For showing up, for showing love, and for standing behind the city’s finest in the arts. Our mission has always been to keep the spotlight shining on Detroit’s creatives—and this weekend you reminded us why we do it.

To the Corktown organizations and residents: thank you for opening your doors and hearts to our dream. Without your embrace, none of this would have been possible.

And to every soul who poured into this festival—

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To the musical artists who lit up the stage with every note.

To the designers who stitched their vision and passion into each dazzling piece of fashion.

To the models who walked with beauty, grace, and unapologetic power.

To every photographer, videographer, and podcaster who made this moment look and feel larger than life.

To the volunteers who gave their time and energy with no expectation but love.

To the sound team who carried every beat and lyric through the air all day.

To the set designer who created the backdrop that turned our vision into reality.

To the security team who kept every guest safe.

To Michigan Central for welcoming us into your historic space with true hospitality.

And to the City of Detroit, for helping two native Detroiters turn a dream into something real.

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This wasn’t just an event—it was proof of what happens when a city moves as one. Detroit, this was for you. And because of you, the light will keep shining.