Raphael Castelmezzano, 19

Burlington, Ontario

Raphael brings this year's male influence to the ReDesigner board all the way from Ontario. Introduced to thrift shopping by his mom, Raphael now visits his local Value Village 1-2 times per week. As a fan of simplicity, Raphael loves to interpret designer clothes in his own way by picking up similar styles at Value Village. Among his "favorite finds" Raphael has discovered a Burberry Trench, Dior sunglasses and a Dior jacket at his local Value Village. He finds his fashion inspiration in music, nature, pictures and his friends. Raphael believes color coordination and proportion are key when putting together the perfect outfit.

Geneva Hopson, 16

Austin, Texas

With a Savers thrift store within walking distance of her school, Geneva shops often to find the latest treasures, particularly vintage pieces. She loves thrifting and redesigning her own clothing in order to get a hip individual look that's never boring or out of style. A Betsey Johnson fan, Geneva herself is a budding designer who has already compiled some of her own impressive collections. Someday she would like to own her own unique boutique, complete with thrift apparel and local independent designs.

Emily Stopp, 13

Richmond, BC

Emily is a talented fashionista who enjoys regularly visiting her nearby Value Village store, often with many friends in tow. With a style that combines fresh, young, funky and colorful, Emily isn't afraid to take chances with her look. Her dream is to one day become a fashion designer, and she has been sketching designs for as long as she can remember! She is a talented seamstress, and when shopping thrift, always looks for ways to make pieces better by adding her own creative touch.

Nicole D'Arcangelo, 17

Scottsdale, AZ

Nicole views thrift shopping as a creative expression, and loves that you can be classy and save money at the same time. Her favorite fashions are from the 70's and anything with bright colors, which she picks up on her almost weekly trips to the local Savers store. She applies her fashion talent to add personal style to each of her outfits and make them her own with creative flair. Her favorite designer is Marc Jacobs because of his trendy down-to-earth looks that he transforms into high fashion. She hopes to soon be studying design in NYC, on her way to a fashion career.

Rachel Johnson, 17

Las Vegas, NV

From the buzzing city of Vegas, Rachel is a fashion-conscious Savers regular. In what started as visits for costumes only, Rachel soon discovered the beauty of thrift shopping and became a frequent shopper for all her favorite vintage finds and more. She has a knack for mixing and matching colors and fabrics, and wearing everything with complete confidence. A true fashion leader, she has even influenced some friends to start shopping thrift. Rachel would like to one day blend her passion for fashion and travel into an international career.

Trixie Encomienda, 17

Cerritos, California

A seasoned thrifter, Trixie has been around thrift stores since she was just ten years old, and enjoys every minute of it. Today, it's hard to find something in her closet that isn't from a thrift store, including her prom dress - a Savers find which she slightly altered to make her own. Her career goal is to be a fashion designer and she's been making her own clothes since she was young - beginning with doll clothes or anything she could get her hands on! Trixie likes to surprise people with outfits that "pop," and look like a million bucks without spending it.