Apply for Runway
Showcase your collection at The Modest Issue and position your brand at the forefront of the U.S. modest fashion industry. Designer showcase fees cover runway presentation services only.
Runway Package Options
We offer two exclusive participation packages designed to provide meaningful exposure, luxury production value, and a premium designer experience.
FEATURE RUNWAY PACKAGE – $1,750
A premium opportunity tailored to designers ready to showcase at a luxury level.
Includes:
- 10-minute runway show (up to 8 looks)
- Use of 9 professional modest-appropriate models
- 2 VIP front-row tickets for you and a guest
- Shared backstage space and glam team
- 1 Instagram feed post + story feature
- Designer name featured on website and printed show program
- Full-length HD runway video
- 10–15 high-resolution runway photos
- Media distribution to press partners
ELITE RUNWAY PACKAGE – $3,000
An elevated, red carpet experience for designers seeking maximum visibility and prestige.
Includes:
- 15-minute exclusive runway slot (up to 12 looks)
- Use of 9 professional modest-appropriate models
- 2 VIP front-row tickets for you and a guest
- Priority backstage space and dressing team
- Editorial photoshoot (3–5 styled images)
- Solo behind-the-scenes highlight reel
- 2+ Instagram posts, reels, and story coverage
- Logo placement on event stage and step-and-repeat backdrop
- Featured spotlight in pre-show marketing + press kit
- Full-length HD runway video
- 15+ high-resolution runway photos
- Priority media coverage
Photography & Video
All designers will receive professional coverage:
- HD video of full runway presentation
- 10–15 runway photos per designer
- Delivered digitally within 2–3 weeks post-show
- Credit must be given to The Modest Issue and media team when shared
Optional Media Upgrades:
- Solo BTS Highlight Reel – $300
- Editorial Lookbook Photoshoot – $500
- 72-Hour Early Delivery – $200
- Instagram-Ready Cut (Reel/TikTok Edit) – $150
Model Access
Designers will have access to 9 professional models provided by the event. The model pool will be modest-approved, diverse, and styled to fit the designer’s collection. Priority model selection available for Elite Designers.
Key Deadlines
- Designer Application Deadline: September 15, 2025
- Final Collection Submission: October 15, 2025
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Model and Music Requests: October 20, 2025
We can’t wait to see your creativity on our runway.
Note: Runway participation fees do not include booth space. Designers wishing to sell products at the event must also secure a vendor booth package.
Runway Application: Apply now to showcase your collection at The Modest Issue. Spaces are limited. Please submit your brand name, collection photos or lookbook, website or social media links, and a short brand description to our team. Approved brands will be contacted with available participation packages and fees.
If you have any questions please email us at info@themodestissue.com Subject Line: Runway Application – The Modest Issue.