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Designer Dwight Bolden uses fashion to uplift the community | Community Voices

NPR Illinois | 91.9 UIS | By Logan Bricker

Published August 21, 2023 at 4:26 PM CDT

Dwight Bolden is a local fashion designer.

Dwight Bolden II is a Springfield native, community supporter, and fashion designer with his business "Zodiac Customs." Hear about his journey from Lanphier High School basketball star to fashion designer and artist that uses his business to support the Springfield Community.