Owen James

Designer: Owen James

Hometown: Charlotte, NC

Email: oojames@ncsu.edu

Collection Title: [CIV-MIL]

Bio

Owen James is a designer currently based in Raleigh, NC. Main sources of inspiration include movies, art, history, and fashion designers Jun Takahashi and Raf Simons. [CIV-MIL] is for anyone to love and wear.

Collection Concept

The name [CIV-MIL] comes from the term ‘civil military relations’ referring to the complex relationship between civil society and military organizations. Drawing inspiration from military silhouettes, imagery, and fabrics, this collection is a clash of streetwear and uniform, prioritizing comfort and functionality.