Step backstage at Denver Fashion Week and see where the real magic happens. Hair, makeup, and editorial vision collide—now you can be part of the team making runway looks unforgettable.
Here’s your guide to joining the coveted DFW Hair & Makeup Team.
Who Can Apply?
DFW is seeking professional and creative hair and makeup artists who thrive in a fast-paced environment and can collaborate seamlessly with designers. Each designer will have 8+ models to style on show day, and artists may find themselves working across multiple designers’ models in a single day.
Artists will receive a moodboard for each designer, giving you a clear visual guide for the look and feel expected on the runway. Whether you specialize in bold editorial makeup, sleek runway hair, textured natural styles, or avant-garde beauty, DFW likes artists who can interpret and elevate a designer’s vision.
Spring/Summer 2026 Dates & Deadline
Fashion Week: May 1–9, 2026
Sign up Deadline: April 1, 2026
Benefits of Participating
- Recognition in the Denver Fashion Week Program (10,000 printed copies) as part of your designer’s creative team
- Free general admission for 4 guests to the show you’re participating in
- Portfolio building and runway experience
- Networking opportunities with other creatives and industry leaders
- Bragging rights—because, let’s face it, working backstage at fashion week is a story worth telling
How to Apply
Artists interested in joining the Denver Fashion Week Hair & Makeup Team will be notified via email about their participation. Freelance and professional artists are encouraged to apply individually and showcase their strongest fashion-forward looks.
Apply for the HMUA Team HERE
Join the volunteer team HERE
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