Fashion Week at Eastwood Mall Returns with Three-Night Showcase in March
Eastwood Mall announces the return of Fashion Week, a premier three-night event celebrating the latest fashion trends, local community spirit, and a heartwarming cause. From March 5th through March 7th, Eastwood Mall’s Center Court will be transformed into a high-energy runway featuring three distinct shows that are all free and open to the public.
“Fashion Week at Eastwood Mall is about more than just fashion and clothes; it’s about bringing our community together,” says Eastwood Mall Marketing Director Bri Ventimiglia. “Whether you are a student preparing for prom, an animal lover looking for a new best friend, or someone just showing off your school pride, there is something for everyone on our runway this year!”
“It’s exciting to bring back the High School Fashion Face-Off to close out Fashion Week for 2026,” adds Eastwood’s Regional Director of Marketing & Communications, Johnny Chechitelli. “2025 was the first time we ever held this event and so many people showed up to support their schools that we knew we had to do it again. The schools who came up short last year know that they’ve got to pack the house this time to take home one of the top three prizes.”
Event Schedule & Highlights
Night 1: Prom Fashion Show – Thursday, March 5 from 6:00 PM to 8:00PM
• The Look: Get a first look at prom season’s most stunning formal wear. The runway will
feature dress collections from Macy’s, Boscov’s, and Lavish, complemented by sharp suits
from Rondinelli Tuxedo, footwear from Reyers, and professional hair and makeup styling
by the Casal Aveda Institute.
Night 2: Animal Welfare League “Dog & Catwalk” Adoption Show – Friday, March 6 at 6:00PM
• The Mission: Fashion goes furry! This crowd-pleasing event features adoptable dogs and
cats from the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County, strutting their stuff down the
runway! Following the show, guests can meet these four-legged models and learn more
about the adoption process.
Night 3: High School Fashion Face-Off – Saturday, March 7 from 6:30PM to 8:00PM
• The Competition: Local high schools will compete in a high stakes “Face Off” presented
by Youngstown Clothing Co. Students from participating schools will walk the runway,
cheered on by their fellow classmates and school supporters. The schools who bring the
three biggest crowds to this event will reap the benefits, with monetary donations of
$1,000, $2,500, and $5,000, respectively. Supporters are encouraged to register through
the following link, but they must show up in person on the night of the show to be
counted: https://yccfaceoff26.eventbrite.com/
• 2025 was the inaugural year for the High School Fashion Face-Off at Eastwood Mall, with
Niles McKinley High School taking 1st place, followed by Newton Falls High School in 2nd
place, and Cardinal Mooney High School in 3rd place.
For more information on Fashion Week and other upcoming events, please visit www.eastwoodmall.com.
The Eastwood Mall Complex is located at 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, in Niles, Ohio. It is one of America’s largest shopping centers, with over 200 department stores, specialty shops, restaurants, hotels and entertainment options. The Eastwood Mall Complex is owned and managed in association with Cafaro-affiliated companies, based in Niles, Ohio. For more information, visit online at: www.eastwoodmall.com and www.cafarocompany.com.
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