It’s that time of year again! Go ahead and block your calendars (and ask for your vacay time now) – Austin Fashion Week is here: April 24 – May 3,
Q: How do I attend these fabulous events?
A: Some events are free, others require pre-purchased tickets, or you can snag an all-access VIP Badge for $850 – $1,500. Purchase tickets here.
Check out this year’s schedule below (ticket prices noted). There are a lot of exciting new changes this year! For additional details, click here. I’ll see you on the red carpet!!
AUSTIN FASHION WEEK SCHEDULE–
- Thursday, April 17 | The Beauty Event| Westlake Dermatology
- Get gorgeous with hair, makeup, & eyelash consults, polish changes, UAL luxury handbags and accessories, and Westlake Dermatology specials
- 5:00 – 8:00 pm
- Free
- Thursday, April 24 | The University of Texas Fashion Show “Specturm”| Frank Erwin Center
- The University Fashion Group will showcase collections from the designers of the future
- 6:00 pm
- Free
- Saturday, April 26 | AFW Brunch | Searsucker
- 3-course brunch & wine pairing, with looks from Elie Tahari, Valentines Too & more – 100% of proceeds directly benefit The Rise School of Austin
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- $70 or $125 (VIP)
- Friday April 25 – Sunday April 27 | Showcase Events | Throughout town
- Events, runway shows, and cocktail parties
- Free
- Monday, April 28 | Shop787 | Austin Music Hall
- All local shopping event – 60 retailers, designers, product brands for your shopping pleasure
- 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- $10 (but, attendees receive a $10 gift card!)
- Tuesday, April 29 | The Men’s Event | Austin Music Hall
- Let’s hear it for the boys. This one is for you guys: Scotch, beer, wine, cigars, fashion tips, skincare & shaving advice, & more
- 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- $25
- Wednesday, April 30 – Thursday, April 31 | Runways & Marketplace | Austin Music Hall
- Designers from around the world showcase their collections on the runway
- 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
- $15- $385, depending on row
- Friday, May 2 | FA 36o Fashion Accelerator Workshop | Austin Music Hall
- Learn everything you need to know to launch & market your fashion line
- 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
- $85
- Friday, May 2 | Designer All Stars | Austin Music Hall
- Lifetime’s Project Runway, Designer All Stars collection showcase ,with after party meet & greet
- 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
- $15 – $435, depending on row
- Saturday, May 3 | Austin Fashion Awards | Austin Music Hall
- The grand finale of Austin Fashion Week. The oh-so-coveted Golden Boot awards for Austin’s Rising Stars, Trailblazers, and Mash-Up Teams (look for an very special addition to the teams this year :))
- 6:30 pm – Red Carpet
- 7:30 – Show
- $60 – $180 depending on level
- Saturday, May 3 | Austin Fashion Awards After Party | Rio
- It’s not over, is it?!
- Admission with Austin Fashion Award Ticket