Emi Cepeda Alvarez

Designer: Emi Cepeda Alvarez

Hometown: Thomasville, North Carolina

Email: ecepeda@ncsu.edu

Collection Title: Reasonable Doubt

Bio

My love for apparel started with streetwear’s rise within the hypebeast culture. This led to me beginning a clothing line in high school called “Free World Forever,” which led me to continue my apparel journey here at Wilson. I hope to work for some of my favorite brands one day, and I would love to continue producing apparel on my own.

Collection Concept

The concept behind ‘Reasonable Doubt’ embraces uncertainty as a natural part of growth and self-discovery. It celebrates the journey through life’s dualities and ambiguities. The collection is inspired by Y2K street silhouettes, workwear aesthetics, and the raw energy of alternative music scenes, reflecting the diverse influences shaping modern youth.

“Reasonable Doubt” invites wearers to embrace their inner contradictions and express themselves authentically.