Schedule of Events
2024 SWAIA Native Fashion Week
After 102 years of promoting Native Art, we proudly present the first-ever U.S. Native Fashion Week. Witness a dynamic week and captivating runway shows featuring the finest creations by Native American and Indigenous Canadian designers. Delve deeper into the artistry stemming from rich heritages and celebrate the power of fashion as a language that transcends generations. Tickets available below.
Thursday,
May 2nd
2024 Media and VIP COCKTAIL RECEPTION
- 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM (Press Only) 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (VIP)
- Governor's Mansion
VIPs, high-profile models, designers, media, and tastemakers come together for an exclusive pre-show celebration at the Governor’s Mansion. Mingle with scions of the fashion industry in an unforgettable evening of networking and connections. Indulge in culinary delights featuring appetizers, small bites, exquisite champagne, fine wines and a curated selection of Bow and Arrow beer, catered by BOXCAR.
Friday,
May 3rd
All About Indigenous Fashion Symposium
- 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- MUSEUM of INDIAN ARTS & CULTURE, Kathryn O'Keeffe Theater
NATIVE AMERICAN ART MAGAZINE VIP FASHION PARTY
- 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- LA FONDA ON THE PLAZA, Lumpkins Ballroom
Join Native American Art Magazine’s VIP party at the La Fonda Hotel. This intimate and dazzling event celebrates the Native Fashion World and offers the chance to rub shoulders with renowned designers, fashion enthusiasts, media, and cultural influencers. There will be delicacies from master chefs as well as a red carpet entry, champagne toast and gift bags when you leave. Check out the latest edition of NAA, and get to know the people behind the magic.
SATURday,
May 4th
POP-SHOPS and Activation Spaces
- 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM MT
- Santa Fe Community Convention Center
Shop the Runway firsthand and drape yourself in style with Native Fashion explore quality fashion with Pop- Up Shops and immersive Activation Spaces where brands come alive through product demonstrations and personalized interactions. General Admission or any Fashion Show Ticket allows all-day access.
SWAIA Native Fashion Show
- 3:00 PM MT
- Santa Fe Community Convention Center Ballroom
SNFW’s premier 2024 runway show highlights a fusion of cultures where traditional silhouettes meet contemporary innovations. Check out the latest works from designers:
- House of Sutai by Peshawn Bread
- Penny Singer
- Clara McConnell of Qaulluq
- Carrie Wood of chizhii
SWAIA Native Fashion Show
- 5:30 PM MT
- Santa Fe Community Convention Center Ballroom
This exquisite showcase presents an evolution of heritage of ancestral aesthetics flowing into contemporary expressions. Enjoy the vision and designs of:
- Dehmin Osawamick Cleland
- Helen Oro Designs
- Tierra Alysia of Vividus
- Patricia Michaels of Water Lily
SUNday,
May 5th
POP-SHOPS and Activation Spaces
- 11:00 PM - 6:00 PM MT
- Santa Fe Community Convention Center
Shop the Runway firsthand and drape yourself in style with Native Fashion explore quality fashion with Pop- Up Shops and immersive Activation Spaces where brands come alive through product demonstrations and personalized interactions. General Admission or any Fashion Show Ticket allows all-day access.
sWAIA Native Fashion Show
- 2:00 PM MT
- Santa Fe Community Convention Center Ballroom
Be among the first to discover the future of fashion with this generation’s creatives. Designers Include:
- Ayimach_Lodge By: Angela DeMontigny, Rachelle White Wind, Jason Baerg
- Victoria’s Arctic Fashion
- Loren Aragon of Towering Stone
- Lesley Hampton
SWAIA Native Fashion Show
- 4:30 PM MT
- Santa Fe Community Convention Center Ballroom
Prepare for the powerful use of textiles, symbolism, and the sheer craft of these rising stars. Join us for the finale show of SNFW 2024 with designers:
- Randy Leigh Barton
- Maria Hupfield
- Heather Bouchier X Indi City
- Himikalas Pamela Baker of T.O.C. Legends
- Orlando Dugi
VIP Experience/ All Access Pass
- 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM MT
- Santa Fe Community Convention Center Ballroom
Get the full experience with a ticket to the Media and Cocktail Reception, and seats to ALL four Fashion Shows. Experience Native Fashion like you never have before with an unforgettable experience and a deep dive into this fascinating art.
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