Memphis Art & Fashion Week Is Serving Looks This May
Say hello to Memphis Art & Fashion Week—formerly known as Memphis Fashion Week—now hosted by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and expanded to highlight fashion and art.
Say hello to Memphis Art & Fashion Week—formerly known as Memphis Fashion Week—now hosted by the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and expanded to highlight fashion and art.
Let’s be real: Memphians are stylish without even trying. From bold vintage to sleek streetwear to experimental designer fits, we’ve got flavor—and it shows. This isn’t just about runway shows (although, yes, there will be some jaw-dropping ones). It’s about the full creative experience: photography, food, identity, history, and—of course—fabulous fashion.
Directed by designer and fashion educator Ramona Sonin, and powered by the Couture Collective, this week is stacked with can't-miss events, thought-provoking experiences, and high-style vibes. Bonus: join the museum’s Couture Collective fashion membership by May 5 and you’ll get free drinks at every Memphis Art & Fashion Week event. Cheers to that.
Here’s everything happening:
Friday, May 2 – Blue Suede Vintage After Hours
5–7 PM | 486 N Hollywood St
Kick off fashion week with some vintage treasure hunting! Shop locally curated looks and level up your outfit game for the week ahead.
Monday, May 5 – Met Gala Watch Party
6–8 PM | Brooks Museum
The biggest night in fashion? We’re watching it together. Come dressed to impress, sip themed cocktails, and catch the red carpet moments at the museum’s stylish Met Gala soirée.
Wednesday, May 7 – Culinary Couture: Dinner by Karen Carrier
6–8 PM | Brooks Museum
Fashion meets fine dining with a multi-course meal by the legendary Karen Carrier. Expect bold flavors, luxe wine pairings, and creative presentation that feels like edible art. Limited seats!
Thursday, May 8 – Backstage with Korto Momolu
6–8 PM | Brooks Museum
Hear from international fashion designer and Project Runway alum Korto Momolu about her artistic journey and how she weaves heritage, innovation, and storytelling into every piece. A must for fashion lovers and creatives alike.
Friday, May 9 – Runway at the Museum + After Party
6–10 PM | Brooks Museum + Art Garden
More than 50 designers and wearable art artists—including Korto Momolu herself—bring the runway to life in Memphis’ most stylish night of the year. Afterward, mix and mingle with the talent at the Summer Art Garden After Party. It’s going to be the event everyone’s talking about.
Saturday, May 10 – Cocktails with the Curator: Black Dandyism
3–5 PM | Brooks Museum
Join curator C. Rose Smith for a deep (and super fascinating) dive into Black Dandyism—an expressive, powerful style movement from the 18th century to now. Learn how fashion has been used as resistance and storytelling in Black communities through the ages.
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