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Baddies, Bandanas & Bold Runway Moments: Color of Fashion Season V is Here

Fashion lovers, get ready — Color of Fashion Season V is coming, and this year it’s bolder, boundary-pushing, and brimming with style, storytelling, and connection. The season kicks off with a chic pre-show teaser event at the Thompson Denver and builds to the highly anticipated main runway experience at NOVEL Uptown.

Stop 1: Baddies & Bandanas – August 23

Before the runway lights turn on, we’re setting the vibe at the Thompson Denver with Baddies & Bandanas, the official warm-up to Color of Fashion Season V: Be Scene.

💎 What’s in store:

  • 🎶 Live vinyl DJ spinning the perfect pre-show soundtrack

  • 🧵 Limited-edition Mocha Mousse CoF embroidered bandanas — just $7 (only 50 available!)

  • 🛍️ Shop from over six standout local vendors including Ameliora, Hannah Jane, TNIK, and more

  • 🎟 Each bandana purchase enters you into a raffle to win a free ticket to the September 6 runway show

This season’s dress code is Mocha Mousse — rich browns, creamy taupes, and caramel tones. This is your chance to shop the look, connect with Denver’s fashion community, and grab exclusive accessories before the big night.

Stop 2: Color of Fashion Season V – September 6

Location: NOVEL Uptown… Read more!

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Fashion Denver Celebrates Dogmata Unleashed 🐶 🐾🎨

DOGMATA!

At Fashion Denver, we adore our four-legged friends, and when art, dogs, and community collide? We’re so there! That’s why we’re howling with excitement about the return of Dogmata Unleashed—Denver’s iconic celebration of canine-inspired creativity and compassion.

After 21 years, Dogmata is back and fluffier than ever—bigger, feistier, and filled with tail-wagging joy! Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 28th, 2025, from 12pm to 4pm, and get ready for a paws-itively awesome day at Prismajic inside Colorado Mills Mall (near the movie theater), where immersive art and wagging tails go paw in paw.

🐕 What’s Dogmata Unleashed All About?

Created by a passionate pack of Denver artists, Dogmata is a one-of-a-kind charity event that transforms love for dogs into vibrant, meaningful art. This year’s festivities support Hobo Boxer Rescue and Red Fern Animal Rescue, with 100% of silent auction proceeds going directly to help pups in need.

🎨🐾 Event Highlights:

  • Dog-themed silent auction featuring original works by local legends like Mario Acevedo, Eric Matelski, AJ Duncan, and more!

  • A dog fashion show that puts the “paws” in applause (YES PLEASE!)

  • An expanded Yappy Hour for both humans and hounds 🐕🍹

  • Live music, vendor booths,

… Read more!
Arts & Entertainment, Fashion Events around town

Wear the Resistance: Fashion as a Force for Change

At the intersection of fashion and activism comes a new summer series that dares us to rethink what we wear—and why. Curated by Kayte Green, owner of Recovering Hipster Goods, and Michael Sullivan, creator behind HAUS, “Wear the Resistance: Mindful Consumption” is more than just a lecture series; it’s a call to action for conscious creatives, style rebels, and sustainability advocates. Kicking off this June, the first weekend of events invites us to explore how fashion can be both radical and restorative through upcycling, mending, and community building.

 

🧵♻️ Wear the Resistance: A Radical Lifestyle — Upcycle. Resist. Repeat.

Join Haus and Recovering Hipster Goods for the kickoff of their powerful summer lecture series, Wear the Resistance: Mindful Consumption, a deep dive into fashion’s role in the sustainability revolution. 🌎✨

This two-part weekend experience is for creatives, resellers, and conscious consumers who are ready to rethink the life cycle of clothing and rebel against waste.

👖 Friday, June 20 | 6PM–9PM
📍 Recovering Hipster LLC
🎤 Lecture: A Radical Lifestyle
Led by Michael Sullivan of Haus, this evening session unpacks the heart of upcycling—from spotting quality pieces to giving garments a second (or third!) … Read more!

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BASTILLE DAY FRENCH FEST 2025: A CELEBRATION OF FRANCE AND ITS GLOBAL CULTURAL CONNECTIONS AT THE FILLMORE PLAZA IN DENVER’S CHERRY CREEK NORTH

Bastille Day: French Fest
July 11th-13th, 2025
Fillmore Plaza in Cherry Creek North
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The French American Chamber of Commerce Rocky Mountain is thrilled to announce the return of Bastille Day: French Fest, taking place July 11–13, 2025, at Fillmore Plaza in Cherry Creek North—Denver’s most vibrant and walkable neighborhood. This free, family- and pet-friendly outdoor celebration highlights French culture and its global connections, bringing together the elegance, flavor and creativity of France with the diverse traditions of communities around the world. This year, guests can also enjoy specially curated, ticketed wine and culinary experiences produced in partnership with Vin Social.

Event Details

  • Dates: July 11-13, 2025
    • 7/11: 4pm to 10pm
    • 7/12: 12pm to 10pm
    • 7/13: 12pm to 7pm
  • Location: Fillmore Plaza, Cherry Creek North, Denver
  • Admission: Free and open to all

What to Expect

  • French Market: Over three days, explore a vibrant market featuring local and international artisans offering gourmet foods, fashion, beauty products, artwork, and home décor bringing the spirit of a classic French market to life in Denver. Artists and musicians will bring a global french blend of creativity from live painting to music and dance. A family-friendly space with face painting, crafts, and games for
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RMCAD: Fashion Lecture Series

🌸 Event Details

📅 Thursday, June 5, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. MT
📍 Zoom Webinar

RMCAD’s annual Fashion Lecture Series is back, and this year’s lineup promises a full day of inspiration, insight, and creative spark for students, emerging designers, and dreamers alike. From seasoned professionals to bold innovators, each speaker will offer a glimpse into the real-world experiences, challenges, and triumphs that shape the fashion industry today.

Register today! 

I’m thrilled to be one of the featured speakers for the event, sharing a talk that’s close to my heart. Join me at 3pm!

✨ Designing from the Inside Out: Creating from the Heart & Building Your Dream Studio Space

In this session, we’ll explore how the best designs start within—how your personal story, passions, and perspective can shape work that truly stands out. I’ll share lessons from my own journey, including the creative process behind designing bold collections, working on a budget, and building a studio space that fuels inspiration.

From mood boards to upcycled materials, we’ll dive into tips for infusing meaning into your work and creating a space that reflects you. Whether you’re an aspiring fashion designer, an artist, or a creative of … Read more!