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orli wasa

Shenkar College of Engineering, Design and Art

Fashion designer exploring the intersection of streetwear, culture, and identity. My work blends Ethiopian heritage with contemporary menswear through bold silhouettes, textile experimentation, and unexpected material combinations.

HABESHA

Category: Apparel

Competitions: Fashion Competition 2026

This menswear collection reimagines Ethiopian-Israeli identity by merging Ethiopian heritage, Israeli culture, and African American hip-hop influences into a bold contemporary vision, creating a new image of the Ethiopian-Israeli man through fashion, pride, and cultural confidence.

Working with our partners at Arts Thread to develop lifelong learning and career opportunities for students of fashion and design. Our partnership provides the opportunity to compete on a world stage, participate in industry led workshops, set up an outstanding portfolio and gain access to the resources that will kickstart careers in fashion and design.