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Disrupting the Fashion Norm: Vetted Resources You Can Trust
About Our Vetted Resources
(DE-FI)'s Owner and Director Caressa L. Brown, who brings over 30 years of hard-won industry experience, (DE-FI) is rooted in transparency, truth, and transformation. From exposing industry scams to building trusted talent pipelines and reshaping regional economies, Caressa has done the work, and now, she’s making sure the next generation doesn’t have to start from scratch.
In a world full of noise and transactional platforms, we’ve created something different: A curated network of verified, high-impact fashion resources and collaborators, designed to help you bypass gatekeeping, eliminate guesswork, and move with intention.
Fashion Advocacy Resources
The Fabric Act
The FABRIC Act introduces groundbreaking workplace protections and manufacturing incentives designed to position the U.S. as a global leader in responsible and innovative apparel production. By supporting ethical practices and strengthening the domestic garment industry, the FABRIC Act empowers manufacturers, protects workers, and promot
The FABRIC Act introduces groundbreaking workplace protections and manufacturing incentives designed to position the U.S. as a global leader in responsible and innovative apparel production. By supporting ethical practices and strengthening the domestic garment industry, the FABRIC Act empowers manufacturers, protects workers, and promotes sustainable growth in fashion, ensuring a thriving future for U.S.-based apparel.
The Model Alliance
The Model Alliance champions fair treatment, equal opportunity, and rights for fashion workers worldwide.
Remake World
Remake World
Remake unites communities to tackle fashion's inequities, advocating for fair pay, climate justice, and sustainability for garment workers worldwide
Fashion Organization Resources
Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), Inc
The (CFDA) is a not-for-profit trade association of America's foremost fashion and accessory designers.
Kansas City Fashion Week
A nexus of fashion professionals. Featuring local, national and international designers, each year KCFW produces two full weeks of premier runway shows, enabling designers to collaborate with seasoned stylists, make-up artists, models and photographers to present their collections in the most professional atmosphere imaginable.
Las Vegas Fashion Council
A not for profit organization aimed at improving the Las Vegas Fashion market through the efforts of the fashion industry.
Art Hearts Fashion
Art Hearts Fashion is the leading platform dedicated to bringing innovative designers and artists to the forefront of fashion week.
Fashion Brand and Business Consulting Resources
CURRENT•LY™ Global Inc.
Work with entrepreneurs, corporations, and brands across industries, including: fashion, entertainment, jewelry, and lifestyle to create unforgettable experiences. Together, we elevate brand awareness using creativity, innovation, and strategy. We make brands more purpose-driven, intriguing, consistent, and enigmatic.
The Assembly Line Co.
Whether a brand is starting up or starting over, they can lean on our combined three decades as industry experts and reputation for nurturing transformative growth. Our catalog of services for branding, managing product development, and launch logistics define our organization. Clients will experience a tale of elevated support with their fairy godmothers at ASSEMBLY LINE.
V. Mora
If you’re ready to bring your fashion dreams to life then you’ve hit the jackpot. V.Mora is your one-stop-shop for all of your development, production, and launching needs.
Fructify Consulting
We discover & pull weeds that choke the productivity out of your business.
Textiles & Fabric Resources
The Studio at Innisfree
The Sourcing District: Interfacing & Muslins
The Studio at Innisfree
Specializing in natural color raw fleeces, rovings, and handspun yarns from our Shetland sheep
The Sourcing District
The Sourcing District: Interfacing & Muslins
The Studio at Innisfree
The Sourcing District is today's preeminent sales agency for fashion fabrics and garment construction necessities. Are you a start-up? We are for you! Also, a valuable supplier of all types of knits, elastics, muslin, linings of all kinds and so much more. Looking for sustainable or made in the USA options? We can assist.
Pric
The Sourcing District is today's preeminent sales agency for fashion fabrics and garment construction necessities. Are you a start-up? We are for you! Also, a valuable supplier of all types of knits, elastics, muslin, linings of all kinds and so much more. Looking for sustainable or made in the USA options? We can assist.
Price Range: $1.50 to $30.00 a yd.
MOQ: 5 yds to 25 yds depending on the vendor. Most suppliers ship in one days. All stock is shipped from North American FOB points.
The Sourcing District: Interfacing & Muslins
The Sourcing District: Interfacing & Muslins
The Sourcing District: Interfacing & Muslins
Our designs are a blend of traditional and modern styles, reflecting the timeless elegance of classic fashion while incorporating contemporary trends. We use high-quality fabrics and skilled craftsmanship to create clothing that is both comfortable and stylish, allowing our customers to express their individuality with confidence.
Sewing Instructors and Micro-Manufacturing Resources
Sew Valley
Sew Valley is a sustainably focused garment factory, sample room and incubator space. As a non-profit organization, we provide the guidance, collaboration, connections, space, services, and equipment that brands or individuals need to bring their design to market.
Accredited Fashion Design School Resources
Edessa School of Fashion
Edessa prepares its students for successful careers in the design industry and serves as a leader in the growing Midwest market through innovation, business partnerships, and community support.
Designers, Seamstresses, and Alterations, Resources
Other by IMI
Sandra "Imi" Bowden earned her BFA in Fashion Design and is a fashion designer, pattern maker, artist, and home stager. After outgrowing her home business in 2023, Sandra opened a studio and boutique, Other by Imi @otherbyimi in downtown Fairborn. Other by Imi offers shoes, clothes, styling, art, alterations, custom design services, and
Sandra "Imi" Bowden earned her BFA in Fashion Design and is a fashion designer, pattern maker, artist, and home stager. After outgrowing her home business in 2023, Sandra opened a studio and boutique, Other by Imi @otherbyimi in downtown Fairborn. Other by Imi offers shoes, clothes, styling, art, alterations, custom design services, and home staging and is open Wednesday through Saturday 12p-5pm.
Other by Imi is constantly growing and expanding, and is booked months in advance with alterations and mends, staging homes for sale, cataloguing inventory ie shoes, clothes and accessories for sale, pattern design/custom clothing, website, marketing/social media networking/presence, tradeshows/fairs, annual parties, window displays, sidewalk sales, fashion shows, and the list goes on.
Aceani Michelle Brands
Aceani Michelle Brands focuses on exploring the balance between experimental and practical design. Standing at the intersection of art and fashion.
Coral Marie
Coral Marie
Coral Marie is a sustainable lifestyle brand imbued with practical minimalist beauty.
A consciously handcrafted slow fashion collection & custom clothier; on a mission to balance aesthetics with function in order to create strong design that is crafted responsibly while also developing meaningful relationships through community support.
Kelp Rabbit
Coral Marie
Where creativity and uniqueness intertwine. I'm Lindsey Reed, the artist behind Kelp Rabbit “Handmade goods for the emotional soul”.
Social Media and Marketing Strategist Resources
Society Peach
Brings a decade of experience to craft compelling social media strategies, influencer campaigns, brand assets, content creation, social media management, and provide personalized coaching for growth online. .
Photography Resources
Pride Photography
Cloverstorm Photography
Cloverstorm Photography
We, at Pride Photography, have many decades of professional experiences. We provide high-quality images and excellent custom service. We are located on the northside of Indianapolis, IN and can provide in-studio or on-location photography services. We have provided in-person photography services nationally and internationally with a
We, at Pride Photography, have many decades of professional experiences. We provide high-quality images and excellent custom service. We are located on the northside of Indianapolis, IN and can provide in-studio or on-location photography services. We have provided in-person photography services nationally and internationally with a team of up to 4 photographers.
Phone #: 317-225-2983
Email: lennywhite70@yahoo.com
Location: 4550 Allisonville Rd
Indianapolis, IN 4605
Services: Corporate, Modeling and acting headshots. $45.00 1st pose $25 each additional pose.
Event Photography $95-$125/hr 2hr min.
Fashion Show coverage -Stills $100 per designer segment. average 10 looks/designer.
Family Portraits - Portrait Packages $45 - $85
Lenny White / Pride Photography 4550 Allisonville Rd Indianapolis, IN 46205 317.225.2983 Cell 317.562.1057 Studio lenny_pridephotography@yahoo.com
Cloverstorm Photography
Cloverstorm Photography
Cloverstorm Photography
John Flynn's love of photography began when he first picked up a camera at 10 years old. Since then, he's been a devotee of photographs and the things used to make them.
When working with human subjects, his goal isn’t to make someone look perfect, but to make them look like themselves on a great day. When a photographer focuses so much on
John Flynn's love of photography began when he first picked up a camera at 10 years old. Since then, he's been a devotee of photographs and the things used to make them.
When working with human subjects, his goal isn’t to make someone look perfect, but to make them look like themselves on a great day. When a photographer focuses so much on making someone fit the societal standards of perfection, they rob that person of their character. Your image is his focus, and the soul of that image is personality and character.
The Owner of Clover Storm Photography, John is an experienced manager with a demonstrated history working in the retail brick and mortar and e-commerce industries. Skilled in photography, Microsoft Office Suite, Advertising, WordPress, and Adobe Creative Suite. John is probably best known for his internationally recognized photography work in the pageant and competitive dance circuits.
The Fiber Forum's Trashion Show Applications Are Live!
Applications are now open for designers interested in showcasing their work in the Trashion Show during (DE-FI) Fashion Week’s Fiber Forum on September 16th in Strategic Partnership with the Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub. If you're ready to turn trash into couture, submit your application by August 30.