Real Impact Across Dayton, Cincinnati & the Midwest
(DE-FI) Global INC | Testimonials & Reviews
Real voices. Real results. Hear from designers, guests, models, makers, educators, and partners who’ve grown with (DE-FI) Global INC, from Dayton to Cincinnati and across the Midwest. Our volunteer-led, barrier-free incubator is building careers, connections, and a stronger fashion ecosystem.
What Guests are saying about the 2025 Dayton Fashion Week
"Tonight was such a beautiful evening. Thank you very much for allowing me the amazing opportunity to be a part of this networking."
— Kadija Mills, Event Attendee
Dayton Fashion Week’s Networking Event was an incredible experience. I was honored to be invited and so excited to be on the list of attendees. The energy in the room was amazing, and I met so many inspiring people in the local fashion scene. It’s always exciting to see the local fashion community growing and I’m so grateful to be part of it!"
—Jenn Whitaker, Styled by Jenn
Congratulations on 12 years of (DE-FI) Global INC! You are doing wonderful things for the fashion industry!"
— Emma Bambauer, Sprouting Positivity Boutique
Hey Team,
I just wanted to say congratulations on a fabulous event. It was a lot of work but you made it look effortless.
I also wanted to say thank you for making it such a great experience for the kids. Stella has been in dance, voice, cheer, martial arts, choir, soccer, school performances and art exhibitions most of her life. We let her try everything so she can find her true talents and passions. She has competed at fairly high levels in some areas. I must say I was concerned about the things she might hear and see at this event. But I was so impressed! Everyone, including every single model was professional and respectful of the children. The kids were showered with praise and compliments from every angle. Instruction was kind and encouraging. An outsider like myself would have thought this event was created strictly for kids with trained pros in this area.
Stella was so happy with her adorable outfit from Ms. Sonya. Before bed, she asked about 8 times if she can do this again. So, from the bottom of my heart, thank you. I pray God blesses your team with much favor and success beyond your imagination.
Amazed,
Rhonda Royster
Mom- Stella Bradow
Fashion Week of Cincinnati...You're on Deck!
The inaugural Fashion Week of Cincinnati is here and we’re doing things differently. This isn’t a traditional runway-heavy fashion week. This is the foundational year that's taking a bold, unorthodox step toward amplifying Cincinnati’s incredible fashion talent and laying the groundwork for what’s to come.
We’re building bridges, elevating voices, and weaving together the fabric of the industry one designer, collaboration, and one moment at a time.
Invitation requests are now open. Space is limited, and this is where it all begins.
Be part of the foundation.