Winston-Salem Fashion Week Returns For Its 10th Year

Did you know that Winston-Salem has its own fashion show? Starting from small beginnings at Salem College, Winston-Salem Fashion Week has grown into an annual tradition. Make plans to attend a runway show as Winston-Salem Fashion Week returns for its 10th year!

September 18, 2024

What is Winston-Salem Fashion Week?

Winston-Salem Fashion Week (WSFW) is a platform for those working in and breaking into the fashion industry. In the past, WSFW has featured designers from the Triad, its surrounding cities, and even New York, Atlanta, and Washington, DC.

Background of Winston-Salem Fashion Week

Founder Nikita Wallace started WSFW as her senior thesis project at Salem College in 2015. The college hosted the first WSFW over two days with 500 total attendees. (Yes! Weekly) Nowadays, WSFW welcomes 200-300 attendees for each runway show. This year’s event features 16 designers and over 100 models!

2024 Events

• Art of Fashion “Beyond the Runway” Exhibition | Thursday, September 19 | NCMA Winston-Salem (formerly SECCA)
• WSFW Opening Sneaker Ball & Recognition Ceremony | Monday, September 23 | Robert Hall
• WSFW & Food to Fashion Runway Show | Wednesday, September 25 | Southside Food Forest
• Swap & Style Event | Thursday, September 26 | Delta Fine Arts Center
• Model Rush – A Collegiate Runway Show | Thursday, September 26 | Location TBA
• “Urban Street Style” Runway Show | Friday, September 27 | Truist Stadium
• Retail Runway Shows & Presentation | Saturday, September 28 | NCMA Winston-Salem and Innovation Quarter Atrium
• Youth Category Runway Show | Sunday, September 29 | Innovation Quarter Atrium

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