Cultivating Future Fashion Architects, One Bold Idea at a Time
Welcome to A Generation of (DE-FI)ance, where young creatives learn,engineer, produce, and disrupt fashion. Rooted in the innovative infrastructure of the House of (DE-FI)ance: A Fashion & Design Co-working Experience, this youth incubator merges design, business, and science into one immersive journey that ignites passion, purpose, and professional pathways.
Divided into two age-specific peer groups, the program delivers tailored, hands-on experiences that grow with each participant:
The Experience
Through the lens of fashion, students in our youth incubator dive deep into design, innovation, and impact. They won’t just learn about fashion, they'll explore career clusters including:
Our Work
At (DE-FI), we believe youth deserve real-world, real-time experiences. That means:
A Generation of (DE-FI)ance goes beyond exposure; it’s an invitation to lead.
Our Fashion Pipeline
A Generation of (DE-FI)ance isn't a one-off workshop. It's a career-building pipeline that begins with creativity and ends with opportunity. Here’s how:
Why Join?
A Generation of (DE-FI)ance's youth incubator is a launchpad and our second most successful program, only behind our nationally recognized Model Incubator. In fact, 100% of our designer success stories began their journeys in the A Generation of (DE-FI)ance Senior Cohort, proving that when young talent is cultivated with intention, the results speak for themselves. These designers have gone on to graduate from FIT, design for Ulla Johnson and White House Black Market, work with A-list celebrities, and be featured in Vogue turning early exposure and education into nationally recognized careers. This is a space for your child to explore their passions, build real-world skills, and envision a future in fashion. By the end of the program, participants leave with a solid foundation, a clearer sense of purpose, and tools to confidently take their next steps.
Get Involved
Whether you're a parent, educator, designer, or potential strategic partner, there's a role for you:
Media Highlights
Our youth have:
• Assisted with professional photo shoots and fashion campaigns
• Produced student-led fashion showcases
• Participated in statewide innovation fairs
• Designed sustainable prototypes for local exhibits
Resources
Every student in A Generation of (DE-FI)ance receives:
• A customized learning plan based on their age and goals
• Monthly skill-building workshops
• Access to sewing machines, design software, and 3D printers at the House of (DE-FI)ance
• Exposure to material science through Farm to Fashion and STEM Atelier initiatives
Contact Us
Got questions? Ready to support? Want to bring this program to your school?
Reach out through our Contact Page or follow us on Instagram @defiglobalinc
Together, let’s raise a Generation of (DE-FI)ance who are unafraid to question the norm and bold enough to lead the industry.
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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.