the 15th Biennial
Cocktail Couture!
Date: MAY 16TH, 2025
Location: Bowing Oaks Plantation
7743 Alphons St, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Time: 5:30pm - 10:00pm
DAY OF EVENT DETAILS
Benefactor Appreciation VIP Reception | 5:00 - 5:30
Networking + Cocktails | 5:30 - 6:30
Runway Show | 6:30 - 7:30
Awards Ceremony + After Party | 8:00 - 10:00
MISSION
Cocktail Couture is a biennial fashion show in Jacksonville that highlights garments made from materials sourced from the built environment. Design firms and industry experts work together to create garments based on a particular theme. Guests can witness models showcasing these exquisite pieces on the catwalk. After the event, accolades are given to recognize the best designs.
To check out winners FROM PREVIOUS YEARS
head to our Past Events.
FASHION TEAMS
Get ready for an unforgettable design experience! Teams will craft a unique garment for a model to showcase, blending creativity with industry expertise. The challenge: to design a couture masterpiece that combines fashion with the essence of a literary genre. The theme will be revealed soon, but get ready to bring your A-game and showcase your skills!
Follow the link below to view our team welcome packet and kickstart your journey with Cocktail Couture.
REGISTER A FASHION TEAM
Fashion Team Registration is coming soon Jan 13th, 2025!
Complete the online “Intent to Enter” form to apply for show participation as soon as possible, as the number of entries is limited.
Firm or school name and a valid IIDA membership number for one team member are required.
One designated points of contact is needed to complete the form. Only the designated point of contact will receive communication from the Cocktail Couture Committee.
Please register through the link below + reach out to iidanfl.events@gmail.com with any questions.
FASHION TEAM SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS
This year’s Cocktail Couture fashion show features two team sponsorship options
Single Sponsor Team
Composition: 1 design firm + 1 material sponsor
Details: Collaborate with a single material sponsor to create a garment. Ideal for teams seeking a straightforward partnership.
Single Sponsor Fashion Team: $850
Double Sponsor Team
Composition: 1 design firm + 1 material sponsor + 1 non-material sponsor.
Details: Partner with both a material sponsor and a non-material sponsor (e.g., furniture dealer, real estate firm, general contractor, or other consultants). Perfect for those aiming for broader industry collaboration and cost-sharing. Note: Teams are limited to a maximum of two sponsors.
Double Sponsor Fashion Team: $1,200 — EACH SPONSOR WILL CONTRIBUTE $600 EACH AND ONLY THE MATERIAL SPONSOR WILL PROVIDE MATERIALS
SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS
ADDITIONAL
AWARD CATEGORIES
The Fashion Show Awards celebrate excellence across categories, recognizing creativity, craftsmanship, innovation, and presentation. Honors include top overall design, thematic mastery, and audience favorites, showcasing the visionary talent of designers.
Couture Excellence
Recognizes the best overall design, excelling across multiple judging criteria, with a cohesive presentation and high-fashion appeal. Awarded to the garment with the highest cumulative score across all judging categories, representing the pinnacle of design, craftsmanship, and presentation.People's Choice
Determined by audience votes via text, celebrating the garment and presentation that resonates most with the crowd.
Theme Mastery
Recognizes the garment that best embodies the assigned theme, incorporating both conceptual depth and alignment with the theme.Flawless Craftsmanship
Honors the garment with exceptional construction quality, tailoring, and attention to detail, showcasing advanced technical skill.Material Alchemy
Celebrates the most innovative and effective use of vendor-provided materials, emphasizing creativity and transformation.Runway Ready
Awarded to the garment that exudes elegance and sophistication, with a commanding presence on the runway.Best Concept Art
Recognizes the most visually striking and innovative design sketch, highlighting artistic clarity and its connection to the final garment.