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"Success comes to the underdog who doesn't let sleeping dogs lie...

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The Applications

One of the best things to know about (DE-FI) is that we are always on the search for the new talent!


Things to keep in mind:


Designers- New designers are eligible to enroll in the fashion incubator once a year. If you miss the enrollment period, there are still opportunities for you to participate in non-CFDA Connects related workshops, events, and activities throughout the year via the House of (DE-FI)ance: A Fashion & Design Co-working Experience monthly gatherings. 


If you are a designer only looking to sell your work on Dayton Threads we accept submission and will add designs to our online boutique regularly. Dayton Threads will relaunch in September during the 6th Annual A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance.


Models-  As of right now, we are no longer accepting model submissions for the Dayton Fashion Week Launch Party.  However, should a participating designer request additional models, we will post the details both here and on our social media pages, so be sure to follow us there and check back here frequently.


(DE-FI) Models Agency is currently only accepting online submissions. 


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Associate Incubator Member 

Boutique Support Program

Buyers

CFDA Webinar Series

Dayton Fashion Week Events Invitation Request 

Dayton Fashion Week Incubator (A Generation of (DE-FI)ance Jr. & Sr.) Deadline: December 31,2022.

Dayton Fashion Week Incubator (Designer Talk Series I & II) Deadline: December 31,2022.

Dayton Threads

(DE-FI) Models Submission

Join the Team

Judging Panel

Sewing Team

Speakers 

Teach Sewing

The Cincinnati Fashion Incubator Deadline: May 1, 2023.

The Art of (DE-FI)ance Fashion Fund Board of Directors

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(DE-FI) Global INC Applications-CFDA Connects

Dayton Fashion Week A Generation of (DE-FI)ance Incubator

Open to students ages 6-17, our incubator experience is an immersive opportunity that taps into our youth's natural desire to express themselves through clothing in a fun and stimulating environment that encourages creative visioning and self-expression. Students will learn from 3 careers paths within the Fashion Industry: Fashion Design, Business, and Production while laying a foundation of practical skills that will last a lifetime. The deadline is December 31, 2022.

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Boutique Support System

Our Boutique Support System is a network of local and national boutiques supporting aspiring and emerging fashion designers get their brands in different markets. This opportunity includes exclusive marketing benefit, inside access to partnership opportunities, access to the best up and coming designers, and reserved seating for Dayton Fashion Week.

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Buyers

As Retail Buyer attending one of our fashion experiences or scouting the work of designers in our incubator, you will have exclusive access to all brands showcasing during this week long event. Not only will you find the newest emerging designers and best independent designers on our runways, but they will be retail ready with the assistance of our parent company the Dayton Emerging Fashion Incubator and our sister company the Dayton Garment & Textile District and prepared to ship!

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CFDA Webinar Series

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Dayton Fashion Week Associate Incubator Member Application

One of our goals is to ensure that aspiring and emerging talent who are genuinely interested in seeking a career in fashion are connected to like minded individuals. Dayton Fashion Week's Incubator is not just for designers, it's also for photographers, models, business professionals, makeup artists, pattern makers, stylists, illustrators, videographers, fashion show producers, writers, sewists, tailors, bespoke, textile makers, and more.

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Dayton Fashion Week Invitation Request Form

Our 2022-2023 season is shaping up to be one of our biggest seasons to date making it imperative that we are very intentional with our audience and the attendees. Our goal is to ensure that aspiring and emerging talent who are genuinely interested in seeking a career in fashion are not lost amongst those who attend fashion events for entertainment. We have adopted an invite-only format for the majority of our experiences this season, tickets will only be available for purchase to those individuals who are invited.

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Dayton Threads Designer Application

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(DE-FI) Models Submission

We currently are not holding in-person open calls and ask you to submit your application via this form. We are looking for something different, we aren't interested in your outfit or makeup skills. You should appear as natural as possible in your image submissions meaning a clean face with absolutely no makeup, hair pulled back, and wearing a form fitting outfit like skinny jeans and a tank top; we need to see the shape of your body. Please note you should never pay to attend a casting, never share photos in the nude or in lingerie. (DE-FI) models ONLY correspond via email domains that end with defiglobalinc.com. If you are contacted by anyone claiming to be a representative of (DE-FI) Models, do not respond without first verifying their identity by promptly calling us directly at 937-416-1388 and we'll be happy to verify.

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Dayton Fashion Week Designer Talk Series Application

In order to be considered for Dayton Fashion Week's Fashion Incubator you must complete this initial screening application.The Deadline is December 31, 2022.

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The Art of (DE-FI)ance Fashion Fund Board of Directors

Are you interested in helping aspiring, emerging, and established fashion professionals reach their next career goals? Apply now to join the Board of Directors for the 501(C)(3) Tax Exempt Non-Profit The Art of (DE-FI)ance Fashion Fund. We just need a few pieces of information.

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Judging Panel

So, you're interested in joining our judging panel? We just need a few pieces of information. The designer selection will be judged by an expert, independent panel, carefully selected and vetted to ensure no conflicts of interests. Judges are required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for the purpose of judging. Our panel of judges will carefully review each submission against the provided judging criteria. Scores are collated, then combined. The results will be challenged and discussed with (DE-FI) leadership to ensure full transparency.

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Sewing Team

We are seeking experienced sewists and tailors to support our designers work.This is a contract position, pay will vary; benefits are not included. Requirements: Must have experience in using a sewing machine (industrial sewing machine experience is a plus), patterns, garment construction, fabrics and sewing terminology. Required experience: 2 + years of sewing.

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Speaker Application

We're looking for dynamic speakers from diverse disciplines in business, fashion, technology and innovation to be a part of our Speaker Series.

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Teach Sewing

We are seeking experienced Sewing Instructors for teaching opportunities with the Dayton Fashion Week Incubator This is a contract position, pay will vary based on class(es) that are taught and number of students taught; benefits are not included. Requirements: Must have experience in using a sewing machine (industrial sewing machine experience is a plus), patterns, garment construction, fabrics and sewing terminology. Required education: High school or equivalent. Required experience: 2 + years of sewing, Experienced in teaching in a classroom setting with diverse students, is a plus.

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The Cincinnati Fashion Incubator

The Cincinnati Fashion Incubator is launching in July 2023, applications are open until March 31, 2023.

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