Lavish costumes and the latest in fashion goes on display at the 2019 graduation show for the clothing department of Nantong University, held in Chongchuan district on May 22. [Photo/ntu.edu.cn]

A stunning fashion show, showcasing cutting-edge designs by graduates, hit the catwalks at Nantong University in Chonghchuan district, Nantong, in eastern Jiangsu province, on May 22.

A total of 23 collections were selected from 130 works by graduates from the School of Textile and Clothing and NTU's Xinglin College.

Founded in 1992, the clothing department of NTU has cultivated the talent of thousands of professionals currently working in the country's textile and clothing industry. 

Many graduates from the department have won various awards at domestic and international clothing and home textile design competitions, as well as model contests.