Fashion Week Columbus

Come join us at COhatch for a fabulous event focused on all things fashion! The Fashion Industry Conference brings together industry professionals, designers, and fashion enthusiasts for a day of networking, panel discussions, and trend discussions. Whether you're a seasoned fashionista or just starting out in the industry, this event is perfect for anyone looking to dive into the world of fashion. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn from the best in the business! **Light breakfast and lunch is provided. One happy hour beverage is included with the general admission (non-student) ticket. Student tickets must show current student ID upon entry into the event. ** AGENDA: 9:30 AM - Doors Open and Light Breakfast Served 10 AM - Keynote Speaker 10:30 AM - The State of the Fashion Industry (Panel on the overall growth and direction of fashion and retail within Franklin County) 11 AM - Shaping The Future of Sustainability (Panel on brand accountibility, green-washing, fast fashion, 11:30 AM - Let’s Diversify (Panel about DE&I, ageless fashion, curvy trends and more) 12PM - Lunch/Networking 1PM - Building Your Brand From The Ground Up & Creating Brand Loyalty 1:45 PM - Decoding Purchasing Behaviours (Panel on exploring the pyschology behind our purchases) 2:30 PM - Fashion Tech-Tics (Panel around AI, tech, and digital influence in fashion & retail) 3:15 PM - Fashion Therapy (Panel on fashion and mental health) 4 PM - Styling Tips & Tricks 4:30 PM - Closing Remarks 5PM - 7PM - Closing Party/ Happy Hour (Vendor opportunities are available) Vendor opportunities are available for designers and/or services. Vendor tickets include access to the entire conference, light breakfast & lunch. Purchase Tickets Below! https://lnkd.in/gh5AgUkA

Fashion Week Columbus is the flagship program of the Columbus Fashion Council which produces a full week of fashion shows and fashion-related programs showcasing emerging fashion designers to media, buyers, and the incredible fashion community in Central Ohio. Since its debut in 2010, Fashion Week Columbus has impacted the Central Ohio community by showcasing 240 emerging fashion designers, providing 2000 models exposure to big name agencies, awarding OVER $60,000 in scholarships to fashion design students, and producing 200 fashion shows. Your support helps us continue our mission to promote local designers, provide scholarships to fashion design students, support emerging talent, and grow the fashion economy in right here in Columbus. Your support fuels our mission to promote creativity, offer scholarships to aspiring fashion design students, and cultivate the vibrant fashion community right here in our city. Your donation, no matter the size, makes a significant impact. Donate today at https://lnkd.in/gKcBTgSZ.

Join us for Giving Tuesday with The Columbus Fashion Council! In preparation for #GivingTuesday, our team at Fashion Week Columbus is thrilled to invite you to be part of something meaningful. It's a day dedicated to generosity and making a difference in our community. Here's how you can get involved: 🤝 Support Our Cause: Your contributions help us continue our mission to promote local designers, provide scholarships to fashion design students, support emerging talent, and grow the fashion economy in right here in Columbus. Donate to our mission on our website https://lnkd.in/eJqf7Fv 📣Spread the Word: Share our posts, stories, and messages about #GivingTuesday and our initiatives. Every share helps in raising awareness and reaching more individuals who can make an impact. Save the date for this global day of generosity and support on Giving Tuesday, Nov 28. Together, let's continue to empower creativity and innovation within the fashion industry right here in Columbus.

Prajjé O. Jean Baptiste was selected as the Headline Designer for the 14th annual Finale Runway Show during Fashion Week Columbus! Prajjé’s designs have been featured in publications including Elle, Harper’s Bazaar Vietnam and Rolling Stone, and his use of texture and body-worshipping fabrics have received rave reviews from the press, on the runways of New York, and on the red carpet. In addition to showing his new collection during the Finale Runway Show, Prajjé will also be featured at Philanthropy Meets Fashion TONIGHT (Thursday, September 28). Want 10% off your tickets for the Finale Runway Show? Use code: FAMANDFRIENDS10 when you go to purchase your ticket at https://lnkd.in/gKcBTgSZ

A big thank you to our Feature Sponsor CBUS Retail! CBUS Retail works to promote Columbus and the Region as a global capital of retail expertise, innovation and talent. They facilitate engaging programs developed by retailers, for retailers. The Columbus Fashion Council is grateful for this partnership! Network with the CBUS Retail team at Fashion Week Columbus 23! Get your tickets to our events today: https://lnkd.in/gKcBTgSZ

We're shining the spotlight on our amazing PR Lead, Katie Liepelt! Katie and her team handle the crafting and distribution of our press releases, and managing relationships with news outlets, publications and key stakeholders to ensure to ensure positive brand visibility and reputation. Thank you for all your hard work, Katie! Don't miss Fashion Week Columbus events this week! Tickets are selling out. Visit https://lnkd.in/gKcBTgSZ to get yours!

Thank you Macy's for being a Feature Sponsor for Fashion Week Columbus 2023! We are grateful for your continued support and for partnering with us for the Macy's Fall Fashion Show taking place today at 6 pm at Macys at Easton. Standing room only tickets have been added by popular demand for tonights show! FREE RSVP at https://lnkd.in/gKcBTgSZ Don't miss our other Fashion Week Columbus this week! Get your tickets at the link in our bio or at https://lnkd.in/gKcBTgSZ

*MORE TICKETS ADDED* By popular demand, we've made more tickets available for tonight's Macy's Fall Fashion Show! Seats are sold out, and these tickets are standing room only! Get ready to turn heads this season with the hottest trends straight from your favorite brands, expertly styled by Macy's My Stylists and showcased on the runway! The @macys Fall Fashion Show takes place outdoors on the top floor of the @macysateaston car park. (The show will take place in the Worth Garage located on the north side of the Macys building). This event is free to attend! Get your tickets today at the link in bio or at https://lnkd.in/gKcBTgSZ

Say hello to Fashion Week Columbus hair lead Lisa Whittington! Lisa and her team work with #FWC designers to create fabulous hairstyles that complement their amazing designs. Lisa is a senior stylist at Nurtur the Salon and an experienced Aveda stylist and educator. Thank you, Lisa for all you do! Don't miss Fashion Week Columbus starting next week! Get your tickets at the link in our bio or at https://lnkd.in/gKcBTgSZ

A big thank you to Social Booth Columbus for bringing their premium photo booth experience to the High Fashion Tea Runway Show on Sunday Sep 24 at the Joseph in the Short North! Make it an afternoon to remember. Get your tickets at https://lnkd.in/gKcBTgSZ