
ETHAN
I grew up in South Lake Tahoe, where skiing, backpacking, and life outside shaped how I see the world. That "granola" identity still drives my work. I recently graduated from Utah State University with a B.S. in Outdoor Product Design & Development, focused on technical outerwear. Now I'm developing triathlon softgoods at Synergy Wetsuits, taking products from first sketch through Rhino and CLO 3D patterning to factory samples.
I design expressive pieces that work as hard as they look. Every bold choice has to earn its place through function. I'm drawn to oversized details and odd proportions, like giant pockets, exaggerated shapes, and silhouettes that feel bold but intentional. At the same time, I respect quiet, timeless design. What I enjoy most is finding the balance between those two worlds and pushing it in ways the outdoor industry hasn't fully explored. I want clothing to feel at home on the mountain and in daily life.
What Inspires me?
Athletes/Role Models: Deion Sanders, George Kittle, Stefan Laursen
Artists: Crazy P , Anderson Paak, Masayoshi Takanaka, Marlon Funaki
DJs: Ranger Trucco, Riordan, Pijus
Movies/ Shows: Better Call Saul, Robots (Disney), Abstract Free Ski
Books: Elevate and Dominate, Shoe Dog
Favorite Quote: "If you look good, you feel good. If you feel good, you play good. If you play good, they pay good." - Deion Sanders