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Creations at the 2023 Read(y) to Wear event.

Creations at the 2023 Read(y) to Wear event.

2024 Isthmus Pick: This annual event features fashion creations by local business, nonprofit, student and artist teams. The twist: All the designs are made of paper rather than fabric, a nod to the fact Read(y) to Wear is a fundraiser for Madison Reading Project, a nonprofit working to increase youth literacy by giving books to kids and families. The show, on the theme “Dress for Your Adventure,” will be emceed by drag artist Bianca Lynn Breeze, Downtown Madison Inc. president Jason Ilstrup, and MRP executive director Rowan Childs, with music provided by DJ Four7 (aka Travis Beckum, former UW and NFL tight end). Runway winners will be decided by celebrity judges.

media release: Read(y) to Wear is Madison Reading Project’s annual fashion show and fundraiser - bringing together lovers of reading and fashion in support of literacy. With over 500 attendees, this show features paper couture created by local designers and creative teams who compete in our runway show for a coveted top three spots and the champion’s crown.