Past Events

The West 18th Street Fashion Show began in the summer of 2001. Former West 18th Street merchant, Isabel's Boutique, saw a need for a new and creative platform to showcase emerging talent in the Kansas City fashion scene. The success of the first annual outdoor West 18th Street Fashion Show, Isabel's Fashion Spectacle, paved the way for an exciting and eclectic new K.C. tradition.

The yearly tradition of the Isabel's Boutique-organized outdoor fashion event continued to thrill audiences with uniquely funky collections by both independent designers and local boutiques through the summer of 2003.

Amidst West 18th Street proving itself as a hub for K.C. art and fashion, since 2004, a variety of 18th Street retail owners, such as Birdies, spool*, Second Honeymoon and Shuttlecocks, and outside producers have helped take the reigns of the show.

Select an event to your right to read about how the show has grown since 2004.