Macon Fashion Week returns for its second year today, beginning with the Bibb County School District Student Runway Presentation at 6 p.m. in the Tubman Museum. It will top off on Saturday with the Fashion Finale at Dillard’s in The Shoppes at River Crossing. “Whatever dream you had as a kid, it would probably be reignited coming to a fashion show,” MU Runway President Sebastian Blaco ‘26 said. While not a part of this year’s fashion week, Blanco’s organization has partnered before with Macon Fashion Week, which has quickly become a hub for local designers and fashion gurus. The six-day event is once again focused on accessibility, Macon Fashion Week producer Susannah Maddux said. The programs throughout the weeks are complimentary, with the option of purchasing a VIP pass. Sustainability is at the forefront, Maddux said. “Fashion isn’t all about buying brand new things.” This year, Macon Fashion Week has expanded with more partnerships, including Cotton Incorporated through the Georgia Cotton Commission. Cotton Incorporated sent natural fibers for featured designers to use in their pieces. The Urban Runway presentation on Friday will feature cotton that was provided by Cotton Incorporated. It will start at 8 p.m. on Poplar Street. Maddux said that local businesses are also offering perks including the Fashion Love Hangover Brunch on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Hotel 45. Maddux is also the publisher for Macon Magazine. She plans to keep the spirit of fashion week alive through…
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