Runway in the Cloud: The Fashion Tech Soirée

The Met Gala of Fashion Tech returns! Runway in the Cloud, is a premier refined technical soirée benefiting our innovative programs at The Next IT Girl. Blending innovation and style, this signature fundraiser showcases the brilliance and imagination shaping the future of technology and fashion. Attendees will journey through an immersive digital experience that brings technology to life through interactive augmented reality. The evening will also feature an exclusive capsule fashion tech show and a thought-provoking industry panel discussion.

The evening wouldn’t be complete without our signature gallery walk of fashion tech innovations from our hackathon finalists. This event showcases the intersectionality of fashion and technology while supporting our mission to increase more education and representation in our communities to pursue tech careers.

Taking place at the innovative Sage Discovery Center in Atlanta, GA, where fashion meets tech against stunning city views of Midtown. We're bringing in the season of giving in the most stylish way! Join 100+ of Atlanta and surrounding areas leading technologists, designers, fashion tech professionals, social impact leaders, entrepreneurs, and more! We’re bringing the ecosystem together for an unforgettable night of exemplary fashion technology.

This year’s innovation theme, 'Wearable Wellness’ will highlight wearable technology that promotes health and well-being, like smart fabrics, fitness trackers, or garments that monitor vital signs!

Attire - Holiday Cocktail: Stylish, Festive

Run of Show:

4:30 PM - 5:45 PM VIP Early Access Reception: Capsule FashionTech Showcase + VIP Fireside Chat w/ a Fashion Tech Innovator

5:45 PM - 6:15 PM Welcome Mixer
6:15 PM - 6:20 PM Opening Remarks

6:20 PM - 6:50 PM Fashion Tech Panel

6:50 PM - 8:30 PM Activations: Augmented Reality Immersion Experience + Gallery Walk + Sponsor Rooms
7:25 PM - 7:40 PM Sponsor Brand Segment

7:50 PM - 8:00 PM Hackathon Gallery Walk Awards

8:00 PM - 8:30 PM Mingle, Connect, Dance. Celebrate the night. Closing Remarks

Who We Are

The Next IT Girl is a technology education nonprofit changing the face of technology. We’re bridging the gap by connecting students, academia, and businesses to create an ecosystem of innovation and drive the change we need to see in tech.

Learn More:

www.thenextitgirl.org/fashiontech