From automobiles to furniture to architecture, Michigan has had an impressive impact on our nation’s style from the late 19th century to the current day. The latest industry to build on the state’s stylish legacy is fashion. Design innovators like John Varvatos, Anna Sui, Kevan Hall, and Tracy Reese first discovered their flair for fashion in Michigan. Each has returned at some point to help inspire this growing local industry. Apparel is not just being designed here, but also produced. In recent years, the state’s creative, educational, and manufacturing entities have converged to create a vibrant fashion community. Several universities have fashion design and merchandising programs, and there is a resurgence in teaching sewing as a trade. Michigan is currently home to two fashion incubators, and a multitude of designers who are generating a style all their own.
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Latest Past Events
Buy Michigan Now Festival
Downtown Northville 101 E Main St, NorthvilleThe Buy Michigan Now Festival is a weekend party in downtown Northville, honoring the state’s annual Buy Michigan Week. This family-friendly event showcases hundreds of Michigan-made products along with scrumptious eats, cool drinks, live entertainment, book signings, and children’s activities, all highlighting Michigan-based businesses. Together we are revitalizing the economy, one product, one purchase, one person at
Great Lakes Design & Construction Expo
Suburban Showplace Collection 46100 Grand River Ave, NoviJoin us in February 2022 at the Suburban Collection Showplace for a one-day event that combines the Great Lakes Design and Construction EXPO, CAM Annual Meeting and Magazine Special Issue Awards, and the Mid Year Economic Forecast and various educational workshops.
Grand Rapids Remodeling & New Home Show
Devos Place 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand RapidsWhether you’re thinking of remodeling your current home, or starting fresh with a brand new home, the exhibitors at the Grand Rapids Remodeling and New Homes Show have you covered.