An Experience of Elegance, Culture, Art & Fashion

Where Fashion Meets Culture in the Heart of the Nation’s Capital

Get ready for an unforgettable cultural experience where fashion, art, heritage, and diplomacy come together in Washington, D.C.

Global Couture U.S. is an international platform that brings together designers, artisans, artists, cultural representatives, entrepreneurs, and distinguished guests from around the world for a celebration that goes far beyond the runway.

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FASHION IN ICONIC PLACES

Each year, Global Couture U.S. takes place in some of Washington, D.C.’s most iconic and historic settings, including the Organization of American States and the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium.

These magnificent venues—known for their architecture, history, and cultural significance—have welcomed government ceremonies, international conferences, diplomatic gatherings, and important moments in the history of the nation’s capital.

For Global Couture U.S., they become the setting for an extraordinary encounter between American, Latin American, and international cultures through fashion and art.

MORE THAN A FASHION SHOW

What makes Global Couture U.S. different is the experience.

Every year, we select a special theme that invites our guests to become part of the celebration. Fashion is not only presented on the runway—it is experienced throughout the evening.

Our guests are encouraged to embrace the theme through their own style, celebrating authenticity, creativity, elegance, and individuality.

From international designers and traditional artisans to music, dance, art, and cultural storytelling, every edition of Global Couture U.S. creates a unique journey around the world.

Fashion • Culture • Diplomacy • Art

Capital Emmy Award-Winning Production

Global Couture U.S. was recognized with a Capital Emmy Award for its documentary work showcasing ancestral Indigenous fashion, culture, and heritage in Washington, D.C.

Journalist | International Event Producer | Capital Emmy Award Winner. Raysa González is a seasoned journalist and international event producer with over 15 years of experience in the fashion and media industries. She is the pioneer and creator of Top Model Petite Panamá and produced the renowned “Parade Around the World” alongside diplomatic ladies in Bogotá, Colombia.

She served as Public Relations Officer for Miss World Colombia (2014–2015) and has produced high-profile events for embassies in Washington, DC.

In 2024, Raiza was honored with a Capital Emmy Award for her short documentary highlighting how Global Couture US is transforming the lives of artisans and indigenous communities through fashion — proving that creativity can be a powerful tool for cultural preservation and social impact.