Columbia Fashion Week is a prominent, regional fashion production company. Our mission is to elevate our region's fashion landscape by showcasing the talent of designers showcasing on our platform. organizing top-tier runway shows that showcase the talent of selected designers. Our goal is to provide emerging designers high quality production which includes top-tier venues, model access, hair and makeup, photography, and a variety of marketing opportunities to help provide designers with visibility and support needed for brand establishment and growth.
Columbia Fashion Week creates an unparalleled platform for your collection.
Prospective applicants should demonstrate creativity, maintain high-quality standards, and appeal to a diverse consumer base.
While there are no age restrictions or specific experience requirements, applicants under 18 need parent/guardian permission. Emerging designers are responsible for their travel, related expenses, and transporting their collections to Columbia. Please review DESIGNER GUIDELINES for additional requirements.
To be considered to showcase during Columbia Fashion Week, applicants must complete the online application, meet availability requirements, and if selected, pay a $250.00 or $500.00 showcase fee (based on runway). To secure your showcase, a 50% deposit is due within 2 weeks of acceptance; the remaining balance is due two weeks before event.
The designer fee is non-refundable.
Currently accepting submissions for 2024 Met Gala and application must be completed by November 14th, 2024.
Currently accepting submissions for Summer 2025.
Make sure to check out previous designs/brand to hit our runway. RUNWAY COLLECTIONS
Review our full designer package to understand the full scope of benefits of being a designer with Columbia Fashion Week.
Columbia Fashion Week creates an unparalleled platform for your collection.
Prospective applicants should demonstrate creativity, maintain high-quality standards, and appeal to a diverse consumer base.
While there are no age restrictions or specific experience requirements, applicants under 18 need parent/guardian permission. Emerging designers are responsible for their travel, related expenses, and transporting their collections to Columbia. Please review DESIGNER GUIDELINES for additional requirements.
To be considered to showcase during Columbia Fashion Week, applicants must complete the online application, meet availability requirements, and if selected, pay a $250.00 or $500.00 showcase fee (based on runway). To secure your showcase, a 50% deposit is due within 2 weeks of acceptance; the remaining balance is due two weeks before event.
The designer fee is non-refundable.
Currently accepting submissions for 2024 Met Gala and application must be completed by November 14th, 2024.
Currently accepting submissions for Summer 2025.
Make sure to check out previous designs/brand to hit our runway. RUNWAY COLLECTIONS
Review our full designer package to understand the full scope of benefits of being a designer with Columbia Fashion Week.
For general questions about showcasing at Columbia Fashion Week or issues with submitting application, please email our showcase department.
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