Quién soy? | Who am I? 

Stephanie Carlo (she/her) is a multifaceted fashion designer and educator dedicated to shaping the next generation of creatives. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, she earned her B.F.A. in Fashion Design from the School of Fine Arts and Design of Puerto Rico and her M.F.A. from Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD).

Her career began under the mentorship of Colombian designer Gustavo Arango, where she immersed herself in the world of eveningwear and luxury textiles. As his right hand, Stephanie managed the atelier and boutique, coordinated fashion shows, oversaw production, and designed textiles, experiences that deepened her love for craftsmanship and innovation.

While working with Gustavo, Stephanie discovered her passion for teaching. What began as part‑time instruction quickly grew into a lifelong commitment to education. Today, she continues to inspire students while maintaining a freelance practice in patternmaking, collection development, fashion illustration, and textile and graphic design.

Qué hago? | Currently doing?

Stephanie Carlo is a fashion designer, educator, and program leader dedicated to shaping the next generation of creative talent. She currently serves as Department Chair and Assistant Professor of Fashion Design at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design in Denver, where she combines academic leadership with a personal practice that spans consultancy, live illustration, product development, and technical services such as digital patternmaking and sample creation.

Before joining RMCAD, Carlo spent six years at Stephens College in Missouri, advancing from Assistant Professor to Chair of the Fashion Programs. Under her leadership, the program was recognized among the best in the nation by the Business of Fashion, offering students a comprehensive education in design, marketing, communication, and apparel studies.

Her teaching philosophy centers on preparing designers for an industry in transformation, one that demands environmental sensitivity, inclusivity, and the dismantling of outdated systems. In the classroom and through her practice, Carlo equips emerging designers with the skills and perspective to thrive in a diverse and evolving fashion landscape.