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Deets: May at “FUTURES” at the Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building (AIB) embraces the spirit of play and joy.

For “Into the Future of Fashion” Thursday, May 12, 6 p.m.–10 p.m., fashion fans are invited to get their futuristic OOTD (outfit of the day) ready for an evening trip into a sustainable, equitable and inclusive future of fashion. AIB is convening some of fashion’s most innovative designers, thought leaders and brands through a magical melding of runway, performances and interactive talks emceed by Dashaun Wesley, host/MC of HBO Max’s culture-defining ballroom competition show Legendary. 

The evening begins with a special presentation of AIB's signature FUTURES Cypher panel discussion exploring the future of fashion, featuring award-winning Marni Senofonte, celebrity stylist (Beyoncé, Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner) and judge/co-signer on HBO Max’s The Hype streetwear competition; Michelle Tsau of Avant Gardist and menswear designer Andrew Nowell. Then, enjoy special DJ performances and creative cocktails before the night culminates with a jaw-dropping runway show of emerging and major designers celebrating the future of streetwear, sustainable fashion, avant-garde, ballroom culture couture and more, co-hosted by ballroom icon and co-executive producer of HBO Max’s Legendary, Jack Mizrahi and curated by Studio|Couture. Designers include Phenotypsetter, Vincent Li, YASUYUKI ISHII, Grace Yeboah Ofori, Natalie Abrams, Frank Huynh and Joey Jett, all selected for their bold, playful views that are helping to shape the global fashion worlds. 

Hint for the Average Socialite: While he evening is free, advance registration is required and space will be limited. Guests are encouraged to dress to manifest the future you desire.