Don't be afraid to start." Meet Our Championship Threads Winner

In 2026, the Championship Threads contest invited our community to explore the connection between fashion, cultural identity, and the energy of soccer through designs created in CLO. Participants transformed their interpretations of different countries into original designs that brought together creativity, technical skill, and innovation. We spoke with the overall winner, Natalia , a Product Developer, Fashion Design graduate, and 3D Artist, to learn more about her self-taught journey with CLO and the creative process behind her winning project. Inspired by Canada’s landscapes, the colors and movement of the Northern Lights, and the spirit of soccer, she created an inclusive, transformable garment that can shift from parachute-style pants into a tunic dress. In this interview, Natalia sh