Who is Elizabeth Shevelev? ‘OMG Fashun’ contestant’s designs have been worn by stars like Kylie Jenner and Megan Fox
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: E!'s upcoming fashion series 'OMG Fashun' is set to hit the TV screens soon! Hosting the show are Julia Fox and Law Roach, who will guide three contestants in each episode to design a cutting-edge outfit inspired by Fox's unique vision using unconventional materials and techniques that challenge traditional fashion norms.
A panel of judges, including Fox, Roach, and a guest expert, will evaluate the designs and award a $10,000 cash prize to the winning contestant, whose creation will be showcased by Fox herself.
Elizabeth Shevelev, a contestant on 'OMG Fashun', hails from New York and boasts remarkable talent as a designer and seamstress. Her portfolio already includes collaborations with celebrities like Kylie Jenner, Megan Fox, and Rosalia, and is gaining recognition in the fashion industry.
Shevelev creates her designs in her apartment, using a combination of texture and illusion to create unique pieces that blend art and fashion seamlessly.
In 2022, Kylie wore a personalized ensemble crafted by Elizabeth for a photoshoot promoting her popular beauty brand, Kylie Cosmetics. Meanwhile, Megan Fox sported a floral dress also created by Elizabeth for the cover of Glamour UK's April 2022 issue.
‘OMG Fashun’ star Elizabeth Shevelev's designs have been featured at the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Costume Institute
Elizabeth Shevelev, a prominent figure in the fashion world, has had her designs showcased at the prestigious Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Costume Institute. Her innovative and unique creations have not only garnered attention but also secured her a coveted spot in the museum's 'In America: A Lexicon of Fashion' exhibit.
In 2022, the Met Museum showcased a white knit dress created by Elizabeth, which she later proudly shared on her Instagram page, expressing her gratitude for the honor of having her design featured in such a prestigious institution.
She started by writing, "Incredibly honored and humbled to have an @elizabeth.shevelev White Knit Dress on display today through September 5th in @metcostumeinstitute’s In America: A Lexicon of American Fashion!"
"Thank you for an incredible write up Rosemary Feitelberg @wwd 🙏 Check the link in bio for the article! Thank you to everyone who has supported me thus far. And a huge thank you to Andrew Bolton and the team at @metcostumeinstitute @metmuseum @upnextdesigner! Thank you all for continuing to believe in me and the work I create❤️," she concluded.
Elizabeth Shevelev is excited to be a part of ‘OMG Fashun'
Elizabeth Shevelev is thrilled and ecstatic to have the opportunity to participate in the upcoming fashion series 'OMG Fashun'. She recently took to her Instagram page to express her enthusiasm about joining the show and being a part of the fashion world.
"I’ve been holding onto a secret…👀 swipe & keep reading! I’m beyond excited to announce that I will be competing on the premiere of @omg.fashun Catch me on TV May 6th @ 9:30pm EST, only on @eentertainment following the Met Gala coverage," she wrote.
Shevelev added, "Honored to be a part of a brand new series from the beautiful mind of @juliafox. Meeting my idols @juliafox @luxurylaw @phaedraparks for this episode absolutely rocked my world. What a fantastic cast and crew!"
The fashion designer went on to say, "Thank you for having me. I still can’t believe it...I guarantee you, this is going to be batshit and beautiful in all the best ways. Watch me fight for my mf life on nationial television!!!!!"
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‘OMG Fashun’ contestant Elizabeth Shevelev crafts outfits that blend traditional thinking and modern fashion
Elizabeth Shevelev, a contestant on 'OMG Fashun', has a unique design approach that challenges the boundaries between art and fashion. She creates sculptural garments that go beyond conventional fashion norms, embodying her signature style of 'femme-ancholy.'
By manipulating fabric on the body, Shevelev blends feminine elements with raw textures to create one-of-a-kind couture pieces. As a daring textile artist, she excels in techniques such as melting and collaging fabric, transforming destruction into a form of beauty and reinvention.
'OMG Fashun' premieres on Monday, May 6, 2024, at 9 pm ET on E!.