This Mother's Day weekend, Portland's fashion scene takes center stage at Spring Ascension, a runway event celebrating the emerging designers, models, and creatives shaping the Pacific Northwest's fashion future.

On May 1 and 2 at Rossi Farms (3839 NE 122nd Ave, Portland), thirteen designers will showcase work ranging from sustainable Pacific Northwest minimalism to traditional Indian couture to raw, emotionally charged collections exploring identity and survival. It's two nights, one custom-built T-shaped runway, and a room full of people who care about what fashion can do when made with intention.

Fashion Forward Week offered another perspective on how the fashion industry is evolving — one that blends storytelling, technology, and emerging creative voices alongside the traditional runway system. Founded by industry veteran Jordana Guimaraes, a Brazilian-born entrepreneur, PR strategist, and co-founder of the global innovation platform Fashinnovation, the event was created to rethink what fashion week can look like today.

8 New York Fashion Week Designers to Watch: Independent Voices Shaping the Future; The designers below reflect a range of perspectives shaping the current New York Fashion Week landscape. Some are established independent labels continuing to influence the industry, while others are gaining momentum as emerging voices. What connects them is a clear creative point of view—whether through cultural storytelling, experimental materials, craftsmanship, or community-driven brand bu

During New York Fashion Week, I had the opportunity to attend and moderate a panel at the 6th International Edition of the Unique Fashion Show, where designers, artists, and cultural innovators gathered in Manhattan to explore the connections between fashion, art, technology, and storytelling.

February 2026 Fashion Events, Resources & Reflections Hello friends, February arrives with a very different kind of energy than January. The quiet reset has passed, momentum is building, and the fashion calendar comes alive — often all at once. New York Fashion Week, global fashion weeks, panels, showcases, and community gatherings fill the month, bringing both excitement and intensity. At the same time, February is where many New Year intentions begin to waver. Goals set wit

November 2025 brings a new feeling to the fashion world — one that aims to balance reflection with reinvention. Following October's global celebration of sustainability and creativity, this month we continue to spotlight conscious fashion's evolution through meaningful events, diverse voices, and innovative collaborations.

As the air turns crisp and autumn leaves start to fall, October is the perfect time to lean into cozy layers and thoughtful choices. This season, we're celebrating fashion that's not only chic and versatile but also rooted in sustainability. From eco-friendly outfit ideas to innovative shopping strategies—and trend insights backed by credible sources—let's explore how you can stay stylish while aligning with conscious values.

Explore the best sustainable fashion events in October 2025 — including Paris, New York, Los Angeles, and Portland. Discover eco-conscious designers, circular fashion innovations, and educational opportunities redefining the global fashion industry.