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Fashion Talks Brings a World of Glamour to Cleveland: What We Saw

The event in Playhouse Square featured visual and interactive experiences anchored in creativity and style.

by Cleveland Magazine Staff | Jun. 8, 2026 | 10:00 AM

The Fashion Talks Foundation, The Runway, Cleveland

Photographed by Alyson Garfield

On June 7, the Fashion Talks Foundation brought its annual runway event to the streets of Cleveland under the dazzling chandelier in the Playhouse Square district. The event showcased globally inspired work from up-and-coming designers across the region, and celebration continued off the runway with coffee and cocktail pop-ups, a photo booth, raffles and live fashion sketches. It’s a public initiative for models, designers, entrepreneurs and fashion enthusiasts alike that cultivates inclusivity and a deeper appreciation around the local style scene.

The Fashion Talks Foundation, The Runway, Cleveland
The Fashion Talks Foundation, The Runway, Cleveland

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The Fashion Talks Foundation, The Runway, Cleveland
The Fashion Talks Foundation, The Runway, Cleveland
The Fashion Talks Foundation, The Runway, Cleveland
The Fashion Talks Foundation, The Runway, Cleveland
The Fashion Talks Foundation, The Runway, Cleveland

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