Emerge! Fashion Show Epic return to NYFW February 15, 2022

Emerge Founder, Dionne Williams — Photo Credit: Antoine Debrill

Emerge! Fashion Runway Show established to be a catalyst and provide a national platform for independent and emerging designers returned to an in-person live runway show during New York Fashion Week on February 15, 2022.

Host Danielle James at Emerge — Photo Credit: Antoine Debrill

In addition to the fashion show, each season Emerge! presents the coveted ‘Fashion Innovator Award’ an honor to those who have received the award recognizing them for their worldwide fashion influence. This season the award was presented to the legendary designer Karl Kani.

Designer, Karl Kani — Photo Credit: Antoine Debrill

Emerge! showcased a talented roster of emerging designers presenting their awe-inspiring collections during the show.

Courvoisier presented a signature bottle to Karl Kani — Photo Credit: Antoine Debrill

For 11years Emerge! has consistently championed and provided support for an array of multicultural designers from around the globe to the frontline of fashion.

Fashion Icon, Miss Jay — Photo Credit: Antoine Debrill

Designers included: Makarassi Couture (New York, NY), Ke’raye London (Las Vegas, NV), Ty Brooks (Philadelphia, PA.) Shenell Renee (New York, NY) Edwing D’Angelo (New York, NY) Tote & Carry (Los Angeles, CA).

Monique Rodriguez, owner of Mielle Organics — Photo Credit: Antoine Debrill