Thursday, November 12, 2026

Omni Boston Seaport / 450 Summer St, Boston, MA

The IIDA New England Fashion Show Committee is thrilled to announce we are seeking entries for the 28th Annual Fashion Show. Join colleagues and friends in friendly competition to inspire a live audience at our new venue, Omni Boston Seaport! This year's show theme is Ionic featuring the elements of the periodic table. Design firms and schools are encouraged to review the Call for Entry document and consider participating with vendor and industry partners to showcase their talents on the runway!

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EVENT SCHEDULE

5:30 PM | DOORS OPEN
Guest Check-In • Cocktails • Passed hors d’oeuvres

6:30 PM | DINNER IS SERVED
Full Buffet Opens

7:00 PM | IONIC TAKES THE RUNWAY
IIDA New England Fashion Show Begins

8:30 PM | AWARDS CEREMONY
Winners Announced

9:00 PM | THE REACTION CONTINUES
After-Party • DJ Action Jackson • Late night nosh

11:30 PM | FINAL ELEMENT
Last Call

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TICKETS - ON SALE 9/23

Tickets will on sale at 12:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, September 23. CLICK HERE for important information on tickets!

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Become an essential element of this year's event! With sponsorship opportunities at every level, you can elevate your visibility, connect with New England's design community, and support the IIDA New England Chapter's mission.

CLICK HERE to explore the available opportunities.

CLICK HERE to secure your sponsorship.

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ENTRIES

Call for Entries is now live! Click here for detailed information.
- STEP 1: Click here to access Step 1 which is due Friday, August 7
- STEP 2: Click here to access Step 2 which is due Friday, September 18
- STEP 3: Due Friday, October 2 (link coming soon)

Questions are welcome, please contact Kayla Metheny kaylametheny@respsourcecontract.com or Amanda Fay afay@dlrgroup.com.

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