Sponsor Catawba County’s Biggest Fashion Soirée Of The Year
Sponsoring The Style Social puts your brand in front of trendsetters, tastemakers, and the creative community shaping our region. We’re keen to hear from local Catawba County businesses interested in partnering with us to bring something very special to Hickory. Click below to get started.
Elevate Your Brand with The Style Social
The Perfect Platform for Fashion-forward Partnerships
Join us as a sponsor and position your brand alongside Catawba County’s most exciting fashion event. Whether you’re looking to increase brand visibility, connect with a stylish audience, or support local fashion, our sponsorship packages offer unique opportunities to shine.
Street Style
$100
Support local fashion and get your brand in front of a stylish, engaged audience.
- Logo, bio, and link to your business website featured on northcarolinafashion.com
- Dedicated social media shout-outs
- Special thank you shout-out at the show
- Your business featured in marketing and publicity.
- Option to include promotional items in VIP giftbags – A direct line to our most stylish and influencial guests.
Vendor Spotlight
$200
Whether you’re an independent artist, boutique, or lifestyle brand, this is your chance to be in the spotlight and build real connections in the local fashion scene.
- Includes everything in the ‘Street Style’ sponsorship tier, plus:
- Vendor table at the event to promote your brand or sell products.
Runway VIP
$400
The ultimate opportunity for designers and clothing brands to make a statement, reach new fans, and walk away with unforgettable content and exposure.
- Includes everything in the ‘Spotlight’ tier plus:
- On-stage spotlight to introduce your brand.
- 6-piece runway show to showcase your work.
- 2 x complimentary front row VIP tickets.
Frequently Asked Questions
We welcome clothing brands, boutiques, salons, stylists, lifestyle brands, artists, creators, and anyone passionate about reaching a stylish, engaged local audience.
Unfortunately, due to limited availability, we are only able to offer complimentary tickets to our Runway VIP sponsors.
All sponsors will be featured on NorthCarolinaFashion.com, including a dedicated spotlight post, and your logo and brand name will appear on our homepage.
We’ll also promote your business on social media in the lead-up to the event, with dedicated shout-outs and tags to help drive engagement and visibility.
During the show, your brand will receive a thank-you announcement before the runway begins, and your logo may be displayed on event signage or digital screens (where applicable).
Sponsors who provide items for VIP gift bags will also get their products directly into the hands of our most engaged, high-value attendees.
In addition to promotional exposure, sponsors receive a range of valuable perks:
- Exclusive networking opportunities with designers, models, creatives, and other industry professionals.
- VIP perks such as early access to the venue and premium seating (depending on your sponsorship tier).
- The chance to align your brand with a high-profile community event that celebrates creativity, fashion, and entrepreneurship.
- Brand visibility to an audience of influencers, stylists, media, and fashion-forward attendees.
- For select tiers: Opportunities to showcase products, offer samples, or make direct sales at the event.
Supporting The Style Social also means you’re helping a North Carolina designer make her way to New York Fashion Week — and becoming part of that story.
In the unlikely event that The Style Social is canceled, we’ll notify all sponsors immediately. You’ll have the option to:
- Transfer your sponsorship to a future event
- Receive continued online and social media promotion as originally planned
- Request a full or partial refund, depending on what promotional benefits have already been delivered
Our goal is to make sure your support still brings value, even if the runway lights go dim.
Expect a stylish, engaged crowd including fashion lovers, creatives, local influencers, and community-minded shoppers. From industry professionals to supporters of the local scene, it’s a great mix of people who love discovering and supporting fresh talent.
Yes, absolutely! We gratefully welcome in-kind sponsorships — whether that’s DJ services, entertainment, lighting, print materials, media support, or something we haven’t even thought of yet. If you’ve got a skill or resource that could help elevate the event, we’d love to hear from you.
You’re welcome to provide your own models for the Runway VIP showcase. However, if you need help with this, please let us know and we’ll be happy to assist with model casting.
Please note that if you provide your own models, they may be asked to attend a rehearsal/model training session.
No. Our venue, Warehouse 18, has tables that you can use. Full details we be provided for Vendor Spotlight sponsors.
For all questions relating to The Style Social sponsorship, please contact Melissa Crosson at:
Melissa@UniqueCustomThreads.com
or:
(828)-308-4861
Simply fill in the form below. We’ll get in touch within 24 hours to officially get you on board.
Let’s Make It Official
You’re one step away from putting your brand in front of the most stylish crowd in Catawba County. Whether you’re promoting your business, showcasing your art, or stepping onto the runway, The Style Social is where visibility meets opportunity.
Fill out the form below to lock in your spot. We’ll follow up within 24 hours with next steps.

OUR EVENT SPONSORS
We would like to extend our gratitude to the following sponsors for making this event possible.


