SWAIA Native Fashion Week refines curation in consolidated format

The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) is set to host a new curated format for this year_s edition of SWAIA Native Fashion Week. Taking place May 8 to 9_ the event will now be held in one location – Eldorado Hotel & Spa in Santa Fe_ New Mexico – as opposed to multiple sites.

According to the organisers_ this setup provides a more refined programme in an intimate environment that intends to deepen engagement and strengthen designer visibility.

In a statement_ SWAIA executive director_ Jamie Schulze_ said: “This year_s format allows us to focus on depth over scale. By bringing the programme into a single venue_ we are creating higher-impact moments_ stronger connections between designers and audiences_ and new opportunities to integrate hospitality_ culinary storytelling_ and fashion into one cohesive experience.”

Designers participating this year include Patricia Michaels_ Himikalas Pamela Baker_ Lauren Good Day_ Jamie Okuma_ and Jontay Kahm. A Native Creatives Market in the hotel_s Anasazi Ballroom will be held across the two days_ while A Taste of Native Fashion Gala is scheduled for the evening of May 9 in the Grand Ballroom.