Photographer’s dream turns Great Salt Lake into high fashion while raising awareness for Utah’s iconic lake

  • Photographer Chris Carlson’s dream inspired a fashion project highlighting the Great Salt Lake.
  • Student designers created 21 couture pieces, each representing unique lake elements.
  • The project raised over $250,000 for conservation efforts, with a sold-out show.

SALT LAKE CITY — What started as a dream has become a one-of-a-kind fashion project celebrating the beauty and importance of Utah’s Great Salt Lake.

A collaboration between photographer Chris Carlson and student fashion designers has transformed stunning images of the lake into 21 handmade couture creations, all designed to inspire people to care about one of Utah’s most important natural treasures.

“I am painstakingly working down to the wire,” said student fashion designer Autumn Dohm, as she puts the finishing touches on her creation for the fashion show…

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