Looking back on the night, we’re overjoyed and deeply grateful. The Exmerce Showcase brought community, fashion, and charity together under one roof for the very first time. It was a fashion show created to celebrate local Calgary fashion brands and retailers. It also helped raise awareness and support for Chrysalis: An Alberta Society for Citizens with Disabilities.
Why We Do This
At the end of the day, it’s all about helping and supporting others. It’s about uplifting one another to be our best selves, whether in business or in life. Life moves fast, and it’s easy to get caught up in day-to-day stress. So it’s worth slowing down every now and then, to be grateful, to have fun, and to genuinely enjoy each other’s company. No matter what’s going on, take a breath. Hold on to the moments that bring a smile, a bit of warmth, or a good laugh. Live in the moment a little more.
Thank You to Everyone Who Made It Happen
None of this comes together without an incredible community behind it. So thank you to everyone who showed up to support Calgary’s local fashion scene and Chrysalis, and a heartfelt thank you to everyone below.
Our ecosystem partners: ATB Financial · Futurpreneur · Momentum Calgary · YWCA Calgary
Our fashion brands and retailers: Bumby Wool · Tingo Fashion · Rivaado · 2 Nations · The Shoo · AfroBold · Afrika Entle · Evolving Prowess
Our volunteers: Jessica Scott · Lais Martins
Our exhibitors: Roundedge Innovation · D’Luxe Agency · Tingo Fashion
Our host sponsor: A special thank you to RUMUR, and to Andy Truong, for hosting us.
Our entertainment: Static Bollywood brought an incredible performance to the stage, and DJ Cory with Total Entertainment kept the music going all night.
Behind the scenes: Lauren with PHD Beauty kept everyone camera-ready with hair touch-ups throughout the evening. Meanwhile, our models and the team at Sophia Models brought every collection to life on the runway.
Our MC: Big kudos to Mr. Calgary, Dennis Agbegha, BSc, MSc.. He kept us entertained and the energy going all night long.
Altogether, we appreciate every bit of generosity, time, and willingness to lend a helping hand that made this night possible.
Community Over Everything
This showcase was Exmerce at its core: community, connection, and local businesses supporting one another for a cause bigger than any of us individually. Thank you again to everyone who made the first Exmerce Showcase a night to remember.
