Name
Interview with Katya Ekimian: Designer of MET Gala Wool Dress
Date
Saturday, September 24, 2022
Time
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM (EDT)
Session Type
Demo
Level
For Everyone
Description

Katya is a brilliant designer and technician who happens to have a passion for wool. Armed with a freshly minted BFA from Parsons School of Design, where she received a Woolmark scholarship, Katya is on a mission to sneak wool into places people don't expect it. Places like music videos, Paris Fashion Week, and, well, the Met Gala. As an ambassador for The Livestock Conservatory, Katya's priority is bringing attention to lesser-known heritage and endangered breeds that would otherwise be eclipsed by Merino.

Using yarn from Wing and a Prayer Katya designed and constructed the perfect dress for Sandra Jarvis Weiss to wear to the Met Gala. Join Eve and Katya as they chat through the amazing process of making beautiful knitted garments.