Columbus Fashion Academy has been delivering youth-empowering programming since Fall 2017 — approaching 10 years of transforming young lives through fashion, creativity, individuality, and sustainability.

Our sweet spot is ages 5–12, though we serve the full K–12 spectrum. For our core age group, we offer:

• Summer Fashion Camps — week-long, full-day or half-day immersive experiences
• After-School Programs — seasonal residencies (Fall, Winter, Spring) at partner schools and in our own studio
• Fashion Lab Days — shorter creative sessions and drop-in experiences
• Private 1:1 Classes — mentorship-style sessions for focused skill-building at any age
• Birthday Parties — private, hands-on fashion experiences for groups
• Special Events — including seasonal Runway Productions; our Spring and Fall shows are our largest community celebrations of student work each year

We also welcome middle and high schoolers through private classes and select programs — reach out and we'll find the right fit.

What sets us apart isn't just what we teach — it's how. Artistic freedom is a human right — and we live it, breathe it, and refuse to negotiate it. No cookie-cutter projects, no "right answers," no pressure to create what someone else imagined. Every student leads with their own creative voice. We teach the grit of the craft — from sketch to finished garment — while honoring each child's individuality, pace, and style. In our studio, a denim jacket is a canvas, waste becomes wonder, and creativity feels like home.

Our programs are designed primarily for ages 5–12, and that is where our deepest expertise and programming infrastructure lives. We also serve middle and high schoolers through private 1:1 classes and select programs. If you have a teen who is passionate about fashion and wants personalized mentorship or advanced design instruction, contact us and we'll build the right experience around them. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

We are located at 122 N. Grant Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43215 — on the corner of Grant and Cleveland, on the CCAD (Columbus College of Art & Design) campus in the heart of downtown Columbus. Parking is plentiful: street parking and surface lots surround us on all sides. We are also accessible via COTA bus routes.

All registrations are handled through our online registration portal on Corsizio. Visit Columbus Fashion Academy on Corsizio → to see current programs, available dates, and register securely online. For birthday parties and private classes, start with an inquiry at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com and we'll guide you from there.

Please review the full, current policy directly on our Corsizio registration page →, as terms may vary slightly by program. General guidelines:

• A non-refundable deposit is collected at the time of booking to secure your spot
• 60+ days before program start: Full refund of tuition paid (minus deposit and processing fees)
• 30–59 days before program start: 50% refund of tuition paid (minus deposit and processing fees)
• 15–29 days before program start: 25% refund of tuition paid (minus deposit and processing fees)
• Less than 15 days before program start: No refund issued
• After program begins: No refund for any reason, including early departure
• No refunds or credits are issued for missed days, regardless of reason

All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to hello@columbusfashionacademy.com. Columbus Fashion Academy reserves the right to cancel any program due to insufficient enrollment — in that event, all tuition including the deposit will be refunded in full. When in doubt, reach out — we are people-first and will always try to work with you.

Columbus Fashion Academy is a joyful, creative, and inclusive space — and we are committed to keeping it that way for every student. We expect all participants to treat instructors, fellow students, and the studio environment with respect and care.

CFA reserves the right to suspend or dismiss any student whose behavior is disruptive, disrespectful, or interferes with the experience of other students or the ability of instructors to teach. This includes verbal or physical misconduct directed at peers, staff, or the studio space. If a student is dismissed for behavioral reasons, no refund will be issued. We also reserve the right to disenroll a student if the behavior of a parent or guardian creates an undue burden on our team or community.

We believe in restorative conversations first — and we will always communicate with families openly and respectfully. Our goal is never to exclude; it is to protect the creative environment every child deserves.

Expanding access is core to our mission. We are actively pursuing funds to formalize financial assistance for families who need it. In the meantime, community donations to The Fashion Community (our 501(c)(3) nonprofit) directly fund sliding-scale pricing for a select number of programs and events, including Fashion Show participation. If cost is a barrier, please reach out privately before the program fills — we will always do our best to find a path forward. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Wear what you love — whatever that means to you. Some kids arrive in sweatpants. Some arrive in a sequined gown. Both are entirely welcome. This is a working arts studio — there will be paint, glue, fabric scraps, thread, and all the beautiful evidence of real making. We fully honor every student's choice of self-expression; just make sure they're wearing something comfortable, safe, and that you're both okay with getting a little creative on. The rest belongs entirely to them.

We run boutique-sized programs intentionally. During Summer Camps and Studio Classes, we maintain a 3:1 student-to-instructor ratio with a maximum of 12 students per session. In our After-School Programs, the ratio is typically 5:1. Smaller groups mean more individual attention, more creative mentorship, and a richer experience for every child.

Yes, absolutely. The safety of every child in our care is non-negotiable. All staff and instructors working with youth undergo background checks before working with students.

Yes. We are committed to inclusive programming where every child is seen, valued, and supported. Please contact us before registering to share your child's needs, and we will make sure the right accommodations are in place. Our approach is individualized — we meet every student where they are. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Birthday parties at CFA are private, fully curated fashion experiences designed just for your group — bold, hands-on, and unlike any party your child has had before. We offer three tiers:

• Studio Party — held in our downtown studio, starting at $500
• At-Home Party — we bring the magic to you, starting at $800
• Full Production — our most elevated, immersive experience, starting at $1,200

Every party is memorable, joyful, photo-worthy, and packed with the kind of hands-on creating that kids talk about long after the cake is gone. Each guest leaves with something they made with their own hands — and a confidence boost that outlasts any goodie bag. Contact us to book →

Our studio sessions are intentionally phone-free. When students arrive, phones go into a basket — and stay there for the duration of the session. This isn't a rule for the sake of rules; it's grounded in how creative brains actually work. Sketching by hand, imagining without a reference screen, and solving design problems from scratch activates deeper neural pathways and produces more original thinking. When you have to picture it before you can make it, something different — and better — happens in the creative process.

That said, our studio does have a screen, used intentionally: for fashion films, documentaries, and curated visual content that enriches what students are making. The distinction is always purpose — passive scrolling out, intentional inspiration in.

Subscribe to our newsletter at TalkingFashion.net, follow us on Instagram @columbusfashionacademy, and check our Corsizio events page → for the most up-to-date program calendar. Summer camps fill fast — early registration is strongly encouraged.

The Archive is our curated vintage, pre-loved, and upcycled fashion shop — the retail heartbeat of the TalkingFashion circular ecosystem. Every piece is thoughtfully selected for quality, character, and story. Shopping here isn't just style — it's a statement. Every purchase diverts clothing from landfill, reduces the demand for new production, and directly funds our youth and community programs. Browse The Archive →

The Archive is an online shop, open 24/7 at TalkingFashion.net/shop. We are not a walk-in retail location — our studio at 122 N. Grant Ave. is a working creative and educational space, not a storefront.

Pricing reflects the quality, condition, rarity, and historical value of each piece. We aim to be accessible while honoring fashion as the art form and cultural artifact it truly is. Pieces range from everyday wearable finds to rare collectible gems.

Yes — every piece goes through a careful review for quality and condition before listing. We do our best to document everything accurately, including any flaws, and we provide detailed photos and measurements. We are human, and occasionally something slips through — if something feels off when your order arrives, please reach out and we will take care of you. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

All vintage and pre-loved sales are final — each piece is one of a kind and cannot be restocked. We provide detailed photos, measurements, and condition notes to help you shop with full confidence. If an item arrives significantly misrepresented from its description, contact us right away and we will make it right. Email hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Absolutely. Our team loves a good hunt. Reach out with your wish list — a specific era, silhouette, color, designer, or size — and we will keep an eye out as new pieces come through. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

New pieces are added as we process donations and curator finds — there is no fixed schedule. Follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our email list to be first to know when fresh inventory drops. The best pieces move fast.

Yes — we ship worldwide. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on your location.

We carry a wide range of sizes across the archive, though availability varies since everything is one of a kind.

Yes. Every pre-loved piece purchased prevents it from entering a landfill and eliminates the full carbon footprint of producing something new. Every purchase makes a real difference — for the planet and for our community.

Vintage is by nature one of a kind — once it's gone, that piece is gone for good. If you have your heart set on a specific style or era, tell us what you're looking for at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com and we'll keep you in mind.

Every single one. Revenue from The Archive directly funds Columbus Fashion Academy's youth programs and The Fashion Community's community services. When you shop here, you are part of the full circle — from someone's closet, through our hands, into yours, and back into the community.

Every garment and every dollar that comes through our doors touches multiple lives. Clothing donations fuel our youth programs, stock The Archive, and reach community members in need. Financial donations keep our programs accessible, our instructors paid fairly, and our mission growing. Nothing goes to waste — not the clothes, not the resources, not the trust you place in us.

Clothing donations are received by appointment only. Please review our Donation Guidelines page → first to confirm your items are a good fit, then contact us to schedule your drop-off at donate@columbusfashionacademy.com or text 614-915-2061. This helps us receive your donation with the attention it deserves and ensures nothing gets lost in the shuffle.

We prioritize vintage, quality pre-loved garments, unique and one-of-a-kind pieces, accessories, jewelry, handbags, and deadstock fabric. Items should be clean and in wearable condition. Please visit our Donation Guidelines page → for the full approved list before scheduling your drop-off. When in doubt, reach out — we would rather you ask than haul something across town unnecessarily.

For larger donations that require pickup — full closets, estate donations, or significant collections — please make arrangements in advance by emailing donate@columbusfashionacademy.com or texting 614-915-2061.

For antique, vintage, or estate collections of special significance, we go a step further: we will organize a fundraiser in honor of the person who entrusted their life's collection to our mission. These pieces deserve to be celebrated, not simply sorted.

Your donation enters our circular ecosystem and is put to work in one of three ways: listed and sold in The Archive to fund programs, used directly in our youth education workshops for upcycling and design projects, or distributed to community members in need through The Fashion Community's programs. Every piece finds a purpose.

Yes. The Fashion Community is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 99-1795888) and provides donation receipts upon request. Please consult your tax advisor for guidance on valuing in-kind donations.

You can give online at TalkingFashion.net → through our secure giving platform, powered by Zeffy.

Prefer to write a check? Make it payable to "The Fashion Community" with memo: Project: Columbus Fashion Academy and mail to:

Yes. The Fashion Community is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and all monetary donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law. EIN: 99-1795888.

Yes. You can direct your gift toward youth programming, community outreach, The Archive operations, or our general fund. Indicate your preference when giving online or include a note with your check. For larger or targeted gifts, reach out at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com — we would love to have that conversation.

Transparency matters to us. We share impact stories regularly through our blog, social media, and newsletter. You are also welcome to come see the work in person — our community events, fashion shows, and open studio moments are designed exactly for that. See upcoming events →

Columbus Fashion Academy has been partnering with Central Ohio schools since Fall 2017 — delivering after-school residencies, in-school workshops, and essential programming that uses fashion as the medium. We all get dressed every day — fashion is the universal language that opens the door to creativity, confidence, design thinking, sustainability, and social-emotional growth. We work with elementary, middle, and high school students and build every program around your community's needs.

Our flagship program, Fashion Runway Production, runs seasonally — Fall, Winter, and Spring — at partner schools across Central Ohio. Over the course of the residency, students design, construct, and present their own work in a culminating runway showcase that becomes a genuine pride moment for the entire school community. It is hands-on, high-energy, and unlike anything else on your enrichment menu.

Beyond Fashion Runway Production we offer Upcycle Your Closet, Jewelry Making, Creative Photography, Knitting & Embroidering, and other custom-designed programs built around your community's specific needs and goals. If you have a vision, we will build toward it together.

A residency typically runs 6–16 weeks with an instructor visiting your campus on a scheduled cadence. We handle programming, facilitation, and materials. You provide the space, the students, and the enthusiasm.

Pricing varies based on program length, frequency, and number of students. Contact us for a custom proposal at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

In most cases, yes. We bring the creative supplies, tools, and materials needed for our programs.

We have a track record of working with Columbus-area schools, districts, and youth organizations across Central Ohio. We are happy to provide references and connect you with educators who can speak to the experience firsthand. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Yes — we offer one-time workshops, career day presentations, and inspiration talks for schools that want to bring us in without a full residency commitment. Priscila is also available as a speaker for assemblies and special events. See Speaker section →

Absolutely — and please do. We are always looking to grow our school partnerships across Central Ohio and beyond. If your district is not yet on our list, encourage them to reach out. We would love to serve your community. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Priscila Teixeira is an award-winning fashion community leader, literary artist, educator, and public speaker with 40 years in the fashion industry and a postgraduate degree in Fashion Business and Communications. She is currently authoring Goodbye (Toxic) Fashion — a collection of real Columbus transformation stories exploring how fashion shapes identity, mental health, and community. Her talks are data-informed, story-driven, and energizing — drawing from neuroscience, fashion psychology, and over two decades of building community through creative enterprise in Columbus, Ohio.

Topics include:

• Fashion psychology and the science of self-expression
• Sustainable fashion and conscious consumption
• Artistic freedom as a human right
• Creative leadership and social entrepreneurship
• Community building through circular fashion ecosystems
• Youth empowerment, confidence, and identity development
• Neuroscience of creativity, individuality, and personal style

Priscila speaks to corporate teams, nonprofits, universities, K–12 schools, industry conferences, women's leadership forums, wellness and lifestyle events, and community organizations. Her message resonates across industries because fashion is something every single human being has a relationship with — whether they know it or not.

• Keynote — 45 to 60 minutes
• Workshop or facilitated session — 90 minutes to 3 hours
• Half-day or full-day experience — immersive, customized
• Panel participation — in-person only
• School assembly or career day talk — tailored for K–12 audiences

Yes — Priscila is available for virtual keynotes and webinar facilitation.

Yes. Columbus and Central Ohio are her home base, and she travels regionally, nationally, and internationally for the right opportunities.

Absolutely. Priscila invests real time in understanding your organization, your people, and the transformation you want your audience to leave with.

Email hello@columbusfashionacademy.com with a brief description of your event, audience, date, and format. We will follow up promptly with availability and next steps.

Speaking fees vary based on format, travel, and level of customization. Contact us for a proposal at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

We are natural community partners. Our programs are designed to meet people where they are — in their neighborhoods, their libraries, their community centers. Partnership models include:

• Mend in Public — visible community repair, upcycling, and slow fashion gatherings
• Fashion History talks — exploring the rich cultural story of clothing, apparel, and accessories across eras and communities
• Sustainable Fashion talks — practical, inspiring conversations about conscious consumption, circular fashion, and the environmental impact of what we wear
• Youth workshops — hands-on creative sessions for kids and teens
• Community clothing swaps — joyful, waste-free, and deeply communal
• Pop-up Archive experiences — bringing our curated vintage collection to your space
• Collaborative community day programming — co-designed around your audience and goals

Mend in Public is a community gathering where participants bring damaged or unloved clothing to repair, alter, or upcycle — guided by our team. It is part skill-share, part social ritual, and entirely anti-waste. It is visible, feel-good, and builds the kind of community that lingers long after the thread is put away. Think of it as a barn-raising — but for your wardrobe and your neighborhood. See upcoming events →

Fashion history is far more than hemlines and runways. Our talks explore clothing and accessories as cultural artifacts — windows into identity, politics, race, gender, class, and human creativity across centuries and communities. These sessions are engaging, accessible, and genuinely eye-opening for all ages. Perfect for libraries, cultural centers, universities, and curious communities.

Our sustainable fashion talks are designed for audiences who want to understand the real cost of what they wear — and what they can do about it. We cover circular fashion, the environmental and human impact of fast fashion, conscious consumption, and the power of individual and community choices. These sessions are practical, hopeful, and action-oriented. Perfect for environmental organizations, corporate wellness events, schools, and community centers.

A clothing swap is exactly what it sounds like — participants bring items they no longer wear and leave with something new to them. We facilitate the experience, add an educational layer about circular fashion and sustainability, and turn what could be a simple trade into a genuine community celebration. Zero waste, all joy.

Yes — and that is intentional. We believe access to arts, education, and community programming should never be a privilege. Our community events are offered free of charge to participants. We make this possible by partnering with nonprofit and for-profit organizations who share our values and help cover costs — so the community never has to. If your organization is interested in sponsoring or co-presenting a community event, we would love to talk. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Reach out at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com with your event concept, available dates, expected audience size, and space details. We will respond promptly and co-design the right experience with you.

Typically: a welcoming space, promotion through your own channels, and a dedicated point of contact for logistics. We handle programming, facilitation, and materials. The lighter the lift for you, the better — we want this to be a joy for your team too.

Please reach out — always. We know firsthand what it means to operate with limited resources and an unlimited heart. We have been that organization. We built this ecosystem from that exact place. When the community need is real, we will always find a way to show up. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

The Columbus Fashion Academy Runway Production is a seasonal celebration of student creativity — a full runway experience featuring youth designers and stylists presenting work they conceived, built, and styled themselves. It is high-energy, community-beloved, and genuinely moving. Attended by families, educators, community leaders, and fashion enthusiasts, it is one of Columbus's most unique youth showcases.

We produce seasonal Runway Productions throughout the year. Our Spring and Fall Fashion Shows are our largest and most celebrated events. Additional showcases happen as part of our camp and after-school program culminations throughout the year.

We are selective — and proudly so. Sponsorship with Columbus Fashion Academy is a values partnership first and a marketing opportunity second. We look for alignment around the things we refuse to compromise on: education, sustainability, artistic freedom, and intergenerational community. If your organization shares those values and wants to be visibly associated with a mission that is transforming young lives and communities through fashion, we want to hear from you. If you are simply looking for logo placement, there are other stages for that. Ours is reserved for those who genuinely believe what we believe. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Download our Sponsorship Package → or email us directly at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com. Checks payable to The Fashion Community, memo: Project: Columbus Fashion Academy. EIN: 99-1795888. Online payment options also available.

Absolutely. Our Community Contributor tier is designed exactly for small businesses and local makers. Donated products, gift cards, or services are welcomed, recognized in our program, and celebrated on our social channels. Every contribution — large or small — makes the show possible.

Yes — and we love ongoing partnerships. If your organization wants to be part of our mission year-round, let's talk about a seasonal or annual sponsorship arrangement. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Deadstock is surplus or unsold fabric, garments, trims, and materials that would otherwise be destroyed or sent to landfill. It is one of fashion's most wasteful and least talked-about problems — and one of the easiest to solve with the right partner. Donating deadstock gives those materials a meaningful second life, directly inside a creative educational ecosystem that knows exactly what to do with them.

We welcome:

• Surplus fabric — yardage, rolls, and remnants
• Unsold or overrun garments and accessories
• Trims, notions, buttons, zippers, and findings
• Sewing and craft supplies and tools
• Deadstock jewelry components and materials
• Fashion books, magazines, and reference materials

Items should be clean and in usable condition. Not sure if your inventory qualifies? Email us before arranging anything at donate@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Every donation enters our circular ecosystem with purpose:

• Youth education — students design, construct, and upcycle using real professional materials
• The Archive — select pieces are listed for resale to fund programs
• Community initiatives — materials support free community workshops and events

Your surplus becomes someone's first design. That is not a metaphor — it is exactly what happens in our studio.

Contact us at donate@columbusfashionacademy.com or text 614-915-2061 to describe your inventory and volume. All donations are received by appointment. For large-volume donations we will coordinate logistics together — including pickup arrangements where applicable.

Yes. The Fashion Community is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN: 99-1795888) and will provide written documentation for your donation. Please consult your tax advisor for guidance on valuing in-kind contributions.

Absolutely — and we make it easy. We will provide an impact summary, documentation of your donation's reach, and photos where appropriate for use in your sustainability reports, internal communications, and press. We want your team to feel proud of this — because they should.

Yes. We approach corporate partnerships — including in-kind donations — with the same values lens we apply to everything else. We are looking for brands and organizations that genuinely care about sustainability, circular fashion, community, and education. A deadstock donation from a partner who shares our values is far more powerful than materials alone — it is a story worth telling on both sides.

Yes — and we welcome those conversations. Whether it is a regular deadstock pickup arrangement, a co-branded community initiative, or a deeper strategic partnership, we are open to building something lasting with the right organizations. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com to start the conversation.

Volunteering with us is not about stuffing envelopes or standing behind a table. It is about being part of a living, breathing creative ecosystem that is genuinely changing lives. Whether you show up for one afternoon or become a recurring presence in our community, your time and skills matter here — and you will feel it.

We welcome volunteers across a wide range of skills and interests:

• Event support — front-of-house and day-of logistics during programs and beyond
• Clothing organizing and archive days — sorting, organizing, and processing donations
• Sewing and mending — hands-on studio support during programs and ongoing — we always have something that needs stitching
• Photography and videography — capturing our programs and events
• Social media and content support — helping amplify our mission online
• Mentoring and studio support — being a positive creative presence for youth
• Administrative and operational help — behind-the-scenes organizational support

No fashion experience required. If you care about people, creativity, and community — there is a place for you here.

Not at all. We need people with many different skills and one common trait — heart. Whether you are a retired seamstress, a marketing professional, a college student, or simply someone who wants to do something meaningful with a free Saturday, we have a role for you.

We have one-time volunteer opportunities — like community events and clothing organizing days — and ongoing roles for those who want to be more deeply involved. You choose what works for your life and your schedule. Every hour counts.

Absolutely. We work regularly with high school and college students completing community service requirements. Contact us with your hours requirement and any documentation your school needs and we will match you to the right opportunity and take care of the paperwork. Email us at adessa@fashioncommunity.org.

Yes. We are happy to verify volunteer hours for students, employees completing community service, court-ordered requirements, or anyone who needs official documentation. Just let us know your needs when you reach out.

Yes — group volunteer days are a wonderful fit for our clothing organizing days, Mend in Public events, and community programming. It is a meaningful team experience that goes well beyond the typical corporate volunteer day. Contact us at adessa@fashioncommunity.org to plan something together.

Email us at adessa@fashioncommunity.org with a little about yourself, your skills or interests, and your general availability. We review volunteer inquiries on a rolling basis and will be in touch with current opportunities that fit your profile.

We work with fashion designers, stylists, sewists, upcycle artists, textile artists, jewelry makers, knitting and embroidery specialists, photographers, costume professionals, and creative entrepreneurs. If you work at the intersection of fashion, making, and people — we would love to meet you.

Our current program offerings include Fashion Runway Production, Upcycle Your Closet, Jewelry Making, Creative Photography, Knitting & Embroidering, private 1:1 classes, summer camps, and birthday party experiences. We are always open to new program ideas brought by instructors whose expertise and passion align with our mission.

We grow our instructors from within — intentionally and carefully. We are not looking for one-time contractors. We are building long-term creative relationships with people who believe in this mission and want to grow inside it. Here is how the journey typically works:

By the time you are leading a room, you already know our students, our values, and our studio inside and out. And we already know you. That is how trust is built — and that is the kind of team we are building.

Yes. We offer a paid CFA instructor certification program for those who are ready to take their practice to the next level. Instructors who have completed the full training path — two assistant seasons, summer co-lead, and at least one season as a lead instructor — are eligible to enroll at a significantly reduced cost. Certified instructors are compensated at a higher rate than non-certified instructors. Details on the certification program are coming soon — reach out if you want to be first to know. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

We provide a program framework and core learning outcomes rooted in our values — artistic freedom, sustainability, creativity, and youth empowerment. Within that framework, instructors bring their unique expertise, voice, and creative approach. Collaborative curriculum development is always welcome.

Our studio is a space where artistic freedom is non-negotiable, student individuality is celebrated, and instructors are treated as the creative professionals they are. You are not a vendor here — you are a collaborator. Your voice, your craft, and your relationship with students matter deeply to how we build our programs.

Send us a brief introduction — who you are, what you make or teach, and what you would love to bring to our students — at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com. We are always building our instructor community and review expressions of interest on a rolling basis.

LuxBoheme is the curated artist-maker section of The Archive — a dedicated space within our shop featuring original, handmade, upcycled, and sustainably created fashion and accessories by independent artists. It sits alongside our vintage finds as part of the full TalkingFashion circular ecosystem. If you make things with intention and a story worth telling, LuxBoheme is where your work belongs. Explore LuxBoheme →

We feature upcycled garments, handmade jewelry, sustainable accessories, one-of-a-kind wearable art, textile pieces, embroidered and embellished work, and any fashion-forward creation that honors both craft and sustainability. If it is made by hand, made with care, and made with a conscience — we want to see it.

We work with makers on a consignment basis. Terms are discussed individually. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com to start the conversation.

Yes. We offer internships across multiple areas of our ecosystem — fashion design, social media and content creation, nonprofit management, event production, archive and retail management, grant writing, and community programming. Opportunities vary by season and organizational need.

We welcome college students, recent graduates, and career-changers who are passionate about fashion, sustainability, social impact, or creative enterprise. Your major matters less than your curiosity, your work ethic, and your genuine alignment with what we are building.

We are committed to transparency about compensation from the first conversation. When grant funding is available, we compensate interns with a stipend — and we actively pursue those funds. When funding is limited, we may still welcome interns depending on our capacity and how well the opportunity aligns with both of our needs. In those cases the internship is unpaid — but what you gain in real-world experience, portfolio work, skills, and network inside a growing creative social enterprise is genuinely valuable. Academic credit is also available.

Real work. Interns are embedded in the actual operations of a living social enterprise — not observing from the sidelines. Depending on your area of focus you might manage Archive inventory, create content, support community events, assist with grant writing, help develop programming, or contribute to the day-to-day life of the studio. You will leave with a real portfolio, real relationships, and real skills.

Yes. We are experienced in working with university internship coordinators and will provide all required documentation, supervisor evaluations, and learning outcome records for academic credit.

This is an especially good fit for that. If you are drawn to fashion as a force for community, sustainability, and social change — rather than just commerce and trend — you will find your people here. Many of our interns discover an entirely new vision of what a career in fashion can look like.

Send a brief introduction, the area you are most interested in, and what draws you to our mission at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

TalkingFashion is the unified brand and digital home of a three-entity circular fashion social enterprise ecosystem based in Columbus, Ohio. The three entities are Columbus Fashion Academy (youth fashion education and creative programming), The Fashion Community (nonprofit human services and community initiatives), and The Archive (sustainable vintage, pre-loved, and upcycled fashion shop featuring LuxBoheme). All three work together under one mission: transform waste into wonder and cultivate kind leaders and agents of change. Learn more →

Circular fashion means nothing goes to waste. Clothes are donated, repaired, upcycled, resold, and used in education — creating a continuous loop that benefits people and the planet instead of depleting them. Every entity in our ecosystem plays a role in that circle.

Our studio is at 122 N. Grant Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43215 — on the corner of Grant and Cleveland, on the CCAD campus in the heart of downtown Columbus. Plenty of parking surrounds us on all sides. Please note we are not a walk-in retail location — visits are by appointment or during scheduled programs and events. Get directions →

Our hours vary based on programming schedules and events. The most current hours and upcoming events are always listed at TalkingFashion.net →. Follow us on social media for real-time updates.

Not at all. Fashion is our medium — but our mission is about people. If you care about creativity, sustainability, community, youth empowerment, or artistic freedom, you already belong here. We just happen to use clothing as the tool to get there.

Both. While our core programming is youth-focused, we serve the full community — through The Archive, community events, Mend in Public gatherings, clothing swaps, sustainability talks, fashion history presentations, and adult private classes. Fashion connects every generation and we design for that intentionally.

Yes — our circular model social enterprise ecosystem is actively developing creative workforce pathways. We are open to partnering with government agencies, civic organizations, and workforce funders who share our values. Email us at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com.

Share our story. Follow and engage with us on social media. Come to an event. Buy vintage. Tell a friend. Refer a school. Introduce us to a potential sponsor. Every act of attention and advocacy makes our work possible. And if you want to give financially, you can donate at TalkingFashion.net →.

We read every message and respond personally. Reach out at hello@columbusfashionacademy.com or visit TalkingFashion.net/contact →. We would love to hear from you.