Orlando Fashion District was founded by Emmy Award Winning Celebrity Seamstress, Gina Vincenza Van Epps, on a mission to bring sewing back to the USA and open a Co-Op Garment Design and Production house in Orlando. Our 501.c3 nonprofit supports runway shows, fashion events, local designers, design and production houses, fabricators, models, photographers, hair and make up artists, fabric vendors, production equipment, boutiques, museums and other fashion related business and commerce. Orlando Fashion District's signature "Orlando Fashion Battle" event recognizes up and coming designers in an uplifting competition. "The Mix" brings together fashion and costume designers, fabricators and local artist to mix, mingle and share their work.