MEMBERSHIPS

BECOME A MEMBER

FWD Fashion Group accepts membership applications throughout the year. The process takes up to 30 days from the time you submit your application. Our yearly membership plan is a 12-month commitment.

Please read below for information on membership benefits and the application review process.

BENEFITS

Access to FWD Fashion Group
Access to FWD Fashion Group’s resource directory
Complimentary access to FWD Fashion Group Workshops and Seminars
Discounts on FWD Fashion Group special events and merchandise
The ability to promote individual events through FWD Fashion Group's private Facebook group
Access to affiliates in fashion-related services
Opportunity to participate in Pop Up Showcases
Access to the members-only section of the website
Members-only meetings

APPLICATION REVIEW PROCESS

Complete the appropriate online application below.
Upon submission of the application, you will receive notice that FWD received your application. Please note the membership application review time frame is approximately 30 days.
Once an application is approved, the member will receive a welcome email outlining the following steps and the membership fee payment method.

TYPES OF MEMBERSHIPS

Professional Designer $225/yearly

Qualifications

In business 3+ years (Must provide proof of business)
Must have experience in the fashion, costume, accessory, or textile design field
Must have a storefront or online store

Benefits

Access to FWD Fashion Group's resource directory
FWD Newsletter and Member
Highlight
The ability to promote individual events through FWD Fashion Group's private Facebook group
Selected Exclusive, invite-only emails
Complimentary or Discounted d to FWD's Programming and Events
Opportunity to participate in Pop Up
Showcases
Opportunity to participate in FWD's
Fashion Show
Grant Opportunties

SELECT

Emerging Designer $175/yearly

Qualifications

In business 2 years or less (Must provide proof of business)
Must have experience in the fashion, costume, accessory, or textile design field

Benefits

Access to FWD Fashion Group’s resource directory
FWD Newsletter
Complimentary or Discounted access to FWD’s Programming and Events
Opportunity to participate in Pop Up Showcases
Opportunity to participate in FWD’s Fashion Show
Access to Industry Mentors
Networking Opportunities
Volunteer and Internships
Grant Opportunities

SELECT

Creatives $150/yearly

Qualifications

Photographers, videographers, models, makeup artists, stylists, graphic designers, press/media, pattern makers, illustrators, fashion show producers, and retailers
Creative must work in the fashion or costume industry
Portfolio is required to be submitted
Business license if you are a retailer

Benefits

Access to FWD Fashion Group's resource directory
BLK Newsletter
Complimentary or Discounted access to FWD's Programming and Events
The ability to promote individual events through FWD Fashion Group's private Facebook group
Opportunity to Collaborate with FWD
Group Fashion Group Designers
Opportunity to participate in FWD's
Fashion Show and Events

SELECT

Student $75/yearly

Qualifications

Must be currently in high school, college, university, or trade school
Able to provide references from teachers/instructors
Must be currently enrolled in or interested in fashion, costume, accessory or textile design

Benefits

Access to FWD Fashion Group’s resource directory
FWD Newsletter
Complimentary or Discounted access to FWD’s Programming and Events
Access to Industry Mentors
Networking Opportunities
Volunteer and Internships
Scholarship Opportunities

SELECT

Become a Volunteer

Lend Your Time & Talents…Become A Volunteer!

FWD Fashion Group always seeks individuals who are willing to contribute their time and talents to the organization.

Areas we are looking for assistance with include but are not limited to

Event planning assistance
General administrative assistance
Membership Committee

To volunteer, please send your name, contact information, and the area you would like to assist with to info@fwdfashiongroup.org

Hours

Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm