MFWVA 2024 DESIGNER LINEUP

88 Spades by Emmanuel Bynoe

88spades is a menswear brand created by Emmanuel Bynoe that celebrates the male form while playing with shape and silhouette, taking the experimentation and techniques of the high fashion world and bringing them into casual, street, and edgy looks. Each look is designed, cut, and sewn with its own unique character and essence using a wide variety of deadstock fabrics.
If not sewing in his design space, Emmanuel can be found in Alexandria, Virginia where he manages an independent fabric store that inspires his designs every day.

E27X28 BY ETHAN CASTANO AND XANDWE STEBRITZ

Ethan Castano and Xander Stebritz are two local fashion designers from Virginia Beach and the co-founder’s of the fashion brand “E27X28.” Inspired by the dynamic culture of skateboarding and their shared love of childhood video games, E27X28 blends urban edge with high fashion, featuring a stunning array of pieces that highlight bold patterns, rich textures, and intricate detailing. Ethan spent nine months in the Dominican Republic, where he taught himself how to sew, further deepening his connection to his roots and enhancing his craftsmanship.

With Xander Stebritz bringing eight years of self-taught digital and graphic design experience to the table, the brand is known for its creative and visually compelling aesthetic. E27X28’s mission is to spread love and further creativity throughout the world. E27X28’s latest collection demonstrates their artistic growth and design philosophy. Each garment tells a story, reflecting their commitment to pushing the boundaries of traditional fashion. Drawing inspiration from their cultural background, nature, music, childhood cartoons, skateboarding, and the vibrant imagery of video games, their designs feature unexpected combinations and innovative silhouettes. As Ethan and Xander continue to evolve and expand their brand, they remain dedicated to creating beautiful, timeless pieces that resonate with fashion enthusiasts around the world.

BLAK LABEL COUTURE By Harlan Scott

Harlan Scott is widely being recognized as the FUTURE of LUXURY streetwear designer, reshaping the fashion landscape with his groundbreaking designs. In 2018, he launched his eponymous streetwear brand BLAK LABEL KOUTURE setting a new standard for the intersection of luxury and urban style. Harlan's creations have garnered attention for their fusion of high-end materials and streetwear aesthetics, appealing to a diverse and discerning clientele.
His innovative approach to streetwear caught the eye of Spotlight Magazine, which featured his work in a prominent editorial spread, further solidifying his status as a trailblazer in the industry. Notably, Apple recognized Harlan's talent and sponsored his debut Capsule Collection in Washington DC, underscoring his reputation for pushing boundaries of Contemporary ART and Street Art merging the 2 Worlds of fashion innovation. With his commitment to quality, creativity, and authenticity, Harlan Scott continues to captivate audiences and redefine the concept of luxury streetwear.

Tracey Langford/360 Vintage Designs

Tracey Langford is the CEO of 360 Vintage Designs a Boutique in Virginia Beach, VA.
Tracey is a Self- made fashion/wardrobe stylist. Owning a vintage boutique has been her dream at the early age of 16, she realized she had a passion for fashion and her love for women and men vintage clothing became that passion! Tracey has featured Vintage fashion looks from her Boutique on the Runway for SBFW in New York's fashion week, DC fashion week, and the Runway shows for VAFW in Virginia. Tracey styling techniques have created classic fashion looks for women and men models, in and around the Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Many have been styled by Tracey for editorial photo shoots, personal events, weddings and nights out on the town. Tracey prides herself in creating looks that stand out from the crowd, as a personal stylist; Tracey loves to tap into the uniqueness of all sizes; she can take one look at you and know what works. 360 Vintage Design's goal is to set standards of classiness and to help people feel good about themselves, "when you look good you feel good". Tracey/360 Vintage ultimate goal is to assist people with capturing their uniqueness, she has impressed many among the fashion elites, with her fashion standards, her eye for mixing colors, patterns, fabrics and vintage looks, overall; sets her aside from many. Let’s just say Tracey has a keen eye for detail(s) when creating looks Tracey/360 Vintage Designs is dedicated to showcasing moments and finding the look(s) that fit(s) your style, there are no two people whose styles are the same.

Castano Modafina by Erik Castano

Colombian Model and Stylist and soon to be Designer Erik Castano has his eyes set on building a fulfilling career in an industry that he loves, and respects. Modeling has set the tone for this 6'5" Latino along with styling clients of all ages through Hampton Roads; he takes great pride in making each person feel like a celebrity. After all, "When you look good you play good" a tag line used for his Tailor Made Sports Broadcast which will relaunch in the fall isn't just his motto for athletes but anyone who is playing in the game of life.

Erik’s fashion resume includes hosting various industry shows most recently within Virginia Men's Fashion Week and Coastal Fashion week Virginia. He was also the Bilingual Journalist for The Runway Authority which allowed him to stretch his arms into interviewing top and emerging designers at New York Fashion Week. Solidifying his career a step further he was able to walk in various NYFW shows. He is currently working to on his personal 2nd collection of custom designer suits which will be ready by Sept 2023. A passion he is excited to work through customizing from start to finish. To date this man is always working and raising the bar inch by inch to be as relevant as possible. Never afraid of getting his hands dirty Erik is quite the handyman from plumbing, electrical, HVAC and much more. He definitely is not your typical Designer/model he can walk the runway and do it with a toolbelt too.