RetroFittings at Music Hall

Tying together pieces from St. Vincent de Paul (SVDP) Thrift Stores with high fashion trends, University of Cincinnati College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) students transform items they find in the stores into runway fashion. All proceeds from this one-of-a-kind fashion fundraising event support the many programs of SVDP – helping our neighbors in need. RetroFittings proves that a good cause never goes out of style; join us for a memorable and impactful evening!

6:00 PM – Drinks, hors d’oeuvres, boutique shopping, silent auction, raffles

7:30 PM – Welcome and program

Fashion show immediately following the program

• RetroFittings is a fashion show and fundraising event featuring the designs of students from UC’s top-ranked DAAP fashion program. Students from DAAP shop with a limited budget of $25 at St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores, then transform items they find in the stores into runway fashion.
• The event showcases the students’ ingenuity and creativity and celebrates sustainable fashion.
•  RetroFittings also features an exclusive boutique with high-end items from SVDP thrift stores, as well as a silent auction and raffles.
• All proceeds from the event support the many programs of St. Vincent de Paul, helping our neighbors in need.