Fashion

Fashion Show

Models

Model applications for Tekko 2022 are open now!

Models of all sizes and genders are encouraged to apply for this year's fashion show! Application coming soon...

Photo Credits: Maya Elaine

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

Availability

The fashion show Date and Time is TBD, but will be at night.

Fittings date and time are TBD. Your fitting time depends on the brand you are modeling for.

All models must attend a rehearsal at date and time TBD.

Any models requiring assistance with makeup and/or hair/wig styling must be available for a styling appointment on Friday afternoon, between 3pm and 7pm. Models doing their own styling will be expected to arrive 90 minutes before showtime. Models will be emailed detailed information regarding their appointment and the location of the dressing room.

We have a tight schedule on Friday. Out of consideration for the designers and staff, it's critical you be on time for both the rehearsal - which is mandatory for every model - and for your hair, makeup, and/or wardrobe appointment. Any model who misses rehearsal, has not arrived for the styling appointment 5 minutes before their scheduled time, OR who has not made prior arrangements with staff will be replaced by an alternate and blacklisted from future modeling opportunities with Tekko and PittJCS.

Any questions or concerns, please contact Becca Henke at [email protected]

What We're Looking For

A Good Attitude!
All genders are welcome to apply. We will have a variety of looks for all genders.
We will have various items available for both standard and plus size models.
Models should be 16 years of age or older.
Models may be expected to provide the following:
- Petticoat(s)
- Wigs
- Nude color undergarments
- Hosiery (socks or tights)
- Shoes
- Basic Makeup (foundation, eyeliner, mascara)
Models will be notified of the color of any necessary items when they are assigned an ensemble.

Model Conduct

Please follow directions given by staff (brand and PittJCS) at all times.

Please do not be late.

Please do not bring friends, family, etc. to fittings, backstage or elsewhere. We cannot accommodate unauthorized personnel.

Please do not take photos at fittings and stay focused since we are on a tight schedule.

Photos may be permitted during show prep, but we ask that you do not post any material prior to the show. This may include spoilers.

Models may not be permitted to eat in or around the clothes. Models may not be able to leave the prep room/green room once they are in their looks.

Please return all items in the condition which you received them, with all packaging intact. Please put everything back into its original packaging!

Please be courteous to our guests backstage. Please do not approach the guests to ask for photos or autographs. There will be autograph sessions at the con. Please attend autograph sessions to give gifts and receive autographs.

While your participation in the show is on a volunteer basis, we expect courtesy and professionalism from all of our models. We may withdraw those engaging in misconduct at any time and blacklist them from participating in future fashion shows.

Featured Designers

Featured designers forthcoming.

Regional Showcase Designers

Kittykaya Kawaii Designs

Kittykaya’s artist Christina has been a lolita fashion enthusiast for 13 years. Kittykaya was created around kawaii culture, lolita fashion, and nostalgic pop culture from the artist’s childhood in the U.S. Kittykaya does a bit of everything, including illustrating, designing and sewing original lolita print dresses, and making jewelry. From Christina’s experience, lolita can be quite uncomfortable, which is why she strives to bridge the gap between comfy and cute! Kittykaya’s dresses are made to order from the initial print sketch to the final piece, with no extra cost for inclusive sizing. Also, they have giant pockets big enough for a Nintendo Switch!

Empire Noir

Empire Noir is an Aristocratic Gothic and Lolita Brand inspired by the regality of the macabre. This vampiric tale is told through a dynasty of red expressions, as well as west African culture and Baroque periods of style.

Midnight Springs

Midnight Springs is a yamikawaii brand founded by a chronically ill crafter and designer. Midnight Springs strives to accent all things creepy with cute, and carries multiple menhera-themed designs in hopes that cute accessories can help spur conversations that lead to awareness and acceptance.

The Angelic Forest

The Angelic Forest is a Pacific Northwest lolita fashion brand that aims to bring quality and affordable clothing to people of all sizes. They work in sweet and gothic lolita substyles and make items from dresses and skirts to matching jewelry and handbags.

Belladonna

Belladonna began in 2013 when long time best friends Michelle and Rachel decided to embark on a wild journey to create Jfashion clothing and accessories for the american market. Since then Belladonna has had the pleasure of showing collections in fashion shows all across the United States and even a few international shows. Over the years Belladonna has grown and now offers plus size clothing, wigs from Japanese brand Brightlele, a large array of kawaii aesthetic jewelry and press-on nails and everything from elaborate to staple lolita fashion items.

Tea Party

Lolita Fashion Tea Party

The Lolita Fashion Tea Party will be held on the morning of Sunday July 24 . Venue details TBD.

This is an event for Lolita Fashion and Ouji enthusiasts with an enforced dress code. Anyone not abiding by the dress code will be denied admission. No refunds will be given. If you are attending with a parent or partner who is not part of the fashion, they may wear formal elegant attire.

Brand attire is encouraged but not required for this event.

Tickets are not yet on sale. Ticket prices generally range from $50-$100 depending on ticket tier.