Hello! I am an undergraduate student currently enrolled at the University of North Texas, pursuing a double major in Fashion Design and Interdisciplinary Art and Design, with minors in merchandising and theatre production.

In the realm of fashion, I am in the process of honing my skills as a proficient pattern maker and illustrator, specializing in fashion figures and flat designs. Furthermore, my minor in merchandising has equipped me with a good foundation in marketing principles, which I have applied in the operation of my small brand. This hands-on experience definitely helped my understanding of the business aspects of the fashion industry.

My academic journey also extends into theatre production, where I am actively working toward a minor. My dedication is evident through almost four years of hands-on involvement in costume production and wardrobe supervising at the University of North Texas.

Yes I do!

Fashion

• Kohl’s - Sonoma Men’s- Summer Apparel Design Intern

• ITAA 25’ Undergrad Design Exhibition semifinalist

• Featured Designer in UNT’s “Beyond our Control” AI in Design Project

• Featured Design in Meow Wolf’s 24’ ‘Trashion Show’

• Featured as a Designer in UNT’s Merch Inc. Fashion Show in Fall 23’, Spring 23’, and Fall 24’.

Theatre

• Currently Lead Draper at the University of North Texas

• Three years of experience as a Costume Shop Assistant and Wardrobe Supervisor at UNT

• Assistant Designer for UNT’s 2024 Spring Dance Concert and 2024 New Choreographers Concert

• Stitcher for 2024 summer season of Shakespeare Dallas

• Wardrobe Supervisor for Winter 2024 Dallas ‘Junior Players’

I have finished my minor in Merchandising at UNT and I am proficient in the following areas

• Advanced Sewing

• Advanced Pattern Making

• Fashion Drawing

• Textiles

• Draping

• Photoshop

• Illustrator

• CLO

• Browzwear

• PLM Systems

Email - benarevalo@my.unt.edu

LinkedIn- www.linkedin.com/in/ben-arevalo-55626528b

Insta - @benarevalo

Brand Insta - @valo.wear