Upcoming events.
THE EVOLUTION OF FASHION
A panel of leaders, designers and industry insiders come together for insightful discussions on the latest trends and trendsetters of streetwear over the past 3 decades. Panelist : Celebrity Designer Kellie Ford, Donnie Harper of Go(o)d Apparel, Tim Headen of Dorima Global …..REGISTER HERE
SMALL BUSINESS POP UP SHOP
The small business pop-up shop is a vibrant event that brings together emerging small business vendors. It serves as a dynamic platform for these entrepreneurs to showcase their unique creations or share their business services. Vendors Register HERE
3rd Annual FASHION AT THE FOUNTAIN
Fashion At The Fountain is the highly anticipated Midwest fashion event of the year. Taking place on June 30th, 2024. This show highlights 10 designer brands showcasing their fashion on a 40ft runway built around the historical Fountain on Fountain Square. Now in its 3rd year, the stakes are high and the Designers are ready to slay. The show is open to the general public, but for that VIP experience you want to purchase the VIP ticket! To purchase a ticket, just click here and find out more of what you get with your VIP ticket. See you on the Fountain!
SHUTTER FUSION
deep collaboration of photographers, models & designers meeting up to create fashion magic!
ACCRA-GHANA FASHION WEEK
Show at Accra Fashion Week! Are you ready to take your brand global? Registration is open for Accra Fashion Week and we have a connection with the Producer. Beach Bird Travel has a Designer accommodation package.
To Register click here
Fashion Week Registration & Ghana Tour
Ground Transportation
6 meals with private chef
Workshops & Ceremonies
Many Excursions including
Slave Castle & Ancestor River
Market Place
Lake Volta Viatride
MODEL CASTING CALL
Casting directors and industry professionals scout for fresh talent to grace the runways of the Midwest. Aspiring models have the chance to elevate their career, compensation is provided, if selected to represent a brand in the Fashion At The Fountain 2024 Runway production. REGISTER TODAY Please include “MODEL CALL” as subject in the email.
GRAND OPENING OF CREATIVE CENTER
The center proudly serves as the home base for Valor and Virtue Productions, LLC, renowned producers of the “Fashion at the Fountain Runway Experience.” Myra Walker, founder and visionary behind the center. A transplant from Long Beach, California, Walker continues to focus on creating partnerships that bring an exciting dimension to the space, infusing it with the energy of cutting-edge fashion, product development and runway production excellence.
DESIGNER PITCH
Budding fashion visionaries who are ready to make their mark on the industry present their creative innovative designs in this prestigious competition. Emerging fashion designers around the Midwest pitch their brand to a panel of industry experts with hopes to obtain a spot in the Fashion at The Fountain Runway Experience. 10 Designers will be selected and will receive a $100 brand development stipend and a chance to win the grand prize of $2000 to assist in the development of their brand.
DESIGNER HOLIDAY POP-UP
The designer pop-up show is a vibrant event that brings together emerging fashion and beauty small business vendors. It serves as a dynamic platform for these entrepreneurs to showcase their unique creations, whether it's clothing, accessories, cosmetics, or skincare products. The show not only offers exposure to a diverse audience but also fosters community engagement by encouraging attendees to interact with vendors, learn about their stories, and discover one-of-a-kind products. Through this event, vendors have the opportunity to boost sales, gain valuable feedback, and connect with a supportive community of fashion and beauty enthusiasts. It's a win-win, where creativity thrives, and local businesses flourish. To become a vendor click here
CAPTIVATING COUTURE:
This seminar equips fashion brands with the essential tools to successfully showcase their products on television and in films. Participants will gain valuable insights into the art of product placement, understanding how to align their brands with the right on screen shows. They will gain insight on wardrobe styling and wardrobe department collaboration This seminar will empower fashion brands to effectively integrate their product into the world of entertainment which will ultimately help increase their exposure and bottom line.
FASHION FRIDAYS
Esoteric Brewery- 918 E. McMillan, Cincinnati
Fashion Friday- A social centerpiece for the small business owner and or fashion enthusiast. A casual yet chic time to network and socialize as attendees show off their personal style. It’s your time to shine.
FASHION AT THE FOUNTAIN RUNWAY SHOW
Join us at the 2nd Annual
FASHION AT THE FOUNTAIN - - “FASHION FORWARD”
runway experience at FOUNTAIN SQUARE, Downtown Cincinnati, Sunday, June 18th. Vendor booths open at 1 pm, Runway Show starts at 6 pm. This event is Free to the public. For the Red Carpet VIP Experience purchase your VIP tickets in advance.
Click on VIP Tickets tab at the top of the page
FASHION FRIDAY (Copy)
Join us for a fun night of fashion. Come ready to show off your style and win VIP tickets to the Fashion At The Fountain Runway Show
Black Design Collective Meet-Up
Come network and connect with Fashion Industry professionals of color seeking to amplify opportunities for the community of Black apparel and accessory designers and costume designers within the US and abroad. The BDC mission is rooted in the promotion of Scholarship, Mentorship, and Entrepreneurship within emerging generations of Black fashion design talent. Expand your reach and come learn about how you can become a member of this movement here in Cincinnati with the Midwest Chapter of The Black Design Collective.
BEAUTY & CREATIVE OPEN CALL
Saturday, May 20th, 1:00-2:00 pm
2045 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45206
FASHION FRIDAY
Fashion Fridays our community driven social events. It is held at Esoteric Brewery Company, located at: 918 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206. This event is open to the public. We want to see you come out in your most fashionable outfit and share you style energy with us!
Black Design Collective Meet & Greet
Free to Attend! Please register for this event by going to the Black Design Collective tab above
OPEN CALL FEMALE & MALE MODELS Looking for models to walk the runway at “FASHION AT THE FOUNTAIN 2023" 4/15/23 10 am - 2 pm 1 East 4TH St. @ (4TH AND VINE) (Downtown Cincinnati)
If you are a current model or want to break into the industry then this is the perfect opportunity for you!
FASHION FRIDAYS
Fashion Fridays is our community-driven social hour. Held at Esoteric Brewery Company, 918 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206. This event is open to the public. Come out in your most fashionable outfit, and show us your style. Win a VIP ticket to Fashion At The Fountain!
FASHION BUSINESS SEMINAR... GETTING YOUR COMPANY MARKET READY. 3/25/23 10AM-2PM - - 1 EAST 4TH STREET @ 4TH AND VINE, 45202 (DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI)
This is our second business activation geared at helping you to get your business up and running, public facing and ready for market.
FASHION FRIDAYS
Fashion Fridays our community driven social events. It is held at Esoteric Brewery Company, located at: 918 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206. This event is open to the public. We want to see you come out in your most fashionable outfit and share you style energy with us!
OPEN CALL FOR DESIGNERS FOR “FASHION AT THE FOUNTAIN” FASHION SHOW. 2/25/23 10AM-1PM 1 EAST 4TH STREET @ 4TH AND VINE, 45202 (DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI)
We are looking for local, national and regional designers to showcase their collections during FASHION AT THE FOUNTAIN on June 18th 2023 at FOUNTAIN SQUARE, in Cincinnati, OH. This is event is not to be missed if you or someone you know is a budding or seasoned designer. Come and join us!
FASHION FRIDAY
Fashion Fridays our community driven social events. It is held at Esoteric Brewery Company, located at: 918 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206. This event is open to the public. We want to see you come out in your most fashionable outfit and share you style energy with us!
FASHION SEMINAR - - “ DEFINING YOUR PATH IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY”
OUR PANEL OF APPAREL INDUSTRY EXPERTS WIL SHARE THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF THE INDUSTRY, AND THE BROAD RANGE OF AVAILABLE CAREER PATHS WITH YOU. SPACE IS LIMITED TO 75 ATTENDEES. PLEASE REGISTER TO SAVE YOUR SEAT.
THE HOLIDAY POP UP SHOP
We are excited to present our first Holiday Shopping Experience with primarily African-American vendors. Come out and support your community in driving the success of Black Owned Businesses.
SYMPOSIUM "MINDING YOUR FASHION AND BEAUTY BUSINESS"
We’re building bridges in Cincinnati and the Tri-State area with the introduction of our collaboration with Los Angeles based Black Design Collective as their Midwest Chapter. Then we’re getting right down to the business of Fashion & Beauty: How to get started.