The Fashion & Arts Summer Soirée is a curated experience bringing together emerging designers, visual artists, and creatives for an evening of expression, connection, and opportunity.
This event is designed to showcase talent, foster community, and create a platform for the next generation of creatives.
Live fashion presentations
Visual art exhibitions
Live music
Vintage classic automobiles on display
Premium alcoholic beverages and refreshments
The Fashion and Arts Summer Soirée is more than an event—it is a curated experience designed to showcase emerging talent, foster community, and create meaningful connections within the fashion and creative industries.
Through sponsorship, your organization becomes a direct contributor to INCspire Foundation’s mission to inspire, educate, and empower the next generation of creatives.
Sponsorship provides an opportunity to:
Align your brand with creativity, culture, and community impact
Gain visibility among a curated audience of professionals, creatives, and supporters
Support programming that provides real opportunities for young artists and designers
Be part of a refined, high-quality cultural experience in Fayetteville
Emerald Sponsorship ($2,500) offers premier visibility and alignment with the Fashion & Arts Summer Soirée as a leading cultural experience in Fayetteville. This tier is designed for organizations seeking meaningful engagement, elevated brand presence, and direct connection with an audience that values style, culture, and craftsmanship. our Emerald Sponsor will receive:
Gold Sponsorship ($1,000) provides strong brand visibility within a refined and culturally engaged audience. This tier is ideal for businesses looking to align their brand with an elevated fashion and arts experience while supporting local creative initiatives. Sponsors will receive:
Community Sponsorship ($500) offers an accessible opportunity to support the Fashion & Arts Summer Soirée while gaining recognition within the local creative community. This tier is well-suited for small businesses and community supporters who value the arts and wish to contribute to the growth of cultural programming in Fayetteville. Sponsors will receive:
Advertising Sponsors: Secure premium placement in the official Fashion & Arts Summer Soirée look book with an advertisement sponsorship. This option offers maximum visibility to an engaged audience of attendees, sponsors, and creative professionals. Ideal for businesses and brands seeking a bold presence within a refined, design-forward publication that will be distributed during the event and retained as a keepsake.
Sponsorship Deadline: June 17, 2026
To secure your sponsorship, please complete the process below:
After submitting the form, proceed to our Eventbrite page to purchase your selected sponsorship level or any additional options, such as advertisement placements.
INCspire Foundation, in collaboration with Black Artists Forward, is now accepting submissions from visual artists for the upcoming Fashion & Arts Summer Soirée.
We are seeking original works that reflect creativity, culture, and artistic expression across a range of mediums. Selected works will be professionally printed on canvas and displayed as part of the event experience.
We are inviting NC and SC based artists working in:
Painting
Drawing / Illustration
Photography
Digital Art
Mixed Media
To ensure a cohesive and elevated presentation, all selected works will follow a standardized format:
Artwork must be suitable for 24 x 36 inch print
Files must be submitted in high-resolution (300 DPI recommended)
Artwork must be original and owned by the submitting artist
Artists must have full rights to reproduce their work for display
Selected pieces will be printed on canvas and professionally displayed during the event.
Submission Deadline: June 17, 2026
Selection Notification: June 18, 2026
Event Date: July 18, 2026
Selected artists are expected to be present at the event to accompany and present their work, engaging with attendees and contributing to the overall experience. Selected artists will receive:
Featured display at the Fashion and Arts Summer Soirée
Exposure to attendees, creatives, and industry professionals
Inclusion in event media and post-event gallery
INCspire Foundation, in collaboration with Black Artists Forward, is now accepting submissions from musicians and DJs for the upcoming Fashion & Arts Summer Soirée.
This event is designed to deliver a refined, high-energy atmosphere where music complements the visual and fashion experience. We are seeking performers who understand how to set tone, build energy, and maintain an elevated environment.
We are inviting NC and SC based Jazz, R&B, and Neo-Soul artists:
DJs
Instrumentalists
Selected performers will be responsible for contributing to the overall ambiance of the event.
This includes:
Curating music that aligns with an upscale, fashion-forward environment
Maintaining appropriate volume levels for both performance and networking
Coordinating timing with event programming (runway moments, transitions, etc.)
For DJs:
Must provide their own equipment (unless otherwise coordinated)
Must be able to read the room and adjust accordingly
Submission Deadline: June 17, 2026
Selection Notification: June 18, 2026
Event Date: July 18, 2026
Selected performers are expected to be present and prepared for their scheduled set time, contributing to a seamless and professional event experience.
Inclusion in event media and post-event gallery





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