Fashion Week Columbus (FWC) is the premier program of the Columbus Fashion Council, providing a high-profile launchpad for designers, models, makeup artists, hairstylists, photographers, videographers, and fashion-focused small businesses. As the leading fashion platform in Central Ohio, FWC has been shaping the industry and elevating talent for over a decade. In 2025, we proudly celebrate 16 years of fashion, creativity, and innovation in Central Ohio.

Fashion Week Columbus 2025 will be held from September 14th - 20th, with a full week of fashion events and fashion programs taking place at various venues across Central Ohio.

Tickets for Fashion Week Columbus will go on sale in July. Please keep up with our social media pages for the announcement.

Some shows are free of charge.

Designer applications for FWC 2025 are open from March 10th - 27th, and pertains to the following runway shows: High Fashion Tea Runway Show, FWCurve Runway Show, and Finale Runway Show.

All designers have been selected for Fashion Week Columbus 2025. Recycled Runway will put out a separate call for participants.

Aspiring models can apply for our Model Call through virtual submissions from May 5th-12th, 2025.

The virtual model casting link will be active on our social media pages and our website during the listed dates.

Open to all aspiring models ages 16+, all sizes, all ethnicities, and all genders.
Wear all black, nude, or white attire with minimal makeup.
Female models should wear well fitted 3 inch heels during auditions.
Male models are encouraged to be shirtless during the audition, so designers can assess your fitness level.
Virtual submissions should include a headshot, full-body photo, measurements, and a runway walk video (with good lighting).

Here is a link to our 2025 Sponsorship Prospectus.

For further inquiries, please email: sponsor@fashionweekcolumbus.org .

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