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Cumbia told Cherie that she stopped counting

around 100, though

it was probably

between 150 and 200

hours. Cumbia is

definitely a designer

to keep an eye on

in the future! She has

found a passion for

bridal ware and is

currently looking for

a job as a bridal

consultant

after

graduation

in May.

She has

even considered

opening her own bridal shop but that would be well into the future.

Another special designer was our very own Editor- in- Chief, Sarah Eliza Bell. I am honored to have been one of the three models representing her Phantom of the Opera haute couture fashion line. Her talent as a designer is even greater than her impeccable skills as an editor. Even as a sophomore up against seniors and other designers

with years of sewing

experience, her collection brought the

spectacle to a show-

stopping end.As we

took stage for our final walk, the audience rose

from their seats in uproarious applause.

For the next couple of

minutes, we soaked

in the warmth

of the spotlight

and the

adrenaline

of the moment.

It was bittersweet.

Even though our

feet were begging us to remove the 4-inch heels, none of us were ready for the night to end. Project Hollywood was a success! And next year is sure to be even better.

“We'll see where the Lord takes me.”

Designer: Erin Cumbia

The Designers and Directors