca, as student designers showcase their work—with their peers serving as models. The 2026 Cornell Fashion Collective’s Spring Runway Show was—as always—a standing-room-only affair, as supporters packed Barton Hall to view the dozens of creative ensembles.

The 42nd annual show, held on a Saturday night in mid-March, featured the work of 42 students, including full collections by nine seniors. Their inspirations ranged from classic children's books like Where the Wild Things Are to traditional Korean neighborhoods to the pigeons of NYC.

Here's a photographic look at the event, both on the runway and behind the scenes. A short video can be found here.

Two students wearing black with white tassel accents and black hats pose together for a photo
A student applies makeup with a brush while looking in a mirror.
A model walks down the runway in a long, silver silk dress with beading and matching beaded headpiece.
A model poses at the end of the runway in a flannel that is cinched at the waist and jeans.
Two students talk to each other while one makes adjustments to the collar of the runway outfit.
Eight students wearing whites and browns with their hair and makeup done sit backstage.
A model stands at the end of the runway in wearing a long white silky dress with a veil covering her face

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A student wearing a black vest and purple shirt strikes a pose at the end of the runway
A student in black abstract shaped pants, heels, and a red top poses for a photo.
Two students wearing cream and white tops and skirts pose for a selfie together
A student walks down the runway wearing a black mesh top and pants with a translucent black veil covering her face and arms.
A student walks down the runway wearing a flowy white blouse and pants.
A model poses at the end of the runway wearing a purple top and mini skirt, black gloves, and a white train draping behind her.
A student in a blue dress takes a photo of three other students posing together.
A student poses on the runway wearing matching tank top and pants featuring thick lines of blues throughout.
A student walks down the runway wearing a black outfit featuring several different materials.

Published March 25, 2026

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