Our Story
CALIFORNIA FASHION WEEK.
California Fashion Week is a female-founded fashion platform created to redefine the West Coast runway experience. Founded by Mia Laren, owner of Curvora, and Yvon Nguyen, owner of USA Model Company, California Fashion Week brings together fashion, lifestyle, and innovation to create lasting impact within the industry. Built as a curated runway showcase, the event highlights luxury swimwear and elevated athletic collections from both emerging and established designers.
Rooted in California culture and contemporary style, California Fashion Week is designed as more than a fashion show, it is an experience. Each presentation is thoughtfully produced to reflect intention, creativity, and modern luxury, bringing together designers, models, creatives, and fashion enthusiasts seeking a refined, high-end runway experience on the West Coast.
Meet Team CAFW.
California Fashion Week is powered by a collective of women-led founders working with a variety of creatives, and industry professionals who believe fashion is more than what we wear; It’s a platform for empowerment, connection, and cultural impact. With backgrounds spanning fashion, wellness, media, and community building, our team is united by a shared vision: to create a curated West Coast runway experience that uplifts designers, amplifies diverse voices, and fosters meaningful collaboration. Together, we are redefining what fashion week can be intentional, inclusive, and rooted in purpose.
