University of North Texas 
Tyner Makalee Heatwave
About: I'm an Indigenous entrepreneur and senior Fashion Design major at UNT. For the past 5 years, I've run a nail business and stepped into the modeling industry both locally and throughout Indian Country. These experiences have shaped my perspective as a designer and shown me that my inspirations and goals are within reach. As an independent designer, I'm creating a heatwave in the fashion industry - bringing vision, drive, and authenticity to everything I do.
A 4-look women's evening wear collection featuring designs inspired by Chief Tecumseh "Panther in the Sky." Using the night sky and natural earthy colors as the focused color palette. Featuring techniques like beadwork and leatherwork. Accessories made from real deerskin, dentalium shells, and fox tail fur.
A 4-look women's evening wear collection featuring designs inspired by Chief Tecumseh
"Panther in the Sky." Using the night sky and natural earthy colors as the focused
color palette. Featuring techniques like beadwork and leatherwork. Accessories made
from real deerskin, dentalium shells, and fox tail fur.