Recognition

In the Press

Featured in Vogue, Teen Vogue, the Ellen Show, Harper's Bazaar, POPSUGAR, ABC7, and more. A collective audience of 41 million.

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Vogue HK — Hottest Designers to Keep on Your Radar

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Vogue HK · 2023

Hottest Designers to Keep on Your Radar

Who to watch for this fashion month — Vogue highlights Ashlyn So among the hottest designers to keep on your radar.

Ellen Show — Ashlyn So on the Ellen Show

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Ashlyn So on the Ellen Show

Ashlyn discusses her activism-inspired fashion and journey as the youngest Asian-American designer at NYFW. 126,000+ views.

Teen Vogue — 13-Year-Old Activist and Designer Is Fighting AAPI Hate

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Teen Vogue · 2021

13-Year-Old Activist and Designer Is Fighting AAPI Hate

"I have to use the voice that I was given." Teen Vogue profiles Ashlyn So's intersection of fashion and activism.

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2025

3 features

Washington Square News — Global Fashion Collective Spotlights Designers at NYFW

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Global Fashion Collective Spotlights Designers at NYFW

NYU's Washington Square News covers Ashlyn So's RECOLORED collection at The Glasshouse — coral-inspired dresses and handmade gold jewelry benefiting Coral Gardeners.

YoungArts — National YoungArts Winner with Distinction in Design

National YoungArts Winner with Distinction in Design

Ashlyn So named a 2025 National YoungArts Winner with Distinction in Design — one of the most prestigious awards for young artists in the United States.

OutLoud! Culture — GFC Takes the Stage at The Glasshouse

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GFC Takes the Stage at The Glasshouse

OutLoud! Culture reviews Ashlyn So's RECOLORED collection — 12 coral-reef-inspired looks exploring identity and environmental restoration at NYFW 2025.

2024

2 features

Voyage LA — Daily Inspiration: Meet Ashlyn So

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Daily Inspiration: Meet Ashlyn So

In-depth Voyage LA interview on Ashlyn So's origin story, Alexandria Von Bromssen mentorship, activism journey, and the UNSEEN collection.

ShoutOut LA — Meet Ashlyn So | Fashion Designer and Activist

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Meet Ashlyn So | Fashion Designer and Activist

ShoutOut LA sits down with Ashlyn So to discuss her journey as a fashion designer and activist.

2023

4 features

The Knockturnal — NYFW Designer Ashlyn So Advocates for Mental Health

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NYFW Designer Ashlyn So Advocates for Mental Health

The Knockturnal profiles Ashlyn So's SS24 collection UNSEEN — a testament to her mental health healing journey and a call to break the silence on stigma.

Socialiteen — NYFW Ashlyn So SS24

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NYFW Ashlyn So SS24

Socialiteen covers Ashlyn So's solo NYFW show — stunning organzas and chrome fabric in fantastical silhouettes with live cello performance.

JT Dapper Fashion Week — Ashlyn So SS24 at New York Fashion Week

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Ashlyn So SS24 at New York Fashion Week

JT Dapper covers Ashlyn So's SS24 collection at NYFW — 19 sculptural looks exploring mental health with debut menswear line.

Fashion Week Online — Teen Designer Amplifies Desire for Change at NYFW

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Teen Designer Amplifies Desire for Change at NYFW

Fashion Week Online profiles Ashlyn So as 'the agent of change' — forward-looking designs symbolizing ongoing progress and commitment to a more just world.

2022

1 feature

ABC7 News — Ashlyn So: Beneath the Surface

Ashlyn So: Beneath the Surface

ABC7 original mini documentary exploring Ashlyn So's life as a designer, activist, and teen navigating the fashion world.

2021

4 features

POPSUGAR — After Conquering NYFW Twice, This 13-Year-Old Designer...

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After Conquering NYFW Twice, This 13-Year-Old Designer...

"It's about setting my own worries aside to help others." POPSUGAR covers Ashlyn's journey from NYFW to activism.

Seventeen — Voice of Change

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Voice of Change

Seventeen Magazine features Ashlyn So's work as a voice of change in the AAPI community through fashion.

ABC7 Localish — 13-Year-Old Fashion Designer Turned Activist

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13-Year-Old Fashion Designer Turned Activist

13-year-old fashion designer Ashlyn So leads Asian American activism in the Bay Area.

Inspiring Teens — Inspiring Teens Nomination

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Inspiring Teens Nomination

Ashlyn So nominated and featured in Inspiring Teens Magazine for her work in fashion and activism.

2020

6 features

E! People's Choice Awards — People's Hero 2020

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People's Hero 2020

Recognized at the E! People's Choice Awards as a People's Hero for her activism and fashion-driven philanthropy.

South China Morning Post — 12-Year-Old Designer's NYFW Debut

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12-Year-Old Designer's NYFW Debut

SCMP Style covers Ashlyn So's debut as the youngest Asian-American designer to exhibit at New York Fashion Week.

FashionUnited — 12-Year-Old Asian American Debuts at NYFW 2020

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12-Year-Old Asian American Debuts at NYFW 2020

FashionUnited covers Ashlyn So's new collection debut at New York Fashion Week 2020.

Earnshaw's — Q&A with 12-Year-Old Design Prodigy Ashlyn So

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Q&A with 12-Year-Old Design Prodigy Ashlyn So

The youngest Asian-American designer to exhibit at NYFW turns heads with chic styles for women and tween girls.

KidFash Magazine — You Reap What You Sew: A Story of Passion and Dedication

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You Reap What You Sew: A Story of Passion and Dedication

KidFash Magazine's cover story on Ashlyn So's fashion journey and humanitarian work.

Harper's Bazaar — NYFW 2020 Coverage

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NYFW 2020 Coverage

Harper's Bazaar features Ashlyn So's collection in their New York Fashion Week 2020 coverage.

2019

1 feature

Spark Creators — The Kid Fashion Designer Featured on NYFW

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The Kid Fashion Designer Featured on NYFW

Podcast interview with Ashlyn So about her couture designs and New York Fashion Week experience.

2018

1 feature

Ignite Labs — Video Interview with Kidpreneur: Ashlyn So

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Video Interview with Kidpreneur: Ashlyn So

A conversation with Ashlyn So — fashion designer, SF Bay Area resident, and young entrepreneur. Get inspired!

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