DESIGNER RETREAT 2022
Harlem’s Fashion Row is excited to announce its 4th Annual Designer Retreat! Join us for 3 days of provocative and informative panels and talks from publicists, buyers, designers, stylists, top brands, and more.
As the only conference created exclusively around the needs of multicultural designers, the Designer Retreat is the perfect place for designers to network with each other, discover funding sources, learn about in-house design roles, and learn about strategies to grow your current design business.
DAY 1
May 18
Stylist Round Table
Public Relations
Scaling your Business & E- Commerce
Wellness Check
Maximizing your Social Platform
Making the Shift from DTC to Wholesale
NETWORKING DINNER
MAY 18
Complementary Cocktail Hour
Working in House
Networking
DAY 2
MAY 19
INDUSTRY STOPS
We will hit the best fashion businesses in the city to learn from the masters in this industry.
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There will be up to 6 tracks for designers to choose from and each will feature 3 locations.
Past industry stops include the CFDA, Dapper Dan's Atelier, Google and Intermix.
DAY 3
MAY 20
Nike Combine Designer Competition
Bubbly & Breathing Complementary Brunch
Send Off
FULL WEEKEND PASS
$199
Early Bird Special*
$499
Value: $1,995
Access to all 3 days of panels, talks and activations
HFR Backstage Pass in the City
Networking Dinner
*Early bird sale ends 5/10.
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Is this retreat for designers only?Yes, this retreat is for designers only. This includes designers of all categories including footwear, jewelry, handbags, accessories, clothing, and headwear.
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What are the requirements for attending?You must be a designer with a line that's being sold currently (online or in store) or a designer that's working in-house for a brand now.
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What are the vaccination requirements?All attendees are required to bring proof of vaccination for each day of the retreat.
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Can I get a refund?We are not offering refunds for the retreat, however you can get a credit toward the next HFR event.
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Can I attend as press?This event is very exclusive and unfortunately we are not allowing anyone to attend as press that's not pre-approved by our sponsor. Email frances@armandconsulting.com for more information.
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Is there an age restriction?Yes, our designer retreat is for adults 21 and over.
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Is there a host hotel?No, there is currently no host hotel for this event. We suggest staying in mid-town Manhattan, however all of our locations will be close to a subway stop. We will provide details on how to get to each venue on the subway.
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Can I bring someone with me?Each ticket allows for one person. You are not allowed a guest to this retreat.
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How should I dress?Our presenting sponsor is Nike, so feel free to wear a pair of Nike's each day. Please be comfortable and fashionable.
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Will lunch be served?Lunch will be served on the first day. You may be responsible for your lunch on day 2.
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Who do I email with additional questions?Please email Deondra Henderson at deondra@harlemsfashionrow.com with any additional questions.
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How are designers chosen for the retreat?To provide this rare designer experience, it is also vital that we curate the guests in attendance to ensure it's an incredible experience for everyone. We also want to ensure equal levels of experience to give this opportunity to designers across the board. We have limited space available for 75 designers. Upon review, you will be notified within 1- 2 business days. Once we are at capacity, the application will not be available.
