Featured Speaker(s)

Anna Leighton, an Otis College of Art and Design alumna, is a visionary at the confluence of fashion, technology, and sustainability. She champions using technology for eco-friendly fashion design, evident in her brand Annatarian. Known for its eco-couture collections and the PeaceLoveEarth jewelry line, Annatarian has been showcased at prestigious events like the Los Angeles Natural History Museum and Sundance Film Festival, and has appeared on The View, The Style Network, and at the Oscars.

Annatarian's designs are featured in The Knot and WWD, and have appeared on global TV networks and movies, including Transformers. Anna sells her unique dresses exclusively through Annatarian, embodying the ethos "One-of-a-kind because you are.” Annatarian’s AI fashion collection was in the top ten at AI Fashion Week in Spring 2023, and is again in the running for AI Fashion Week’s Fall 2023 edition.

Anna's mission extends beyond fashion. She uses her designs, often crafted from vintage and organic materials, to promote peace, love, and understanding. Her eco-effective design philosophy emphasizes environmental replenishment, positive impact, and zero waste. Merging elements like vintage kimonos with muu muus, her work symbolizes unity and transformation. As an artist and designer, Anna is dedicated to advocating positive change and celebrating beauty in all its forms.