modelpage – DC Fashion Week

DC Fashion Week Cycle 42 Info Page

This page is only for Models, Volunteers, and support staff. Please do not share this webpage link with outside parties. It is only intended to be viewed by participating Models and Volunteers, not designers. Please note the schedule is subject to change. Models should visit this webpage for the latest information on fashion week.

Selected Models for DC Fashion Week

To be Announced

Click the Link(s) Below to Purchase Tickets

DCFW Networking Tickets

Emerging Designers Tickets

International Couture Tickets

Official Schedule

Rehearsal/Fitting Sunday, February 9, 2025 12 PM. Westin Hotel, 1400 M Street, NW 20005

DC Fashion Week Fashion Industry Networking Party – February 21, 2025 @ 6 PM.

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

Location: Saint Yves, 1220 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20036

DC Fashion Week Emerging Designers Showcase – February 22, 2025 @ 6 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 15^th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005

DC Fashion Week International Couture Collections Show – February 23, 2025 @ 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 15^th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20005

***NOTE: Models do not get complimentary or discounted tickets to Saturday Show (Emerging Designers) or Sunday Show (International Couture Collections). You do not need a ticket as you are in the show, but parents, spouses, family members, managers, and others are REQUIRED to purchase a ticket.

PLEASE email US AT castings@dcfashionweek.org. Please DO NOT call our office numbers; we must keep them open for designers, press, buyers, vendors, and those interested in attending our events. Do not email the executive director (Mr. Ean Williams) at all, but you are welcome to do so after fashion week.

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 your model stat sheet. These sheets are given to designers. This marketing tool helps designers 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 castings@dcfashionweek.org 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 communicate 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, social networks, etc., to come to Fashion Week.

Fleshtone Undergarments

Stiletto Shoes.

MODEL EXPECTATIONS

Models should bring a robe or quick cover-up to travel between rooms to change. 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 be always accessible.
Listen carefully to the Model Coordinator and Commentator for instructions.
Never bring children, friends, or family backstage, in prep areas, or in 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 prior to 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.
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) 14^th 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-serve basis. Download the parking map (pdf).