The events will feature over 3,500 models showcasing more than 100 up-and-coming designers and performances by DaniLeigh, Lola Brooke, Doechii, and Kaliii

The Model Experience (TME) Fashion Week Festival returns for another year with bicoastal events in New York City and Los Angeles to celebrate up-and-coming designers and models. The world’s largest platform for models and designers, TME offers an opportunity for artists to showcase and perform in a unique festival environment that combines fashion and entertainment. The festival will kick-off in New York City at the Armory Track Arena on September 9, and conclude in Los Angeles at the Los Angeles Convention Center on September 30.

There will be approximately 3,500 models on the runway showcasing over 100 designers across both events. The Los Angeles event will be hosted by Candice (@candice – 1.1M), artist, fashion designer, and content creator. She joins dance and beauty together, sharing fashion and confidence tips with her audience. The New York event will be hosted by Shaun Ross (@shaunross – 940K), international fashion model, recording artist, and actor. Shaun has always promoted self-acceptance throughout his work, being featured in major fashion publications, campaigns, and runway shows.

Special musical guest performers will rock the stage, including DaniLeigh (@iamdanileigh – 4.5M) and Lola Brooke (@lola.brooke - 1.2M) in New York, as well as Doechii (@doechii – 499K) and Kaliii (@kaliii – 1M) in Los Angeles. Singer, performer, and dancer, DaniLeigh has released various hit singles including her Platinum-selling song “Lil Bebe” featuring Lil Baby. Brooklyn-based rapper Lola Brooke has performed at events such as Rolling Loud and HOT97’s “Who’s Up Next,” and was most recently on tour with A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie. American rapper and singer Doechii rose to prominence with the viral success of her song "Yucky Blucky Fruitcake" and was recently named to XXL’s Freshman Class in 2022. Kaliii, rapper and hip-hop recording artist, was recently featured on the Barbie soundtrack album and continues to achieve acclaim with singles such as "Wet," "Standards," and "Area Codes.” Additional musical guests for the 2023 Fashion Week Festival to be announced soon. Past performers include Coi Leray, Grandmaster Flash, Saucy Santana, and more.

“We’re excited to reach new heights and really push the boundaries this season,” said TME founder Ashley Covarrubias. “This event is going to take a lot of models and brands to the next level. TME believes in inclusivity and making your own table when you can't find a seat. We give unsigned models and up-and-coming designers a chance to share the stage with some of the biggest names in music and fashion,” said Ashley. “Sometimes all you need is an opportunity.”

ABOUT THE MODEL EXPERIENCE’S FASHION WEEK FESTIVAL:

The Model Experience offers Models, Designers, and Brands a unique opportunity to showcase and perform in a unique festival environment that combines fashion and entertainment. Nicknamed “the Superbowl of fashion shows”, TME has been giving up-and-coming models the chance to walk the runway for over a decade.

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