P R O F I L E
Kyle Denman is a fashion designer and artist based in Los Angeles, California. Before entering the creative space, Kyle studied political science with a focus on nonprofit policy. Having always loved art as a child, he craved creative expression and freedom. In 2016, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue fashion design and has grown a client list to include names like Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Miss Teen Vietnam, and Georgina Pazcoguin the "Rogue Ballerina." He has received accolades for his work, including being recognized as the 2021 International Fashion Designer of the Year and being named on the inaugural Forbes 30 Under 30 Los Angeles list.
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For years, Kyle has taught design and art to youth from underserved communities. Many of the young people who he has taught are systems-impacted and have experienced trauma from trafficking, housing insecurity, and gang violence. Through the lenses of art and design, Kyle teaches social-emotional skills and the importance of vulnerability and creative expression. Kyle also currently serves as the Executive Director of the social impact arts organization, Arts Bridging the Gap.
V I S I O N
Kyle's mission is to ignite a culture of change through creativity and curiosity. Hoping to use his own platform and privilege to create social change, share cultural narratives, and expand the creative economy, he considers fashion to be an all-encompassing art—movement, design, architecture, and storytelling juxtaposed in socio-political, cultural, and historical contexts. Fashion—at its core—is a record of the zeitgeist and the innovation of people. As an artist, Kyle is known for his avant-garde style, unique architectural silhouettes, and the emotional narratives woven into his creations.
R E C O G N I T I O N S
2023 Forbes 30 Under 30
2022 MUSE Design Award Platinum Award
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2021 International Design Awards Fashion Designer of the Year
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2021 International Design Awards Gold in Avant-Garde Womenswear
2021 International Design Awards Gold in Haute Couture Womenswear
2021 International Design Awards Gold in Runway Collections
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2018 Young Fashion Designer of the Year
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2016 Project Runway Remake It Work Grand Prize Winner
P H I L O S O P H Y
Kyle believes in the transformative power of creativity to inspire, provoke, and ignite change. As an artist, his mission is to spark a culture of curiosity that transcends traditional boundaries and fosters new ways of thinking, creating, and engaging with the world. Kyle works at the intersection of education, art and design, and social impact where he sees limitless potential to challenge the status quo and inspire meaningful dialogue.
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With a unique background in political science, education, and the arts, Kyle brings a profound and interdisciplinary approach to his work. His understanding of systems, human behavior, and social structures allows him to approach creativity as a tool for social change—one that is rooted in critical thinking and empathy. This combination of disciplines equips him with the ability to bridge the gap between theory and practice, blending intellectual rigor with artistic innovation to create experiences that resonate on both a cognitive and emotional level.
Through his work, Kyle aims to break down the barriers between art, learning, and advocacy, creating spaces for reflection, conversation and collective action. He views creativity not just as an aesthetic pursuit, but as a vital tool for solving social issues and empowering communities. Whether on the runway, through public art installations, or in collaborative projects, his approach is rooted in the belief that curiosity is the starting point for innovation and that art has the capacity to both reflect and shape the world we live in.
By merging these disciplines, Kyle strives to ignite a shift in how we think, teach, and engage with the world around us—transforming art into a catalyst for social change and education into a foundation for creative exploration.