The Daily Bulletin

Buffalo State University’s Fashion and Textile Technology Department and New Era Cap proudly present the 17th annual Runway fashion show Saturday, April 20, at 7:00 p.m. in the Buffalo State Sports Arena. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., so arrive early to secure your spot.

Experience the creativity and talent of our Buffalo State students as they take the stage to showcase their designs, production skills, and collaborative efforts. Dress to impress and immerse yourself in the glamour of our live Red Carpet and Photobooth. Don't miss the chance to shop at our new Bengal Bodega boutique and network with the finest in Buffalo's fashion scene!

Event Timeline
Doors open - 5:00 p.m.
Opening remarks - 7:00 p.m.
Show starts - 7:05 p.m.
Closing remarks and awards - 8:00 p.m.
Event ends - 8:30 p.m.

Learn more about our 2024 focus, True Delusion!

For more information, visit the Runway website.

The Runway Experience

RUNWAY: GENERAL ADMISSION $20

• Live Red Carpet access
• Shop our Benga Bodega (cash and cards accepted)
• Enjoy our Buffalovebus photobooth experience

RUNWAY: VIP $100

The Ultimate Runway VIP Experience 5:00–6:30 p.m. VIP guests will be seated at 6:30 p.m.; show starts promptly at 7:00 p.m.

• Access to a private VIP party in Sports Arena (new spot!)
• Enjoy complimentary beer, wine, and hors d'oeuvres
• Reserved VIP seating
• Exclusive Runway x OM New York limited edition True Delusion tote bag
• Runway swag by Renew Bath & Body and In-Room Plus
• Shop our Benga Bodega (cash and cards accepted)
• Enjoy our Buffalovebus photobooth experience

POSE: Live Red Carpet
Experience the epitome of fabulousness with our live red carpet featuring Buffalo drag queens Carrot Darling and Ditzy Duke. From jaw-dropping True Delusion outfits to mesmerizing makeup, these queens will dazzle you as they own the carpet, exuding g-l-a-m-o-u-r. Bring the action and bring the style. Who are you wearing to Runway?

SHOP: Bengal Bodega
The Bengal Bodega is a pop-up boutique that celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of Buffalo State University. Shop the curated selection of products ranging from apparel and accessories to one-of-a-kind vintage and handmade finds. Bengal Bodega supports Milligan's Buffalo State Food Pantry by contributing 10 percent of proceeds to help combat food insecurity among students at Buffalo State.

We extend our sincere gratitude to our 2024 sponsors:
Presenting Sponsor: New Era Cap

Bespoke Sponsor: Spicy Creative, Tribe Up North, Legacy House, Creative Connect

Couture Sponsor: OM NEW YORK

Collection Sponsor: Evergreen, Crisis Services, M&T Bank, Franco’s Pizza, West Herr, Wegman’s, Renew Bath and Body, In-Room Plus

Designer Sponsor: BetterMynd, Ingram Micro, Buffalovebus, Second Chic, Metagama, Save the Rags, Ms. Eye Candy Boutique, Trend Up, CrossClipss, Buffalo State Alumni Association 

Thank you to our campus partners: School of the Professions, Buffalo State Foundation, Open House, Africana Studies, Fiber Arts, Theater Department, Events Management, Marketing and Communications, and Alumni Association.

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