The Duke Business of Retail Society’s vision is individual and community impact. Every committee aligns with this vision by integrating sustainability efforts and celebrating the inclusivity of all fashion models, business leaders, and conscious consumers.
Beyond serving a weekend summit of environmentally conscious fashion shows and diverse speaker panels, we are a united community of like-minded and powerfully unique beings. Our appearances do not define us but represent our collective passion for an industry of unlimited beauty and evolving imagery.
Our philosophy aims to exceed industry expectations through mindful events and branding, as well as empower our all student communities in North Carolina and beyond. We stand by our three pillars of impact: DEI, Environmental Sustainability, and Social Impact.
Integrating sustainability
& celebrating inclusivity
our IMPACTPILLARS
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Diversity is integral to representing all bodies and all backgrounds. Duke, similar to many North Carolina schools, is composed of different appearances and styles. DBFS aims to embody and represent a variety of people and fashion professions.
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Environmental sustainability appears throughout all our committee efforts. Our environmentally friendly materials, panel disucssions, and more involve consumer consciousness and eco-friendly habits.
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Dress for Success is an integral part of the DBFS mission— empower women to look and feel confident in their attempts to achieve financial independence. Through our donations, DBFS demonstrates a commitment to supporting women.
All DBRS leaders and committee members agree to
Make all attempts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and waste in the production, event, and post-production of the DBFS summit. Reusable materials, donated items, and more are essential to our embodiment of impact.
Recognize and actively uphold the values of diversity, equity, and inclusivity among all individuals of DBFS: cofounders, committee members, designers, models, event attendees, and staff.
Take the initiative to amplify the Dress for Success mission and make donations to empower other communities of women in their professional and personal goals