On the evening of April 11, 2026, the halls of the African American Art & Culture Complex transformed into a vibrant gathering of fashion, culture, and community for If I Grow Up, a fashion show presented by ÉCLAIRÉS.

Guests arrived to an immersive West African-inspired market experience where conversation, craft, and rhythm filled the space. A legendary oil painter shared their work, a local sculptor and upcycle artist displayed transformed materials, and the aroma of halal Caribbean fusion food moved through the room. Nearby, a live drum circle pulsed through the venue, setting the tempo for the night and welcoming everyone into the experience.

Before the runway began, visitors wandered through the marketplace of makers - connecting with artists, exploring handmade pieces, and catching early glimpses of the newest ÉCLAIRÉS collection.

Then, at 7:30 PM, the show began.

If I Grow Up unfolded as a visual journey through consciousness, exploring the tension between individuality and the identities society places upon us. Each look on the runway carried part of that story, blending Afro-toned palettes and design language with echoes of both vintage and contemporary streetwear. The garments moved between past and future, heritage and reinvention.

At its core, the evening reflected the philosophy behind ÉCLAIRÉS - “the Enlightened Ones.” Through clothing, connection, and shared cultural space, the brand invited its community to reflect on who we are, who we become, and how creativity can illuminate the path between the two.

For one evening inside the African American Art & Culture Complex, fashion became more than style - it became story, memory, and possibility.


"If I Grow Up", a fashion show by ÉCLAIRÉS 

ÉCLAIRÉS presented If I Grow Up at the African American Art & Culture Complex—an immersive market and fashion show exploring identity, culture, and streetwear.

The ÉCLAIRÉS Market Quest was a fashion pop-up experience centered on gathering people to reconnect with themselves through fruit, clothing, and community.

For the second Market Quest, guests experienced homemade food by Amiyah Shields, fresh juice prepared by Joseph, a hands-on sewing station with Jawa, and a workshop on home sewing machine techniques led by ÉCLAIRÉS designer Cheick. Limited pieces from the new collection were made available for pre-order.

Amiyah prepared home-cooked meals through her business Shecooksafreakinglot, known for flavorful meal prep, catering, and individual plates.

The event plate featured Honey Cajun Wings with Butter Roasted Corn.

Event entry was $20 via Venmo or cash at the door and included one juice token, access to Cheick’s sewing workshop, and an early look at the latest ÉCLAIRÉS collection.

Proceeds from the event went toward the ÉCLAIRÉS Fashion Show on April 11, with a portion donated to Noisebridge.

Noisebridge remained open to the public, and the event followed a NTAFLOF (No One Turned Away For Lack Of Funds) model.

Guests gathered to explore, connect, and experience what the ÉCLAIRÉS Market Quest had to offer.


ÉCLAIRÉS MARKET QUEST 

Éclairés Market Quest was a fashion pop-up featuring food, juice, sewing workshops, and an exclusive collection preview, gathering community through creativity, craft, and connection.

Jawa

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