WHEELING, W.Va. — If you have a passion for fashion, a new event in Wheeling will provide that during the first week of June. The volunteer-driven non-profit initiative will run from June 1-7, with events taking place throughout the week. It will conclude with the debut runway fashion show on June 7 at Waterfront Hall….
Rochester, N.Y. — Local boutiques and designers embraced their edgier side during “Prism,” a runaway show put on by Fashion Week of Rochester. The fashion show part was put on in support of the general runway and homeless youth programs at the Center for Youth. Fashion Week Rochester works to provide critical funding to the…
Before the flashbulbs, the front row and the frantic outfit swaps between shows — there’s one ritual that anchors Fashion Week prep. And surprisingly, it has nothing to do with your wardrobe. It’s skin prep. In an industry where styling is strategy and presence is everything, the canvas matters just as much as the clothes….
Courtney Zheng, who is an AFW newcomer, agrees. “There’s a clear shift this year towards a greater focus on design integrity,” she says. “When the garments are conceptually and technically strong, they hold their own and there’s no need for excessive theatrics. For us, AFW remains the most significant event on the calendar — it’s…
The timeline will follow the CFDA’s own, Russo says, when it comes to applications, schedule and location announcements. The KFN venues will operate on a first come, first serve basis. Approximately 30 designers will be able to participate. Applications are open now. Phases 2 to 5: by September 2027 Beyond next September, KFN has big…