Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso and Arts Ambassador Colm Dillane of renowned cultural brand KidSuper are searching for five emerging Brooklyn fashion designers to showcase their designs during an exclusive fashion show at Brooklyn Borough Hall.
Selected designers will be invited to show five full looks at a special full-service fashion show which will take place during the fall of 2025. Selected designers will each be awarded a $5,000 grant and mentorship opportunities with Colm Dillane of KidSuper. Supplies and tools for garment design and construction will not be provided.
Summary
- BP Antonio Reynoso and Arts Ambassador Colm Dillane are searching for five Brooklyn-based emerging designers.
- If selected, each designer will be invited to show five full looks at a special full-service fashion show during the fall of 2025.
- Each designer will be provided with a $5,000 grant to assist with expenses.
- Please note: The Office of the Brooklyn Borough President will not provide materials, tools, or professional assistance with garment construction.
- The designer collection must be ready by August 29.
- More details on the Full-Service Fashion Show below.
- Each designer will be provided with a $5,000 grant to assist with expenses.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be residents of Brooklyn.
- Applicants must be 18 years or older.
Timeline
- Application opens: June 16
- Application closes: July 6 at 11:59pm ET
- Notifications go out: Week of July 18
- All designs must be finalized: August 29
- Fashion Show: Fall 2025
Full-Service Fashion Show
- The Office of the Brooklyn Borough President will provide:
- Venue with runway, lighting, sound, music, and stage design.
- Hair and makeup.
- Models.
- Styling.
- Photography and videography.
- Backstage set up.
- The Office of the Brooklyn Borough President will handle:
- All seating and ticketing.
- All communications, including press.