
Thursday, February 13 Union West 547 W 28th St. 12:00PM – 8:30PM
THANK YOU!
Just in time for the 2020 Spring New York Fashion Week, ESSENCE Fashion HouseTM returned to NYC to celebrate and support the creative genius and talent of our community.
The event featured a dynamic day of conversations, runway shows and designer showcases.
Check back soon for the official recap!

Just in time for the 2020 Spring New York Fashion Week, ESSENCE Fashion HouseTM returns to celebrate and support the creative genius and talent of our community.
Program


TALKS
Enjoy conversations and masterclasses with notable designers, industry leaders, influencers and entrepreneurs who are moving the Black culture forward.

DESIGNER SHOWCASE
Explore a curated visual presentation of works by emerging black designers.

FASHION SHOW
Witness the latest season collections on the runway from the fiercest Black fashion designers in the game.

HOSPITALITY AND MORE
Enjoy complimentary coat check, charging stations and additional surprises!
RUNWAY SHOW DESIGNERS


Carlton Jones
Founder-Designer

Esé Azénabor
Creative Director/Founder

Venny Etienne
Luxury Sportswear Designer of LEVENITY
Speakers


Alexandra Cunningham Cameron
Curator Contemporary Design, Cooper Hewitt

April Walker
Creator, Lifestyle Entrepreneur, Brand Evangelist

Audrey Smaltz
Founder/CEO The Ground Crew

Brandice Daniel
CEO/Founder of Harlem’s Fashion Row

Dario Calmese
Photographer

Deidre Jefferies
Creative Director & CEO, ESPION Atelier

Farah X
Director, Editor

Halima Aden
Model / Activist

Kollin Carter
Fashion Stylist and Creative Director

Law Roach
Image Architect

Lisa Cortés
Producer/Director

Misa Hylton
Fashion Architect & MCM Global Creative Partner

Seleen Saleh
Founder of Street Culture

Sergio Hudson
Fashion Designer

Suzanne Cohen
Head of Branch Experience, JP Morgan Chase

Undra Duncan
Creative Director of Undra Celeste New York

Young Paris
Producer/Rapper
Showcase Designers


Amy Lefévre
LEFÉV

Anifa Mvuemba
HANIFA

Dumebi Iyamah
Owner/Head Designer

Franci Girard
THE SIXES

Jameel Mohammed
Founder and Creative Director, KHIRY

Khadijah Fulton
WHITE SPACE

Rodney Patterson
ESENSHEL HEADWEAR

Valerie Blaise
VAVVOUNE
SCHEDULE

MORE TO COME!
Tickets

Your confirmed RSVP provides you all day access to the ESSENCE Fashion House plus the opportunity to network with fashion industry insiders.
Includes:
- Fashion Show*
- Talks*
- Designer Showcase
*Entry is first come, first served. Limited capacity is available so early arrival is encouraged.*
THANK YOU!
Just in time for the 2020 Spring New York Fashion Week, ESSENCE Fashion HouseTM returned to NYC to celebrate and support the creative genius and talent of our community.
The event featured a dynamic day of conversations, runway shows and designer showcases.
Check back soon for the official recap!