Our 2026 Season is Almost Here!
The House of (DE-FI)ance™ quietly reopened during Dayton Fashion Week™ in July 2025. Since then, we have been working behind the scenes, laying foundations, forging alliances, and designing the internal systems that will (DE-FI)ne what comes next.
Membership invitations begin to surface in January 2026, but full access unlocks in March.
The next chapter of the Evolution of (DE-FI)® begins now.
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Behind the Seams: The Build-A-Brand Experience in Action
(DE-FI) Fashion Week: The Business of Fashion's Designer Workshop
Our fellow villager Lynn Barnes PhD, owner of M.Lynn Barnes Fashion Design Studio taught three Designers Workshops for Beginners during our #FashionWeek. Here Lynn shares details of the annual New York City pilgrimage with area designers.
(DE-FI) Fashion Week: The Business of Fashion's Finding Your Design Inspiration Pt. 1
Lynne Bartely lecture on Finding Your Design Inspiration; Lynne is from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising.
(DE-FI) Fashion Week: The Business of Fashion's Finding Your Design Inspiration Pt. 2
Lynne's talk with #AspiringDesigners on Finding Your Design Inspiration at the Business of Fashion Seminar during (DE-FI) Fashion Week!
(DE-FI) Fashion Week: The Business of Fashion's Finding Your Design Inspiration Pt. 3
Lynne's talk with #AspiringDesigners on Finding Your Design Inspiration at the Business of Fashion Seminar during (DE-FI) Fashion Week!
(DE-FI) Fashion Week: The Business of Fashion's Finding Your Design Inspiration Pt. 4
As a part of FIDM's Finding Your Design Inspiration presentation during the Business of Fashion Seminar; Lynne Bartley gave aspiring #Designers 10 minutes to sketch out a design, some designers found their inspiration from items found in their pockets!
(DE-FI) Fashion Week: The Business of Fashion's Establishing Your Clientele
This video offers invaluable insights for aspiring independent fashion designers seeking to establish a strong and sustainable clientele. Learn how to navigate the industry, balance your passion for fashion with other commitments, and create a thriving career without relying solely on design as a full-time job. With practical advice and a clear breakdown of strategies, this session provides a roadmap for building a successful, flexible, and fulfilling career as an independent designer. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your approach, this video is packed with actionable tips and industry knowledge to help you achieve your goals. Do you know your value?
(DE-FI) Fashion Week: The Business of Fashion's Sourcing and Manufacturing
Jay Arbetman from the Chicago based The Sourcing District shared a wealth of knowledge with our aspiring #designers during (DE-FI) Fashion Weeks Business of Fashion Seminar. From how to build your brand, to sourcing and manufacturing your product Jay shared it all! He also share why boutiques and fashion shows are bad business for new and emerging designers. Check out what Jay had to say here.
Mastering the Camera: Acting Improv at Model Boot Camp
During (DE-FI) Fashion Week’s Business of Fashion series, aspiring models stepped into the spotlight for an Acting Improvisation Workshop led by renowned Acting Coach Chew Oparah. Designed to push boundaries, this hands-on session challenged participants to elevate their performance and establish deeper connections in front of the camera. From striking poses to mastering presence, this workshop was all about owning the lens and taking their modeling game to the next level.
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2026: The Build Out™ Is Underway.
The new year is here, join the professional home for creatives, talent, and business professionals serious about fashion careers, training, and industry access.
From working Tables and seasonal mixers to training intensives and signature weekends our 2026 calendar is taking shape. Explore what is next in regional fashion across Dayton, Cincinnati, and the Midwest. Talent in our incubators and members of The House of (DE-FI)ance™ receive first priority, discounted rates, and additional perks across select (DE-FI)® fashion experiences.