DC Fashion Week Cycle 44 Info Page

Page Updated Mar 3, 2026 @ 11:37 AM  

Shy Magazine Feature

Emerging Designers Shine on Day 2 of DC Fashion Week

Photos from DAY 3

Phelan (folder is still be updated)

https://phelanmarc.smugmug.com/DC-Fashion-Week/DCFW-Feb-2026

Kaptured by Kasper

https://kapturedbykasper.smugmug.com/2026-Photography-Events/DC-Fashion-Week-feb-2026-Finale 

https://afshinphotos.pic-time.com/-DCFWFeb222026.   code: 8080

https://afshinphotos.pic-time.com/kwzSoQki0e25H

Code: 7676

 

Photos from DAY 2

Phelan Marc
https://phelanmarc.smugmug.com/DC-Fashion-Week/DCFW-Feb-2026/2-Saturday-Emerging-Designers-Photo-Credit-PHELANMARC

Kaptured by Kasper
https://kapturedbykasper.smugmug.com/2026-Photography-Events/DC-Fashion-Week-2026-Emerging-Designers-

https://afshinphotos.pic-time.com/-DCFWFeb212026.     code: 2020

Here is a link to a video recap of last night’s event. I will share articles and other photos from press photographers soon.

 

https://www.instagram.com/officialdcfashionweek/reel/DVEOimICKnk/

 

Photos from DAY 1 Fashion Industry Networking Party. Tag photographer @phelanmarc

Phelan Marc

https://phelanmarc.smugmug.com/DC-Fashion-Week/DCFW-Feb-2026/1-Friday-Networking-Party

Shy Magazine

DC Fashion Week Kicks Off with a Powerful Networking Affair at Patterson Mansion

Check out our models and designers from today’s Living Local DMV

Living Local DMV (WDC50z)

https://www.dcnewsnow.com/living-local-dmv/44th-season-of-dc-fashion-week/

 

MODEL REPORT TIME is 12 PM for Females and 2 PM for Males for SAT & SUN

New Photo Alert

Photos – DC Fashion Week Model Rehearsal & Fittings Set the Stage for Autumn/Winter 2026

Several models missed rehearsal/fitting on FEB 8 for various reasons. We are now requesting the designers to send us their updated model selections as some made changes. The designers who were not at the fitting will keep the same models they already selected. 

If you are a model for @fedelenero, contact him on instagram to let him know you are still availble for his collection. Only models who are already selected by the designer should contact him.

This page is intended for Models, Volunteers, and support staff only. Please do not share this webpage link with outside parties. This content is intended for viewing by participating models only. Please note the schedule is subject to change. Models should visit this webpage for the latest information on fashion week. This page will be updated regularly and will serve as the primary source of show information. 

Confirmed Models

1,3,8,11,12,14,15,16,17,19,20,22,24,25,26,27,28,30,31,34,35,36,37,38,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,62,64,66,68,69,70,72,74,75,79,80,81,84,87,88,89,90,92,94,95,96,98,100,101,102,107,108,110,112,113,114,115,116,117,118,119,121,122,123,125,127,130,133,134,135,137,138, 139,141,142

Audition Photos (Jan 4)

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1YIQKBHUZWfwdkxCZegzFKB9QFobJBbs0?usp=drive_link

DC Fashion Week Tickets

DCFW Networking Tickets

Emerging Designers Tickets

International Couture Tickets

See if you were featured in Shy Magazine!

Shy Magazine 
 
https://shymagazine.com/exclusive-photos-dc-fashion-week-model-auditions-set-the-stage-for-fall-winter-2026.html
 
Are you featured on the audition reel?  
 
Audition Reel by JME
https://www.instagram.com/p/DTQV2BWiO_M/

 

Designer Model Selectons Are subject to change. Designers will show 6 or 12 looks (capsule collections) for Emerging or International Couture Designers.  

 

The first chart contains designers who fitted and provided their model selections update:

Designer Model Selections Day
1.       Andrew Nowell 41, 55, 87, 101, 102, 133, 116,31 SUN
2.       Bruse Living Apparel 1,24,31,35,43,53,74,89,96,105,114,137. SAT
3.       Corjor International 1, 14,16, 26, 28 35, 43, 59,72, 75, 89, 90,92, 107,113,121,122, 133, 139 SUN
4.       Creations by Sha 3, 11,19, 24, 40, 58, 74, 75, 87, 89, 123, 137 SAT
5.       Kavin Todd 1,24,31,35,43,52,53,54,74,89,100,114 SAT
6.       Louisa Couture 4,17,59,62,108,112, 113,118,138 SAT

Original Designer Selections. Most have not changed.

Designer Model Selections Day
1.       Bruse Living Apparel 1, 26, 37, 59, 64, 66, 75, 94,112, 113, 119, 142,   SAT
2.       Corjor International 62, 72, 89, 90, 92, 107, 108, 142, #, #, #, #, SUN
3.       Creations by Sha 3, 11, 19, 24, 40, 58, 75, 75, 87, 89, 123, 137 SAT
4.       Fedele Nero 11, 19, 98, 112,123, 135, 137, 24, 25, 28, 31, 42, 114, 115. SAT
5.       HR Fashion 1,11,15, 19,31,45,47,84,98,107,112,119,123,133 SUN
6.       Kavin Todd 1,24,31,35,43,52,53,54,74,89,100,114 SAT
7.       LIVELEO9 (Removed) 8,16,27,59,62,68,96,105,108,112. SAT
8.       Louisa Couture 4,26,45,59, 64, 66, 69, 108,113, 138 SAT
9.       Melike Firat 14, 19, 26, 40, 66, 68, 72, 89, 92, 107, 121, 142 SUN
10.    Phoebe Abraham 16, 37, 66, 68, 110, 138 SUN
11.    Rahela 16,25,55,62,68,96,107,119,110,118,121,138, SUN
12.    RzinT 31, 42, 46, 80, 81, 92, 95 SUN
13.    Style Home Art 14, 36, 37, 47, 62, 66, 68, 84, 118, 121, and 134. SUN
14.    Teona Margvelashvili 14, 16, 35, 40, 62, 118, 119,121, 135, 138, 142 SUN
15.    Andrew Nowell 41, 55, 87, 101, 102, 133, 116,31 SUN

PLEASE email US AT  [email protected]. Please DO NOT call our office numbers; we must keep them open for designers, press, buyers, vendors, and those interested in attending our events. Please refrain from emailing the executive director (Mr. Ean Williams) at this time, but you are welcome to do so after Fashion Week.

Model Report Time SAT

12 PM Females

2 PM Males

Model Report Time SUN

12 PM Females

2 PM Males

Model Opening SUN

All confirmed models are invited to walk in the opening of the finale on Sunday. The models voted to wear any combination of black and white.  

Auditions Highlight Reel:(coming)

Live Stream

If you have out-of-town guests or guests who can’t make the show, there is now a virtual ticket option.

Here is the DCFW Virtual Show link, where attendees can purchase tickets and watch the show for only $30.

 https://www.johnsonmillerent.com/live

If you share the LIVE Show link, you can earn a 10% commission. Send an email to [email protected] if you would like your custom link. Then you can get paid for purchases of the show, available to designers, models, and friends. 

About Friday’s Fashion Industry Networking Event.

All confirmed models will walk in their own fashions at the show. Here are articles from the previous season. Each season, we give the Networking audience a sneak peek at the models in fashion week. All models who are present may walk in the show. Here is a clip of last year’s event (Bridgerton Theme):  https://www.instagram.com/p/C3vOKGwrawf/. This season’s theme is Oscars Night.

Model Report Time SAT

12 PM Females

2 PM Males

Model Report Time SUN

12 PM Females

2 PM Males

Model Opening SUN

All confirmed models are invited to walk in the opening of the finale on Sunday. The models voted to wear any combination of black and white. 

Official Schedule

Rehearsal/Fitting Sunday, February 8, 2025, @ 12 PM at the Crystal City Doubletree Hotel

DC Fashion Week Fashion Industry Networking Party –February 20, 2026 @ 6 PM.

Model Fashion Show 8:00 PM (must be 21 and over to attend)

Location:  Susheria Georgetown, 3101 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007

DC Fashion Week Emerging Designers Showcase – February 21, 2026 @ 5 PM.

Model Report Time is noon for females and 3:00 PM for males.

Fashion Show is at 6:00 PM

Location: The National Housing Center, 1201 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005

DC Fashion Week International Couture Collections Show – February 22, 2026 @ 5 PM.

Model Report Time is noon for Females and 3:00 PM for males.

Fashion Show is at 6:00 PM

Location: The National Housing Center, 1201 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005

Some designers will make their model selections on the show date.

The most critical document that DC Fashion Week uses to help provide essential information to prospective agencies and designers is the model stat sheet. These sheets are given to designers. This marketing tool allows designers to select models for their fashion presentations. Do not guess your model’s measurements. Leave it blank and ask a DCFW staff member for assistance if unsure. Models must have several copies of their model stat sheet at each DC Fashion Week fitting or fashion show. We recommend bringing ten copies.

MODEL STAT SHEET

Please email [email protected] with your model stat sheet and include your model audition number. If you do not do this, the designers will not be able to select you for their clothing. The email must be received within one week of the auditions. 

Link to Model Stat Sheet

PLEASE DO NOT put your contact information (i.e., email, telephone number) on your model stat sheet. Only DCFW will have your contact information, which is not shared. Designers will communicate directly with DC Fashion Week, and DCFW Staff will usually speak directly with models via email. We prefer all communications to be in writing, so DCFW will not usually call a model unless it is an emergency or time-sensitive.

PLEASE DO NOT PUT YOUR EMAIL OR CONTACT INFORMATION ON THIS SHEET. Print at least ten copies of your stat sheet and put them in your model bag!  This page is only for models and support staff. Please do not share this webpage link with outside parties. It is only intended to be viewed by participating models and designers. Please note the schedule is subject to change. 

***NOTE:   Please DO NOT call our office numbers, as we must keep them open for designers, press, buyers, and vendors, and it opens the door to other lucrative job leads. One photo from this exciting event could launch your modeling career. Models are presented with all types of networking opportunities as well. Fashion photographers, designers, casting agents, modeling agencies, film producers, and recording artists are just a few industry professionals attending DCFASHIONWEEK and looking for new model talent.

Please help support Fashion Week by encouraging friends, family, and social networks to attend.

Fleshtone Undergarments 

 Stiletto Shoes. 

MODEL EXPECTATIONS

  • Models should bring a robe or quick cover-up to change in between rooms. Models cannot wear the designer’s clothes back and forth.
  • Don’t forget the lotion or body moisturizer.
  • NEVER directly exchange contact information with designers, boutique staff, or clients during the fitting/rehearsal or show. All inquiries and instructions should go through DC Fashion Week. You can exchange it after fashion week.
  • Be cooperative and pay attention.
  • Keep the designers’ and stylists’ merchandise in perfect condition.
  • Never sit, eat, smoke, or drink in a designer’s outfit. This will get you ejected from the show, especially if the director sees it.
  • Do not eat or smoke once your makeup has been done. Drinking is permitted ONLY with a straw.
  • Keep backstage conversation to a minimum, using a low whisper.
  • Dress and undress quickly.
  • Line up immediately as required during the show and always be accessible.
  • Listen carefully to the Model Coordinator and Commentator for instructions.
  • Never bring children, friends, or family backstage, in prep areas, or to the dressing room at any time.
  • Feel free to bring reading materials, iPods, or anything to keep you occupied. It’s going to be a long day. You are responsible for your belongings.
  • Never walk or linger in the hallways, especially during intermission. There should be no models in the hallways 30 minutes before the scheduled door opening time.
  • Support the events by inviting friends and family to the show and by posting the events online. (Email invitations, Facebook, Twitter, personal websites, etc.)

CHECKLIST

Females

  • Bring at least ten copies of model stat sheets to each rehearsal and show.
  • Black shoes (high heels) are mandatory. Also, bring gold, silver, and white (only if you already have them)—no thick-heeled shoes.
  • Female models to come with their natural hair washed and straightened.
  • No perfume, wear clear deodorant.
  • All BLACK outfit for opening (Sun)
  • Nude-colored bra and underwear.
  • Skin matching foundation & translucent powder
  • False eyelashes
  • Dark eye shadow (brown, black, or gray)
  • Email everyone about the events. Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), etc.
  • Attend all rehearsals.
  • Hang all designer clothing back up after changes.
  • Say thank you & smile often.
  • Bring mints.
  • Bring a professional attitude.
  • Leave expensive jewelry at home.

Males

  • Bring at least ten copies of model stat sheets with you to each rehearsal and show.
  • Black dress shoes (clean)
  • No cologne or body oils; wear clear deodorant. (these will stain clothing)
  • All BLACK outfit for opening (Sun)
  • G string or nude briefs (black or flesh color). Fitted boxer briefs, not baggy boxers
  • White and Black Button Dress Shirt
  • White or Black T-shirt (sleeveless is better)
  • Email everyone about the events, including Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter).
  • Attend all rehearsals.
  • Hang all designer clothing back up after changes.
  • Say thank you and smile often.
  • Bring mints.
  • Bring a professional attitude.
  • Leave expensive jewelry at home.

Metro

McPherson Square Metro Station (Blue/Orange/Silver) 14th and I Streets Exit

Parking

There is street parking, but of course, it goes quickly. You can also look here for more parking lots – http://en.parkopedia.com/

There are over 3000 parking spaces in a three-block radius of the facility. These spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Download the parking map (PDF).

Fashion Industry Networking Party

Date: Friday, September 26, 2025

Place: Susheria Georgetown, 3101 K St NW, Washington, DC 20007

Info: The largest and most influential fashion networking event of the season. Models, designers, beauty professionals, stylists, recording artists, and fashionistas promote their talents and network. Don’t be fashionably late, or entry may be delayed.

The Emerging Designers Showcase 

Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026, @5:00 PM.

Place:   The National Housing Center, 1201 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005

Info: Emerging fashion designers from the United States showcase together at Fashion Week.   

Red Carpet & Cocktail Hour @ 5 PM

Fashion Show @ 6 PM

Tickets go on sale November 1,

https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/dc-fashion-week/dc-fashion-week-s-44th-emerging-designers-showcase

 

* Tickets Required. VIP Admission (includes front row, deluxe gift bag, and a VIP pre-show reception at 5:00 PM while supplies last.) We suggest cocktail attire.

 

The 44th International Couture Collections Showcase.  

Date: Sunday, February 22. 2026, @ 5:00 PM

Place:   The National Housing Center, 1201 15th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005

Info: International Couture designers present their latest collections at DC Fashion Week’s grand finale event. 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, 

Red Carpet & VIP reception 5:00 PM

Fashion Show @ 6:15 PM 

Tickets go on sale November 1

https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/dc-fashion-week/44th-international-couture-collections-show

 

DC Fashion Week 2026 – February 20-22, 2026 – National Housing Center, Washington, DC, USA

Promo Code: DCFW1222