Marquez Valdes-Scantling kicks off LUXE fashion fest in St. Pete
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ST. PETERSBURG, (BLOOM) – Marquez Valdes-Scantling, better known for snagging touchdowns as a two-time Super Bowl champ with the Kansas City Chiefs, is tackling the fashion world next. This Friday, April 12, the NFL star turned entrepreneur is rolling out the red carpet for the debut of LUXE Fashion Fest, a dazzling fashion show experience set to light up St. Petersburg, his hometown.
LUXE Fashion Fest isn’t your run-of-the-mill fashion event. It’s shaping up to be a blend of runway glam and party vibes, complete with a formal runway show spotlighting both up-and-coming talents and established names in fashion. Plus, there’s an after-party that promises to be anything but ordinary, featuring sponsorship activations to keep the excitement going.
The fest will showcase designs from six dynamic designers hailing from across the U.S. Watch for pieces from Valdes-Scantling’s own brand, SIK Selection, alongside creations from Los Angeles’ Andre Emery and Natalie Yousefi, New York’s Mena and Laurenelle, and Florida’s own Muse by Pablo. These designers have dressed everyone from Carmelo Anthony and Lil Nas X to Noah Cyrus and Lil Durk.
Express is jumping on board as the presenting sponsor, launching a collaboration with SIK Selection that’s all about boosting confidence and sparking creativity. Attendees will get a first look at this partnership through an immersive pop-up, where they can personalize their newly acquired runway finds with exclusive designs.
The style guru behind the scenes? Celebrity stylist Toreno Winn, whose fashion-forward vision has been spotlighted in major fashion publications and events around the globe. Adding an artistic twist to the evening, multi-disciplinary artist Marcus Williams, known as Maison L$PA, will be featured, bringing a unique blend of creativity to the mix.
The guest list reads like a who’s who of celebrity and sports elite, including Shaquem Griffin, Matt Dillon, Abby Labar, and a performance by hip-hop artist Dave East, guaranteeing that the evening will be as star-studded as it is stylish.
LUXE Fashion Fest is an invite-only affair, promising exclusivity and an unforgettable experience for those lucky enough to snag an invite. For media access or to throw your hat in the ring for the 2025 designer lineup, head over to luxefashionfest.com.
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