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Pittsburgh Fashion Week – Seven Designs, One Stage: Pittsburgh’s Best Shine at Fashion Week 2024

On September 27th, 2024, Pittsburgh Fashion Week, emceed by the wonderful Daisy Jade, brought a new energy to the Wintergarden at PPG Place, as designers unveiled collections that balanced tradition with modern innovation. Each designer showcased seven unique designs, offering a glimpse into the diverse creativity shaping the city’s fashion scene.

Michael Nolan Kouri, one of the featured designers, drew inspiration from the vibrant styles of the 1980s for his collection. “My collection is inspired by the 80s—a lot of neons, portraying that bold era. What I love about being a designer is that you can create these extravagant things,” Kouri explained. Reflecting on his future goals, he added, “One day I would love to open a store in Pittsburgh.”

Photo by Amaya Lobato Rivas

Starr Thomas, another standout designer, expressed her excitement about the event, saying, “Seeing all the designs and people’s creative take on fashion has been the most exciting part.” For Thomas, Pittsburgh itself is a source of inspiration. “I mean, this is Pittsburgh—this is home and family. I’m inspired every day.” She also offered advice to emerging designers, encouraging perseverance: “Never give up, even if you feel broke or like you’re about to cry. Just keep pushing. If it’s your passion, it will come to you.”

The energy of the evening extended to the models, including Giovanni Natalie, who shared his experience on the runway. “It was so cool. The energy was up tonight—everyone was so loud. I love it. It’s so Pittsburgh.” Reflecting on his favorite moments, Natalie added, “The people here, the models, are all so beautiful and different. Everyone’s so social and alive. There’s so much common ground between everyone, and this whole industry is really cool.”

Photo by Amaya Lobato Rivas

With high-energy music from DJ Petey C and a dynamic performance by Keeley Hernandez and Jessica Lilja, the night was more than just a runway—it was a celebration of Pittsburgh’s creativity and community. After the show, guests had the chance to meet the designers and models up close at the after-party, building connections within the city’s growing fashion scene.


As Pittsburgh Fashion Week continues to expand, it’s clear that the city is carving out a distinct voice in the fashion world, blending local talent with a spirit of innovation.

For a glimpse of all the styles in motion, check out our Pittsburgh Fashion Week reel on Facebook or Instagram.

Photos by Amaya Lobato Rivas

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