After Ah Loo’s final designs were modeled, Vera returned to the runway with her mother and brother Isaac to close out the collection, as a video of the late designer played on a wall as a backdrop.

Friends, family and fans of Afa Ah Loo — who was shot and killed during a protest — clapped and hooted Friday for each of his creations that others helped finish after his death.

Late Utah fashion designer Afa Ah Loo, who was killed at Salt Lake City’s "No Kings" protest, was memorialized by friends and family with a fashion collection he designed.

The month-long celebration includes cultural events, back-to-school supply donations, and more. A fashion show will honor designer Afa Ah Loo, showcasing Pacific Islander and Indigenous designs.

It’s been a few weeks since a beloved fashion designer was shot and killed. But Afa Ah Loo’s legacy lives on through some of the fabrics he has created over the years.

Family and friends gathered in Salt Lake City to remember Arthur “Afa” Folasa Ah Loo during a celebration of life ceremony Friday for the beloved local fashion designer who was shot and killed ...

Spenser Heaps for Utah News Dispatch Laura Ah Loo speaks at a celebration of life for her husband, Arthur “Afa” Ah Loo, at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City on Friday, June 27, 2025.

A memorial service for Arthur "Afa" Ah Loo, the only person killed at a No Kings protest. He was shot at the event in Salt Lake City. No charges have been filed in his death.

A memorial service for Arthur "Afa" Ah Loo, the only person killed at a No Kings protest. He was shot at the event in Salt Lake City. No charges have been filed in his death.