Fellows
Fashion Circuit Fellowship Program
The Fashion Circuit Fellowship is a one-of-a-kind program designed to empower the next generation of fashion creatives. Open to individuals ages 15 and up, the fellowship provides hands-on experience in the fashion industry by pairing fellows with experienced mentors and designers leading up to our seasonal fashion shows.
What We Offer
Our fellowship program allows participants to develop real-world skills in one of four key areas:
Design & Styling – Work alongside designers to bring their collections to life.
Media – Capture the essence of the show through photography, videography, and digital content creation.
Marketing – Learn how to promote fashion events, engage audiences, and build brand awareness.
Event Production – Get behind-the-scenes experience in organizing and executing a major fashion event.
A Fellowship Rooted in Creativity & Community
We believe creativity is a lifelong gift, and no one should ever stop dreaming. That’s why our program is open to students, novice designers, and young professionals looking to break into the fashion industry. We actively collaborate with educators and community organizations to ensure young creatives have access to this unique opportunity.
If a program like this had existed when we were students, we would have loved to be part of it—so this is our way of paying it forward to the communities that shaped us.
Spring 2025 Fellows
For our Spring 2025 show, we are proud to welcome twelve fellows from Waukee to Waterloo! These fellows will play a direct role in creating the show, participating in weekly assignments focused on business literacy, creative development, and networking with fashion professionals.
SewCial Impact: Fashion for a Cause
Fellows in our program don’t just gain industry experience—they also participate in our SewCial Impact Project, which integrates fashion with community engagement. Through this initiative, fellows collaborate on projects that use fashion as a tool for social good, whether it’s sustainability efforts, workshops for aspiring creatives, or outreach programs that make fashion more accessible to underrepresented communities.
Stay Connected
Applications for our Spring 2025 Fellowship are now closed, but we invite you to stay connected with us! Follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter to be the first to know when applications open again.
Are you ready to take your first step into the fashion industry? Keep an eye out for our next fellowship opportunity!
