Optimistic: Eden, Elements & Ever After — A Tribute Through Fashion

Schedule

Sun Nov 30 2025 at 04:00 pm to 06:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Howard University | Washington, DC

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Step onto Planet Optimistic — a runway beyond Earth, a vision built from love, loss, and luminous imagination featuring $tack or Starve.
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✨ Optimistic: Eden, Elements & Ever After — A Tribute Through Fashion

Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Location: Howard University School of Social Work

Attire: Couture | High Fashion Required

Tickets: $50 | VIP: $100 (includes access to an exclusive reception experience)

Step onto Planet Optimistic — a runway beyond Earth, a vision built from love, loss, and imagination.

Optimistic: Eden, Elements & Ever After is a transformational fashion showcase that journeys through the sacred six elements: Earth, Water, Air, Fire, Ruby, and Diamond. Each element reflects a chapter of resilience, radiance, and a glimpse into the future.

This show is a tribute to Jordan Thomas Swan, lovingly known as “23,” whose life was taken by gun violence in 2024. His legacy lives on through his fashion brand, $tack or Starve, featured on the runway as a powerful symbol of perseverance, purpose, and passion. Jordan believed in turning adversity into style, and we honor him by carrying that light forward.

This evening is also a celebration of Jordan’s parents, who both met at Howard University and are proud Howard Alumni of the University. As proud sponsors of this event, their unwavering love and sacrifice are the heartbeat of this show. We chose Howard University School of Social Work as our venue in honor of their journey, their strength, and their belief in community, healing, and higher purpose.

Expect bold couture, emerging designers, poetic storytelling, and powerful performances — all woven into a futuristic fashion narrative that rises from Eden and shines like Diamonds.

🌟 General Admission: $50

🌟 VIP Experience: $100 – Includes premier seating and access to an exclusive reception area before the show

Dress to impress.

What’s your version of optimistic?


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Howard University, School of Social Work, Washington, United States

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