Jefferson Annual Student Fashion Design Show

We are thrilled and honored to present senior collections at our Annual Student Fashion Design Show — a celebration of our Fashion Design students to highlight their creative, innovative and forward-thinking designs.

2026 Student Fashion Design Show

The Bellevue Hotel
200 South Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
April 22, 2026

2026 Honoree Spirit of Design Award: Madison Chamberlain

Madison Chamberlain ’17 is a nontraditional bridal designer and founder of Madison Chamberlain, a brand known for colorful, non-traditional wedding dresses and statement veils. Her work focuses on creating pieces for those who don’t see themselves in traditional bridal. She knew she wanted to be a fashion designer from a young age and graduated from Thomas Jefferson University’s fashion design program in 2017. What began as a small ready-to-wear womenswear line has evolved into a studio specializing in custom wedding dresses, bridal jumpsuits, separates, and bold accessories, ranging from dramatic veils to custom capes and gloves. Known for vibrant color, strong design and exceptional fit, Madison’s work helps clients celebrate their most authentic selves while redefining what bridal can be, offering designs that are personal, expressive and completely one-of-a-kind.

2026 Recap Fashion Show Highlights Visionary Styles

On April 22, Jefferson hosted its annual Fashion Show, selling out Philadelphia’s famed Bellevue Hotel. Twenty-seven fashion design seniors showcased their capstone collections to a crowd of current and prospective students, university colleagues and leadership, industry reps and area fashionistas.

Previous News & Features

March 5, 2025 In-Person Show Returns

For the first time since 2019, Jefferson celebrated its Fashion Design Show in person. From 2020-2024, a Fashion Design Film (see below) showcased our students' designs. 

Fashion Design Film Archive 2021-2024

Enjoy this compilation of Fashion Design films from the past to celebrate the work of our seniors and alumni.

Interested in Studying Fashion Design?

When you come to Thomas Jefferson University, you join a fashion design program that is modeled on the fashion industry and prepares you for an exciting, competitive and fast-paced multibillion dollar global industry. You will be transformed into a fashion design professional through hands-on experience, cross disciplinary collaborations and use of the latest fashion design technology on the market. With our expansive studio spaces and access to our highly experienced and committed faculty, your journey of becoming a Fashion Designer begins here.