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The Value Of A Fashion Design Degree


Payton Gonzales

Payton Gonzales

Master's Candidate, Student Teacher, Fashion Designer

Colorado State University

The actual road to being someone that truly is standout oftentimes is not a well-traveled path.

About Payton

  • As a high school student in Fort Collins, Colorado, I found my passion for design through Colorado State University’s Eco Week and a captivating fashion show.
  • I chose apparel merchandising at Colorado State University, which combined my love for fashion with my drive to create and problem-solve.
  • Spending extra time in undergrad turned into a blessing—it led me to the RDC labs, sparking my journey in 3D prototyping.
  • By mastering industry-leading CAD software and machinery, I transformed my creative skills into valuable technical expertise.
  • Designing, creating, and collaborating at Colorado State University ignited my vision to revolutionize fashion with sustainable 3D prototyping.
  • Now, I’m building pathways for the future of digital fashion, driven by my passion to minimize waste and redefine how people shop.