Tampa Bay Fashion Experience
fashion can do more than turn heads
TBFE brings together high-end runway events, emerging local talent, and deep community investment — all under one roof. TBFE built Tampa’s only direct pipeline to New York Fashion Week and Miami Swim Week, and the company is just as proud of what we’ve built here at home.
Donated across Tampa bay
INDIVIDUALS SERVED
Founder & CEO
Taneka Bowles
Philanthropy and fashion have always been passions of mine, so being able to merge the two in an impactful way in Tampa is such a blessing.
Founded by Taneka Bowles, TBFE has served tens of thousands across the Tampa Bay area while raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for local organizations. Bowles’ vision extends beyond the runway — it’s about creating real opportunities for communities to grow.
The Tampa Bay Fashion Foundation is the nonprofit engine behind everything TBFE does. As a 501(c)(3), TBFF partners directly with organizations and neighborhoods across Tampa Bay — providing food, job training, professional development, and visibility to communities that need it most. Style isn’t just what you wear. It’s how you show up for each other.
Featured Events
Three Nights. One Movement.
Every year, TBFE brings Tampa Bay three nights of fashion, entertainment and community impact. From a high-stakes modeling competition to red-carpet galas, our events are where the runway meets real life — and every seat in the house matters.
The Strut
A high-stakes modeling competition where teams go head-to-head for a spot on the New York Fashion Week runway.
Couture & Cocktails
Red carpet gala featuring 25+ New York runway pieces, live auctions, and guests who give back as much as they celebrate.
She's My MVP
Celebrity runway. Live music. All proceeds supporting community organizations — with an after-party to match.
Tampa Bay Fashion Entertainment
Bring the Runway
to Your Brand
TBFE produces world-class fashion experiences for brands, venues, and organizations ready to make a statement. From concept to curtain call, TBFE brings the same runway-level production quality that defines our signature events — tailored entirely to your vision. Whether you’re launching a collection, hosting a gala, or elevating your next corporate event, we build experiences your audience won’t forget.