Grace DuVal‘s work worn by Sirena Nuñez. — Photo by Jack Field

The term Artwear refers to clothing and other wearables designed as conceptual or fine art. Artwear operates outside of the boundaries normally presented in fashion to favor an approach that prioritizes style and vision. This show makes it possible for textile artists to be included in open studios in a way that is more conducive to their art form than a studio opening or a gallery.

This year, the SOS fashion show will once again be held at the Crystal Ballroom in Davis Square on Thursday, April 30. The Crystal Ballroom is directly above the Somerville Theatre. Doors open at 6 p.m. for cocktail hour with the show beginning at 7p.m.; seating is first come, first served. The venue will have a full bar and runway seating. The event is free for the public to view original textile art by Somerville artists, as part of Somerville Open Studios 2026.

Crystal Ballroom, 55 Davis Square (Somerville Theatre building), Thursday, April 30. Doors open at 6 p.m., show begins at 7 p.m.