Lexus Charleston Fashion Week® The Events returns October 11-12, 2024

By Robin Gibson / Image by Aleece Sophia

For the 18th year, Hendrick Lexus Charleston returns as the title sponsor.

Lexus Charleston Fashion Week® (Lexus CFW),one of the leading regional fashion weeks in the United States, announces “Lexus CFW The Events,” a two-night celebration happening October 11-12, 2024, atFestival Hallin downtown Charleston, South Carolina. For the 18th year,Hendrick Lexus Charlestonreturns as the title sponsor. This two-night fashion fête will include:

● The CFW Style Lounge, presented byO’Neill Plastic Surgery,hosting numerous curated pop-ups shops with the hottest in accessories and fashion, as well as experiences such as a 3-D photo-booth, libations, live interviews, and much more.

● An evening with 5-6 runway shows featuring the latest in fashion, including theEmerging Designer Competition,presented byCharleston magazine,on Friday night, plus a Featured Designer each night. Designers interested in competing shouldapply herebefore the August, 14, 2024, deadline.

● TheLexus CFW Hometown Heroes,some of Charleston’s finest first responders, to be honored at the event Saturday night.

Both evenings are sure to a be knock-out as we work tirelessly to curate an interactive style lounge with top fashion and lifestyle brands showcasing and selling goods, right in time for the holidays. — Jacqueline Lawrence, Executive Event Director

Executive Event DirectorJacqueline Lawrencesays, “The CFW 2024 event is shaping up to be the best year yet! This year we are thrilled to expand the Emerging Designer Competition to include five up-and-comers an opportunity to show their collection on Friday night with one being named the Top Emerging Designer. Saturday night features the best in fashion with shows from local and regional boutiques, capped off with a featured show, guaranteed to impress."

Lawrence adds, "Both evenings are sure to a be knock-out as we work tirelessly to curate an interactive style lounge with top fashion and lifestyle brands showcasing and selling goods, right in time for the holidays. With a stellar team behind the scenes, I am thrilled to produce this event for its 18th year!”.

Auditions to cast models are scheduled to take place over two days in August. Those interested in securing a spot for a chance to walk the runway should complete and submit theapplicationno later than August 5, 2024.

Tickets for Lexus CFW The Events will be available for purchase soon. This is your chance to mingle with the crème de la crème of Charleston's fashion scene. Discover the latest trends in fashion and lifestyle for the 2024/2025 seasons. Don't miss out on the action —sign up here for early accessto be part of the trendsetting crowd!

For more information, visit charlestonfashionweek.com or @chasfashweek.

About Lexus Charleston Fashion Week®

Showcasing fashion designers and models, local and regional boutiques, and multimedia experiences, the 18th annual Lexus Charleston Fashion Week® (Lexus CFW) is one of the premier fashion weeks in North America. Named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, Charleston Fashion Week presents high-end runway shows, interactive entertainment, chic parties and events.