Emerging Designer Applications Open
Why Emerging Designers Apply to California Fashion Week
California Fashion Week helps emerging designers gain runway experience, professional content creation, media visibility, fashion industry exposure, networking opportunities, and connection within the California fashion and creative community.
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What Selected Emerging Designers Receive
Professional Runway Showcase
Professional Runway Models
Backstage Coordination
Networking Opportunities
Designer Interview Feature
Professional Fashion Photography
Runway Video Coverage
Social Media Exposure
Editorial Content Opportunities
California Fashion Week Magazine Feature
CAFW DESIGNER APPLICATION
Application Fee: $15
Non-refundable. Submission does not guarantee acceptance.
Selected designers will receive additional participation details upon acceptance into California Fashion Week San Diego 2026.
Participation supports runway production, venue coordination, model coordination, backstage operations, media coverage, and designer placement. More information: Designer FAQ
Runway Opportunities for Emerging Fashion Designers
California Fashion Week provides emerging fashion designers with a luxury platform to showcase their collections, build brand visibility, create professional runway content, connect with industry professionals, and gain exposure within the growing West Coast fashion community.
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