With an eye-catching skyline, a huge sports culture, a fun food scene, and the sheer size of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, Dallas really has it all. And although you may not know it, Dallas fashion is on the rise with new and exciting local designers and a burgeoning Fashion Week. And if you're looking to put on a fabulous fashion show in the city, you're in the right place.
Giggster is your one-stop shop for both traditional and unique fashion show venues in Dallas. We have every event space imaginable, from a gritty warehouse to high-end boutiques to luxury homes. Whether you're hosting simple fashion shows or lavish affairs with cocktail receptions and food, we have the flexible space you need to pull off the event of the season!
Download the Giggster app to quickly and easily search for top-notch fashion show venues in Dallas at surprisingly affordable rates. Once you see our hundreds of curated locations, you won't need to look anywhere else.
Aside from our reasonable prices, with Giggster, you can get a trendy, historic, or beautiful space in just minutes, and since fashion show planning is time-consuming, the venue will be one less thing to worry about.
Find Giggster venues in coveted fashion-forward areas like the Dallas Arts District or the Design District. Plus, we have amazing locations scattered all over the city, from Downtown Dallas to North Dallas to Lake Highlands to Oaklawn.
Size isn't an issue with the selection of Giggster fashion show venues in Dallas. Hosting an intimate gathering for 30 or a big event for 300? Either way, you have options in the app.
It's the details that leave a lasting impression on guests and industry experts, and our venues have everything from a fashion show runway flanked by rows of chairs to bright and airy customizable spaces to traditional features like polished wood floors and both beams and columns.
With enough space, a fashion show can take place just about anywhere, and with Giggster, you can choose a blank canvas studio with white walls, a fantastic home with beautiful gardens, or a rustic abandoned warehouse.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Banquet halls, ballrooms, live music venues, homes, studios, and individual spots like Gritty Warehouse all await in the Giggster app. Our 120 options mean getting your overall vision to come together is a breeze.
Hassle-Free Booking: Time is precious, so we always make searching for and booking your fashion show location as easy as possible. All the info is clearly displayed, including prices, which start at only $30/hour, detailed images, availability, guest capacity, and the property's features. Still not sure? Hop on the app and message the location hosts for more information.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Our 24-hour free cancellation policy means changing your mind is no big deal. Provided you book the venue at least 48 hours in advance, you can cancel within 24 hours of confirming without any penalties.
Platform Protections: One way to remove additional stress from the event is to opt in to additional coverage for damage or liability. There is also protection that increases the free cancellation window, so you can cover every angle.
With the fashion industry here still developing, Dallas is a great place to discover new talent in terms of designers, models, and makeup artists, but the city isn't for everyone. Use these pros and cons to judge the merits of Dallas against your specific goals.
Advantages
Compared to fashion powerhouses like LA and New York, Dallas is a very affordable city to host your show. From venues to fashion show directors to catering to cleaning services, everything will be cheaper.
As a large city, venues in Dallas are varied. Whatever your theme or vision, there's a location that's suitable here.
When you're booking an outdoor show venue, the generally mild Texas climate for much of the year adds date flexibility. Just watch out for the summer, when temperatures can soar well above 100°F.
Disadvantages
Getting to the venue will likely involve a car, especially in the suburbs. The city is spread out and not really walkable, though public transportation is available. Make sure your venue has parking.
A fashion show located in Dallas likely won't receive the same attention as a show in a more fashion-centric market like NYC due to the lack of media coverage.
Dallas doesn't have a huge late-night culture, so due to noise ordinances, you may need to wrap things up no later than 10 or 11 pm.
The truth is, pretty much any venue you want. Because the selection of 120 locations might feel daunting, here are some broader categories to help narrow things down:
Ballrooms – Not Just for Weddings Anymore. A Dallas ballroom is ideal for a fashion show due to the generally lovely decor, built-in sound system, and ample space. Set up your runway and rearrange a few chairs, and you're ready to go.
Event Space – A Stylish Show. Create your fashion event with all the ease of an existing stage, prep area, and professional lighting. Large screens can be customized to display whatever you want. These locations are also amenable to changing the decor as needed.
Homes – Multiple Backdrops. Book a mid-size house or mansion in the Giggster app and get the ability to set up multiple runway areas both inside and out. Set up one by the pool and one in the great room for excellent weather flexibility.
Studios – A Blank Canvas. Dallas studios are great for fashion shows due to their limited furniture and decor. Since the theme is important at any show, gain the flexibility to totally deck out the space to match.
Galleries – The Perfect Ambience. Galleries offer fantastic displays of art on the walls as a backdrop to your fashion show. Use the wide open areas for the models to walk, and the high ceilings and white walls add to the overall aesthetic and style.
When you don't get the details right, your show may fall flat, or at least not be as good as it could be. Develop a checklist to ensure nothing is forgotten.
Select the Designers and Pieces – It's not a fashion show without fashion, so decide if you're hosting an emerging designer showcase, brand launch, student collection, boutique collab, or fundraiser. The outfits that make the cut will be different depending on your goals, too. If it's for exposure, plan looks that are unique and eye-catching, whereas if you're looking to make sales, you may want ones that are more conventional. Get the designers to commit early and guarantee any unfinished pieces will be complete by showtime.
Get Budgeting – It's easy for a fashion to cost over $20K, and if you don't have that lying around, develop a strict budget that accounts for everything from photographers and videographers to makeup, models, and marketing.
Cover all the Logistics – Regardless of the size of your event, you'll want to ensure you have enough restrooms for guests and talent, room for models to get ready and switch looks, and that the seating is accessible. Also, secure any permits well ahead of the event.
It's really easy for a fashion show's budget to get out of hand. To keep venue costs in check, you have Giggster's affordable rates, and you can use these tips to save even more on the whole event.
Can you use volunteers?
Instead of paying for professional models, look for volunteers. Models just getting started and looking for exposure may be up for participating. Offer to send them some professional shots from your photographer for their portfolios, and you might have a deal. Fashion schools are also perfect places to source designers looking for that same exposure.
Look in and beyond Downtown Dallas.
Downtown Dallas and places like Uptown or Deep Ellum can be quite expensive. Check out venues there, but also scout outside the city's more popular areas and host your show in a location with more space for less money. You may not find traditional runway spaces, but getting creative with the show venues is part of the fun.
Time things right.
If you can avoid the popular event season in Dallas, you're bound to save. Don't schedule your show during events like Dallas Market Center weeks or major festivals like the State Fair. Your best bet is to aim for midweek evening or weekends in January or February.
When you need a great space for your next fashion show in and around Dallas, the Giggster app has an enviable selection of amazing venues that won't break the bank. We cover all the top areas of the city and offer everything from suburban homes to downtown runways to sleek studios.
