Designing a Dark and Creative Vision
Here at Avenue Five Institute, we are always excited to see how our aspiring professionals interpret a creative prompt. For our recent Fall Fashion Show, evening student Monzeratt Hernandez embraced the dramatic Victorian Nocturne theme with her group, cleverly named “The Bloody Extractions.” As a dedicated student in the Esthetics Program at our North Austin Campus, Monzeratt brought a distinct vision to the runway. “The victorian era inspired my theme for tonight,” she shared. “To stick to the halloween theme we decided to be gothic vampires set in the Victorian Era.” To achieve this aesthetic, she used a mixture of various makeup brands to bring the haunting look to life.
Cross-Program Collaboration in North Austin
Bringing a historical theme to the modern runway involves serious planning and resourcefulness. Securing the right wardrobe became a primary focus for her team. “The biggest challenge we faced was finding Victorian style pieces to create our look,” Monzeratt noted. They successfully overcame this hurdle by sourcing garments from local thrift and Halloween stores.
The Avenue Five Institute culture thrives on teamwork, and the backstage environment of the fashion show was no exception. By working together, students are able to elevate their final presentations. “The energy throughout the school is very creative, collaborative and fun! I loved seeing every one from different classes help each other,” Monzeratt explained. To complete their gothic vampire aesthetic, her esthetics group reached out across programs. “We asked a cosmo student to help achieve our looks for tonight,” she added, showcasing the true collaborative spirit of our student body.
Preparing for a Collaborative Career
Stepping away from standard classroom routines to participate in a large-scale event is an essential part of Avenue Five Institute training. For Monzeratt, the event was a valuable opportunity to practice working within a professional team environment. “Participating in the Fall Fashion show will help me in the future by providing me with skills on how I can collaborate with my fellow beauty artists,” she said.
As she continues her education, her goal is to perform makeup professionally after she graduates. Through her striking runway presentation, Monzeratt’s intention for the audience is clear. “I hope to impact others to tap into their creativity more,” she shared.
