KidSuper’s Colm Dillane Brought Local Talent—And Lauryn Hill—to Celebrate Brooklyn Fashion

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso joined KidSuper designer Colm Dillane on Saturday night for the second annual "The People’s Runway." Held on the steps of Borough Hall at the edge of Brooklyn Heights, the event served as a high-profile platform for five local designers selected from a pool of over 300 applicants. Each participant received a $15,000 grant and mentorship opportunities to support their emerging businesses.

The showcase featured diverse collections from designers Moses Aina, Rey Jaiteh, Laurel Tiange Fang, Kuai Li, and Roderick Reyes. The evening concluded with musical performances by Wyclef Jean and Lauryn Hill, who appeared in a custom KidSuper coat. The event, which transitioned from a one-off project to an annual tradition, aims to democratize government arts funding for the borough's creative community.

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