Kansas City Fashion Week Official Media Agreement
Fall/Winter 2025 | September 20–27, 2025
DEADLINE: September 5th

This application is intended for individuals seeking to attend and cover Kansas City Fashion Week (KCFW) events in an official media capacity, including digital publications, print outlets, bloggers, and social media influencers. This form is not applicable to photographers or videographers. If you wish to apply as a photo/video contributor, please complete the separate form listed under the Photo/Video Application tab at www.kcfashionweek.com.

There is no fee associated with the KCFW Media Pass. However, all applicants must clearly indicate the media outlet they are representing. Outlet affiliations will be independently verified.
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By submitting this application and, if approved, accepting a Media Pass, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:
1. You are the authorized representative of the media outlet named in your application.
2. This Media Pass grants access only to the public-facing, in-person KCFW runway shows and designated media areas.
A Media Pass does not constitute all-access clearance. Entry to restricted zones, backstage, dressing areas, production headquarters, or any invitation-only spaces is strictly prohibited.
3. Approved media coverage may include, but is not limited to:
o Designer interviews
o Runway show features
o Interviews with KCFW participants or staff
o Custom editorial or social content, as approved
4. All media content (photos, videos, articles, reels, etc.) captured at Kansas City Fashion Week must include clear credit to Kansas City Fashion Week.
o KCFW must be tagged in all digital coverage.
o Media content must only be published via the outlet listed on your application unless otherwise approved in writing.
5. Media Passes are non-transferable and may not be duplicated or shared.
6. KCFW reserves the right to revoke a Media Pass at any time, for any reason, including but not limited to misconduct, breach of this agreement, or failure to meet professional standards.
7. Media representatives must maintain appropriate professional behavior at all times while participating in KCFW events.
o Any person who appears visibly intoxicated or engages in excessive alcohol consumption while on-site will be subject to immediate removal and permanent revocation of media access privileges.
8. Acceptance as a media guest is not guaranteed. KCFW will accommodate as many media requests as possible; however, approval is contingent on space availability, alignment with brand values, and the applicant’s media reach and professionalism.
9. If accepted, you will receive confirmation and instructions via email no later than the first week of September.
10. Post-event coverage is required.
o All official media guests must publish coverage of KCFW events, designers, or participants within 30 days of attending the event.
o Coverage must appear on the media outlet identified in your application.
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Questions or special requests?
Contact Lori Barnes at media@kcfashionweek.com for assistance.