Work the Runway 2026 Student Applications
Work the Runway is not your typical fashion show. It’s a bold, high-energy celebration of creativity, sustainability, and second chances. Students will develop a runway-ready look using only Goodwill thrifted finds. Are you ready to compete and work the runway? Apply to be a designer and learn more about this incredible opportunity during our student info sessions.
Become a Work The Runway Designer
From January 2026 to May 2026, students will compete for one cash award, plus a full spread in Luxiere Magazine.
Another cash prize will be provided during the Work the Runway Fashion Show as the audience will have a chance to select the People’s Choice Award. The event is scheduled for August 7, 2026 at The Criterion.
Have your work seen by Oklahoma’s hottest crowd and win a cash prize. Apply today!
Required Dates for Student Stylists
Round 1 – Applications & Kick-Off
Round 1 – Applications & Kick-Off
Applications Open
November 1-December 1, 2025
Kick-Off Virtual Meetings
Students are required to attend at least 1 meeting.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Zoom, by invite only (sent via email)
Monday, December 8, 2025
6:00-7:00 PM
Zoom, by invite only (sent via email)
Creative Brief Form (Concepts and Sketches) Due
January 19, 2026
Round 2 – Create Your Looks
Round 2 – Create Your Looks
Notifications sent to applicants
Sent to all students no later than February 1, 2026.
Kick-off Meeting
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM
Zoom, by invite only (sent via email)
Deadline for materials to be purchased
Goodwill to provide a gift card to each student to purchase their items
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Check-in with Judges
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
6:00-7:00 PM
Zoom, by invite only (sent via email)
Final Looks/Submissions Due
Monday, April 27, 2026
Round 3 – Runway Show
Round 3 – Runway Show
Work The Runway:
August 6, 2026: 6PM to 9PM
- Model Fitting
- Rehearsal
August 7, 2026, Noon to 9PM
- Final run throughs
- Hair and Makeup for show
- Dress Rehearsals
- Runway Show
- Scholarship Presentations