Person sitting cross-legged with hands on knees, wearing a conical Asian hat, in a dark, minimal room.

about

Two children engaging in a card game on the floor in a dimly lit room, with one child wearing headphones and the other with a cloth wrapped around their head.

my practice

Alongside academic and professional work, Mio develops M10, an independent brand Exploring Japanese cultural frameworks through contemporary form. The brand functions as a space for experimentation and conceptual development, allowing her to investigate silhouettes beyond commissioned work.

experience

mio okagaki is a new york city based who holds an aas in fashion design and is currently completing her bfa at FIT. her practice is grounded in research/concept-led design, exploring movement and culture through tactile development

independent work

Her work has been exhibited through showcases, including runway27 and aas capstone.
She has gained experience through internships, freelance work, and collaborative projects at nyes, zara, and blush magazine, where she developed skills in construction, collaboration, and visual direction.