Trash 2 Trends Fashion Show – Orlando Sentinel

DefenzMechanizm presents “A Cautionary Tale” which is made from prescription pill bottle, orange road construction netting and other items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. This entry won the top prize in the show. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Fashion models gather under a dinosaur skeleton during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Scott Maxwell, serving as emcee, struts his stuff on the catwalk at the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Tiasha Jackson models “Waste to Wonder: The Caribbean Chrysalis” by designer Jasmine Purkiss which is made from plastic bags and mardis gras beads during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Samantha Bellaire models “The Queen of Broken Hearts” which is made from old discarded pet items such as pet collars, beds and feedbags during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Latoya Glover models “The Ballerina of Lake Eola” by designer Megan Pinto which is made from discarded items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Lindsay Agnew models “The Grocery Statement” which is made from grocery plastic bags during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Catie Bolin models “Black, White, and Red All Over” by designer Megan Elizabeth Smith which is made newspaper pieced together with red thread during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Lindsay Agnew models “The Grocery Statement” which is made from grocery plastic bags during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Brittini Carter models “The 32 Million Dollar Dress” by designer Kikmberly Murray Patel which is covered with fliers from the last day of the Fringe Festival during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Andrea Scalo models “Fragile…handle with care” by designer Jill Scalo which is made from a variety of common waste items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Susan Wilson models “Silver Leaf” which is made from plastic and mylar during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Tiasha Jackson models “Waste to Wonder: The Caribbean Chrysalis” by designer Jasmine Purkiss which is made from plastic bags and mardis gras beads during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Jaylon Liggins models “Inside my Lunchbox” which is made from snack-inspired wrappers and shopping bags during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

M. Rooker models “Second Skin” by designer Rodny T. Ochoa which is made from waste items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Elise Biniak models “Shining Illusions” by designer Iris T. Mora which is made plastic spoons, trash bags, soda cans and other items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Judges watch during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Sydney Cruces models “Gravity Defied” by designer Sharon Huang which is made from over 215 Jimmy Hohn’s potato chip bags, Patron liquor bottle ribbons and other items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Stephanie Blunt models “Coops d’etat: Rural Royalty” by designer Kayla Rieves which is made from discarded feed bags and other items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Emma Ayson models “Wedding Dress for the Woman Who Has Everything” by designers Kim Murphy and Robb Grier which is made from wig hair woven and dyed to look like fabric during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Emma Ayson models “Wedding Dress for the Woman Who Has Everything” by designers Kim Murphy and Robb Grier which is made from wig hair woven and dyed to look like fabric during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Kate Hartig models “Playbill Dress” which is made from discarded playbills from the Broadway series at Dr. Phillips Center during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Rachel Spencer models “The Circuit of Life” by designer Halley Spencer which is made from computer and electronic items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Beverly Lord models “Pampered in Patchwork” which is made from a tablecloth, baby wipe containers, and feeding tubes during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Ailse Darsch models “Let Them Eat Plastic” by designer Joslyn Hui which is made from soda cans, wire hangers and upcycled plastics during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Ailse Darsch models “Let Them Eat Plastic” by designer Joslyn Hui which is made from soda cans, wire hangers and upcycled plastics during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Jordann Human models “Fire & Rescue Bot” by designer Jill Moore which is made from an old bicycle helmet, plastics and other oil-based materials during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Brittini Carter models “The 32 Million Dollar Dress” by designer Kikmberly Murray Patel which is covered with fliers from the last day of the Fringe Festival during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Jelany Rivera models “Christmas Garden” by designer Joslyn Hui which is made from used Christmas lights and ornaments during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Italia Nicole Alicea models “Selkie’s Ballad” which is made from plastic beads mimicking the appearance of crude oil and other items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

DefenzMechanizm presents “A Cautionary Tale” which is made from prescription pill bottle, orange road construction netting and other items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. This entry won the top prize in the show. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Ellie Magray models “Revival Radiance”by designers Debra Wilson and Heather Magray which is made from used window parts and other construction industry materials during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. This entry won the top prize in the show. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Christian Herrera models “Balloon Bouquet” by designer Maribay Herrera which is made from used foil balloons, shower curtains, umbrellas and other items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. This entry won the top prize in the show. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

“A Vision of Transformation”, by designer Cristina Gonzalez, is made from discarded denim jeans during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. This entry won the top prize in the show. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Contestants and spectators gather under a dinosaur skeleton during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

DefenzMechanizm presents “A Cautionary Tale” which is made from prescription pill bottle, orange road construction netting and other items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. This entry won the top prize in the show. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Luna Zambito models “Gilded Waste” which is made from single use cardboard, tomato steak wire and other items during the Trash 2 Trends fashion show at the Orlando Science Center on Wednesday, May 7, 2025. Trash 2 Trends is a fundraiser that brings the fashion and art of local artists together with the environmental community to promote sustainability in an innovative way. This entry won the top prize in the show. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)