Reviewed by: Nathan Watson
See top designers, support local youth + more at this unique fashion show on Feb. 22
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In 2017, La’Vinnia Holliday took her love for art and fashion and created the Poze Bazaar Foundation.
This local nonprofit fosters an environment for the next generation of artists and leaders, and its annual fashion is show coming up on Saturday, February 22.
Know before you go—Poze Bazaar Fashion Show
- What: Poze Bazaar Fashion Show in partnership with Belk at Riverchase Galleria
- When: Saturday, February 22 | 6-9PM
- 6PM: Art exhibit + cocktail hour at Merk’s Tavern
- 8PM: Fashion show
- Where: Riverchase Galleria, 2000 Galleria Circle Hoover, AL 35244
- Enter through Hyatt Regency Wynfrey Hotel
- Tickets: $35
What to expect at the Poze Bazaar Fashion Show
Now in its eighth year, the Poze Bazaar Fashion show is a tribute to artistic expression, aiming to empower youth to dream, create and inspire.
See the newest spring and summer 2025 styles from top designers, emerging brands and local boutiques, including:
- Betsey Johnson
- Camille Anthony Swim
- D’trespa Vintage
- Gucci
- Jessica Rich
- Karl Lagerfield Paris
- Ralph Lauren
- and more!
In addition to the fashion show, you can find a Pop-up Art Gallery to support 9th-12th grade artists.
This year’s theme is The Connection between Mental Health and Creativity.
Engage with young artists + support local youth
The fashion show is a huge fundraising event dedicated to providing college scholarships for underserved youth needing financial assistance.
So, not only can you enjoy artwork from talented youth artists in a lively fashion show and Art Exhibit, but you can directly support local students seeking financial aid.
Get your tickets to the Poze Bazaar Fashion Show now.
About the Poze Bazaar Foundation
In 2017, founder La’Vinnia Holliday found herself frustrated with an increase in violence among youth, specifically during summertime.
When I asked her about this, she said that she believes a lot of youth act out because they don’t have anywhere to put all of their energy.
“I’ve always used fashion as an outlet to express myself. So I said, ‘Okay, let’s do a fashion show to try to raise money for scholarships to help these children be involved in different arts programs.'”
La’Vinnia Holliday, Founder, Poze Bazaar Foundation
La’Vinnia read the words “Poze: yourself as a powerhouse” on a magazine and thus, the Poze Bazaar Foundation was born.
“I said, ‘You know what? That’s it.’
Whether it’s what you’re doing right now, or what a child is doing when it comes to art, music or dance—they’re a powerhouse in their right. We want to nurture and celebrate that.”
La’Vinnia Holliday, Founder, Poze Bazaar Foundation
The Foundation was reorganized in 2021 as a 501c (3) nonprofit and has stayed dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of the creative arts, culture and education.
The nonprofit partners with local organizations like:
- Prescott House Child Advocacy Center
- Alabama A&M University
- The University of Alabama at Birmingham
- The Dance Foundation
Poze Bazaar Foundation allows youth to express themselves creatively
Through dance classes, sending art teachers to local schools, fashion shows and more, Poze Bazaar Foundation “fosters a future where creativity and the arts thrive.”
But their impact doesn’t stop with the arts.
“We’re an organization that gives scholarships not only for the artistic disciplines but also for traditional disciplines.
If you want to write, or if you’re in tech or medicine, we want the opportunities to be equal all around.”
La’Vinnia Holliday, Founder, Poze Bazaar Foundation
Check out a few recent awards Poze Bazaar Foundation made possible:
- $3,000 in scholarships to first-year students at Alabama A&M University + the University of Alabama
- Theatre students from Build UP Community School had the unique chance to learn history of the arts, film + entertainment industry in Atlanta and discover how a leading entertainment company realized its vision.
You can be part of this impact on local youth. Get your tickets to the Poze Bazaar Foundation Show on February 22. I’ll see you there!
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