Foster For Real Fashion Show
Foster For Real Fashion Show
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Foster For Real Fashion Show
Empowering Confidence, One Runway at a Time
👗 5 cohorts (2019–2025), serving 100+ youth.
Foster Care Unplugged’s Foster For Real Fashion Show program transforms self-image and self-confidence for youth impacted by foster care, child welfare systems, and at-risk environments. Over 12 weeks, participants work with professional stylists, designers, and wellness coaches to discover their authentic selves and walk the runway with pride.
What’s Part of the Service:
- Trauma-informed workshops on self-esteem, identity, and self-expression.
- Personalized fittings and styling sessions with fashion industry professionals.
- Runway training, public speaking coaching, and performance skills.
- Vocational skills development in modeling, styling, personal branding, and professional etiquette.
- Access to career pathway support in creative arts, fashion, and communications industries.
Public Showcases and Media Reach:
The Foster For Real Fashion Show culminates in a professional runway event attended by over 2,000 guests including city officials, foster care stakeholders, birth and foster parents, youth advocates, and major funders.
The shows have been featured across media outlets including local news stations, fashion industry blogs, podcasts, and major publications —spotlighting our participants' talent and resilience.
Why You Should Refer a Youth:
The Foster For Real Fashion Show gives youth a platform to celebrate who they are beyond their circumstances.
Participants gain self-esteem, professional exposure, and the confidence to pursue opportunities in fashion, creative industries, and beyond.
