IIDA Dallas Fort Worth City Center presents the 3rd Annual CRE8 Design Challenge and Fashion Show benefiting the IIDA Texas Oklahoma Chapter Education Fund. The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) is a professional networking and educational association committed to enhancing the quality of life through excellence in Interior Design. The mission of the Chapter's Education Fund is to fund and support activities directly related to the advancement of students pursuing degrees in Interior Design in the states of Texas and Oklahoma.

The challenge is to create a garment in 8 days. Not just any garment, but a garment that celebrates the connection between interior design and fashion! This year’s theme is Zodiac Signs. Each sign possesses a distinct set of personality traits that sets it apart from the rest. Are you an optimistic Sagittarius, a charming Libra, or a secretive Scorpio? All of the stars will align on April 26th for a good vs. evil showdown on the runway. What’s your sign?

Each Design Team will be randomly paired with 2 Garment Underwriters – 1 softgood and 1 hardgood manufacturer. They will work together to create a couture garment out of products like carpet, tile, and wallcovering!

All garments will be constructed in 8 days and showcased at the CRE8 Fashion Show on Friday, April 26, 2013.