Student designer Registration

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Calling All Sustainable Student Designers!

A fantastic opportunity for emerging designers to present your collection to an enthusiastic fashion audience!

Are you a student designer or currently enrolled in a fashion program, eager to showcase your creativity while championing sustainability?

If you’ve dreamed of making a mark in sustainable fashion, CatWalk Pros and the Doral Contemporary Art Museum (DORCAM) invite you to participate in our 3rd Annual Tierra Viento Fuego Agua: A Sustainable Fundraiser Fashion Event!

Proceeds will benefit CatWalk Pros Academy and Big Blue & You.

  • CatWalk Pros Academy โ€“ My 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to empowering underserved youth through fashion-focused programs that build confidence and self-esteem.
  • Big Blue & You โ€“ A fantastic organization inspiring youth about ocean conservation through arts, science, and media.

Sponsored in part by the City of Doral, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau, and City Place Doral, this two-day event will spotlight the future of fashion, sustainability, and environmental consciousness. Itโ€™s the perfect platform to showcase your innovative, eco-friendly designs while contributing to a meaningful cause.

Event Details (visit event page)

๐Ÿ“… Dates: April 25th & 26th, 2025
๐Ÿ“ Locations:

  • April 25th: Doral Cultural Arts Center
  • April 26th: DORCAM, City Place Doral

What to Expect

Day 1:

๐Ÿธ Cocktail reception
๐ŸŽจ Sustainable art showcase
๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Panel discussions on sustainability & fashion
๐Ÿ‘— Student Designer Competition Fashion Show judged by:

  • Celia Ledรณn โ€“ Renowned costume designer whose work has graced venues like the Kennedy Center (View her work)
  • Vinayak Portonovo โ€“ Founder of the YouTube channel Styling Study & Manager of Architecture for Ralph Laurenโ€™s flagship stores

Day 2:

๐Ÿธ Meet-and-greet cocktail reception
๐ŸŽญ Live performances
๐ŸŽจ Sustainable art showcase
๐Ÿ”ฅ High-energy runway show featuring established designers & the student competition winner
๐ŸŽ‰ VIP after-party

Student Designer Opportunities

โœ… Open to recent graduates or students in a Florida fashion design program
โœ… Submit a 3-piece sustainable fashion collection for the student competition by April 1st
โœ… $50 registration fee for all participants
๐Ÿ† The overall winner will receive a scholarship prize, such as a computer, sewing machine, or mannequin, to support their future in design

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Why Participate?

โœจ Gain invaluable exposure in front of industry professionals & fellow creatives
๐ŸŒŽ Be part of a groundbreaking event promoting sustainability & ocean conservation
๐Ÿ“ธ Build your portfolio while supporting two impactful non-profits
๐Ÿค Network with established designers, vendors, and industry experts

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Submission Details

๐Ÿ“ Submit your application by February 15th, 2025

This is your chance to make an impact in the fashion industry while promoting a sustainable future. Let your innovative, eco-friendly designs shine on this prestigious platform!

For any questions, feel free to reach out at pridacatwalkpros@gmail.com or info@catwalkpros.com

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We have strategically divided our organization into three distinct entities, each meticulously crafted to cater to the diverse spectrum of fashion-related endeavors:

Catwalk Pros Productions

Catwalk Pros Model Management

Catwalk Pros Academy

Images from Tierra Viento Fuego – April 2024.