About

Olive Boté is a design student set to graduate in Spring 2026. They are currently completing an associate’s degree in Footwear and Accessories Design from FIT, following three years at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Textile and Fashion Design.

Olive’s work approaches design through the lens of storytelling and curated maximalism. Their work often embraces a deliberate juxtaposition of abrasion with softness, reflecting a commitment to material exploration and self expression. Designs may be revealing or risqué, but never without a sense of purpose.

In recent months, Olive has added machine knitting and leather construction to their technical practice.