Bentonville Fashion Week -Rod Gray | WASTE NOT WANT WEARABLES

Kicking off the Friday night runway at the Bentonville Fashion Week Spring/Summer Show 2026, held at The Ledger in Bentonville Arkansas was designer Rod Gray of WASTE NOT WANT WEARABLES. Rod set the tone for an unforgettable evening rooted in creativity, fun, purpose, and innovation. Rod Gray introduced the audience to a world where sustainability and style are seamlessly woven together.

🧵 Wearable Art with a Story-Bentonville Fashion Week

A self-taught designer, Rod Gray transforms vintage quilts, worn denim, and recycled textiles into one-of-a-kind wearable art. Each piece carries its own history, reimagined into bold, contemporary designs that honor the past while stepping confidently into the future.

His work is more than fashion—it’s storytelling. Every stitch, patch, and texture reflects a commitment to craftsmanship and a deep respect for materials that might otherwise be forgotten. Check out his runway in photos below.

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