Released on: October 15, 2008, 10:38 am

Press Release Author: CORDURA (R) Fabric

Industry: Apparel & Fashion

Press Release Summary: Ryan Ocampo, a student from Fashion Institute of Technology
(FIT) in New York City, received top honors from the esteemed panel of PROJECT OR
judges for his army inspired jacket made with CORDURA(r) fabric.

Press Release Body: WILMINGTON, DEL - September X, 2008 - Five students from the
nation's top design schools were invited to participate in the Outdoor Retailer
Summer Market's inaugural PROJECT OR design competition, in Salt Lake City Aug. 8
-11. Competitors were given 48 hours to design and produce an outdoor prototype
garment constructed with fabrics supplied by show exhibitors.

Ryan Ocampo, a student from Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City,
received top honors from the esteemed panel of judges for his army inspired jacket
made with CORDURA(r) fabric.

"We are thrilled to have had the opportunity be a part of Project OR and are honored
that CORDURA(r) brand fabrics were featured in the winning design," said Cindy
McNaull, Global CORDURA(r) brand manager. "It is important to bring today's youth
into the outdoors and Ryan did an excellent job of bringing fresh and innovative
ideas to the industry."

During the 48 hours, students collected all materials for their designs from fabric
suppliers on the trade show floor. The contestants then conceptualized their
individual designs for the final judging on Sunday, Aug. 10.
"The first Project OR design competition was such a great success -- due to the
caliber of design talent that came from the design schools, along with the support
of the supplier community at Outdoor Retailer who stepped forward to provide
cutting-edge fabrics for the students to use in their prototypes," said Kenji
Haroutunian, show director for Outdoor Retailer. "Because of the program's
success, we look forward to bringing more young designers into the marketplace at
Outdoor Retailer."
Other participants in the project include: Kristen Jones from North Carolina State
University, Aimee Morrow from Colorado State University in Ft. Collins, Casey
Stannard from Washington State University in Pullman and Allison Stelyn from Fashion
Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) in Los Angeles, California.



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"In order to design a practical outdoor product, I needed a fabric that was made to
last. I chose CORDURA(r) fabric because it is high performing and durable. My
end-user will enjoy it because it is breathable and something they will be able to
wear over and over again," said Ryan Ocampo, winner of Project OR. "Being involved
in Project OR gave me great insight into what outdoor enthusiasts need to succeed in
their adventures. I feel honored to be recognized by Outdoor Retailer, and I look
forward to continuing to design stylish and functional garments for the outdoor
industry."
Ryan, along with the other four participants, will be featured in the fall issue of
Fabric Insight. To see video of Project OR and the winning design featuring CORDURA(r)
fabric go to www.outdoorretailer.com.
About CORDURA(r) Brand
CORDURA(r) brand is the registered trademark of INVISTA for durable fabrics. Known for
its resistance to abrasions, tears and scuffs, CORDURA(r) fabric is used in a wide
range of products, including luggage, backpacks, boots, military wear and
performance apparel. For more information, visit www.CORDURA.com.

About INVISTA
INVISTA is an integrated fibers and polymers business with a global presence. It
operates four major businesses: Apparel; Intermediates; Performance Surfaces and
Materials; and Polymer and Resins. INVISTA delivers exceptional value for its
customers through market insights and technology innovations, along with a powerful
portfolio of some of the most recognized global brands and trademarks in their
respective industries including: ADI-PURE(r), ANTRON(r), AVORA(r) FR, INVISTA(r) C12,
COMFOREL(r), COOLMAX(r), CORDURA(r), CORFREE(r), DACRON(r), INVISTA(r) DBE, DYTEK(r), ESP(r),
FRESHFLEX(tm), CORDURA(r) NYCO, LYCRA(r), PERFORMA(r), POLARGUARD(r), POLYSHIELD(r), POLYCLEAR(r),
SOLARMAX(r), STAINMASTER(r), SUPPLEX(r), SUPRIVA(tm), TACTEL(r), TACTESSE(r), TERATE(r), TERATHANE(r)
and THERMOLITE(r). More information on INVISTA can be found at www.INVISTA.com.

About Outdoor Retailer: Outdoor Retailer, produced by the Nielsen Sports Group
division of Nielsen Business Media, is the leading outdoor industry
business-to-business trade event, bringing together top manufacturers, retailers,
industry advocates and media to conduct the business of the recreational outdoors.
Currently in its 26th successful year, OR gathers approximately 40,000 attendees on
a semi-annual basis for both Fall/Winter/Holiday and Spring/Summer markets. The
Nielsen Sports Group, headquartered in San Juan Capistrano, Calif., and its
predecessor companies have been in the exposition and conference business for over
35 years.


Media Contact
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Howard, Merell & Partners
Tel: (919) 844-2764
nbucalo@merrellgroup.com


Web Site: http://www.cordura,com

Contact Details: Nicole Bucalo Curtis
8521 Six Forks rd.
Raleigh, NC 27615
Tel: (919) 844-2764
nbucalo@merrellgroup.com