Trashion

It became clear that Cottage Grove was hungry for a creative center like OPAL. We’ve carried that energy for over a decade, kept the vision alive even during a pandemic and are thrilled to get creative once again.

Since those first days, we’ve had more than forty designers on stage and well over a hundred models. We are excited to welcome new and past designers back to take the stage once again.

Trashion is just one way OPAL celebrates this community full of creative and talented people here in Cottage Grove.

Tickets go on sale on March 24th, 2025

Trashion 2025: April 17-19 & 24-26

Tickets Go On Sale: March 2025

Designer Registration Deadline: February 9, 2025

REGISTRAION IS NOW CLOSED

Rules and Guidelines

NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. ALL ARE WELCOME!

• All designers must be present for the first meeting on February 9th at OPAL.
• Fashions should be made from at least 75% recyclable or reused materials that would otherwise be thrown away or recycled. These fashions can include cardboard, steel/tin, recycled fabric or clothing, aluminum, plastics, paper cartons, chipboard, newspaper, mixed papers (magazines, junk mail, and catalogs), and paper bags. Used clothing is acceptable provided it has been significantly repurposed and redesigned into something substantially “new.” Think transformation!
• No more than 3 designs per designer
• Fashions should be durable enough for wear throughout both weekends.
• Footwear, accessories and makeup can be used to enhance overall ensembles.
• Trashion is an all ages event. Fashion ensembles must remain modest and family friendly.