COLUMBIA FASHION WEEK: DESIGNER APPLICATION

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Showcase Your Collection at

6TH Annual COLAFW Met Gala

MAY 9, 2026

Step into an evening of high fashion, artistry, and cultural celebration at the 6th Annual COLAFW Met Gala — the Midlands’ most glamorous night of the year. This signature event unites designers, models, creators, and style enthusiasts for an unforgettable fusion of couture and creativity.

Now, we’re inviting visionary designers to take the stage.

Showcase your collection in front of an engaged audience of fashion lovers, media, photographers, influencers, and industry professionals. Whether you specialize in avant-garde couture, wearable art, bridal, evening wear, or boundary-pushing design. COLAFW offers a platform that celebrates bold expression and elevates emerging and established creators.

There are no age or formal experience requirements; however, applicants under 18 must have parent or guardian permission. Please review our Designer Guidelines for complete details and requirements.

How to Apply - To be considered for a showcase during Columbia Fashion Week, applicants must:

Complete the online designer application
Meet all scheduling and availability requirements
If selected, submit the designer showcase fee (based on runway selection)
Pay a 50% deposit to secure your spot; remaining balance is due two weeks before the event

Please note: All designer fees are non-refundable.

For a full breakdown of benefits and opportunities available to designers, be sure to review the Designer Package below.

EARLY BIRD PRICING - 15% OFF DESIGNERS PACKAGES IF REGISTER BY FEBRUARY 9, 2026

If you’re ready to elevate your brand and be part of a Columbia Fashion Week Experience, we’d love to feature your work in 2026.

Bring your vision. Bring your artistry.
Let’s create something unforgettable.

2026 COLAFW Designer Package

For general questions about showcasing at Columbia Fashion Week or issues with submitting application, please email our showcase department.

APPLY TODAY: 2026 MET GALA DESIGNER APPLICATION

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BRAND NAME *

Name *

First

Last

Phone Number *

Email *

Address *

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City

State

Zip Code

Country

LOCATION *

BRICK & MORTAR E-COMMERCE MADE TO ORDER

YEAR ESTABLISHED *

BUSINESS WEBSITE *

SOCIAL MEDIA (INSTAGRAM OR FACEBOOK) *

TRAINING? *

Desired Runway *

COLAFW MET GALA - [SAT, MAY 9] - $500

IF FORMAL TRAINING, WHAT SCHOOL DID YOU ATTEND? *

WHAT ARE YOUR SAMPLE SIZES? *

WHO DO YOU DESIGN FOR? (FEMALE, MALE, NON-BINARY) *

DOES YOUR SIZING INCLUDE PLUS SIZE BODY TYPES? *

ARE YOU PREPARED T0 SHOWCASE 10-15 LOOKS? *

HAVE YOU SHOWCASED YOUR DESIGNS WITHIN 60 MILES OF COLUMBIA, SC? *

BRIEFLY DESCRIBE THE TYPE OF WOMAN/MAN/CHILD THAT WEARS YOUR CLOTHING? *

Tell Us About Your Brand: *

HAVE YOU EVER SHOWN AT A FASHON WEEK? IF YES, PLEASE LIST: *

BRAND LOGO *

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PROFESSIONAL DESIGNER HEADSHOT *

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