WHEELING, W.Va. — Wheeling Fashion Week is proud to unveil the highly anticipated lineup for its debut runway show, taking place Saturday, June 7, at the iconic Waterfront Hall. The evening will be an unforgettable celebration of fashion and community spotlighting a dynamic mix of established and emerging brands from around Wheeling.
This year’s runway will feature an eclectic blend of styles and visions from nine standout brands:
- ALPHASTORE
- Payton’s Pretties
- House of Rouse
- Rinnifus Rae Designs
- Mia D’Amico
- Two Times: Clothing and Collectibles
- North Fork Jewelry Design
- Bebot
- Vindeezy
Each label brings its own unique aesthetic. Wheeling Fashion Week is excited to showcase boutiques, new designs, upcycled materials and sustainable fashion across menswear, womenswear, and childrenswear. It’s a diverse group of clothing, jewelry, and handbag brands who represent the creativity driving Wheeling’s fashion scene. The show’s hair and makeup are sponsored by Be Spa.
Tina Rush remarked, “I’m really excited for my jewelry brand, North Fork Jewelry Design, to be part of the first-ever Wheeling Fashion Week fashion show! It’s a great chance for us to share our handcrafted sterling silver, gemstone and pearl jewelry— inspired by nature and timeless elegance—with the community and be part of a fun celebration of local style and talent. There is so much talent in the Wheeling area and it’s great to have a way to showcase it.”
The evening will kick off with a cocktail hour for VIP ticket holders hosted by public figure Rosemary Ketchum with a live painting by Mindi Yarbrough, followed the runway show emceed by Hannah Hayes of WTOV9, and an after party sponsored by Why Don’t You Stay Awhile and The Friendlier City Project. Tickets are on sale now at whgfashionweek.com. Follow social media for updates and to learn more about the participating brands.
Wheeling Fashion Week is appreciative of the Title Sponsorship from Waterfront Hall, Runway Level Sponsorship from “A Friend of Wheeling Fashion Week,” and Strike a Pose Level Sponsorship from Generations.
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About Wheeling Fashion Week
Wheeling Fashion Week is a volunteer-driven, nonprofit initiative celebrating the style, artistry, and culture of the Ohio Valley. Through runway shows, pop-ups, and educational events, WHGFW aims to uplift local creators and foster a vibrant creative economy in Wheeling.
