The Pashion Project Prevue

Join the Howard County MD Chapter of The Society, Incorporated for The Pashion Prevue!

The Pashion Prevue is a uniquely abbreviated and designed program for children 13-17 years of age that offers an introductory look at the Pashion Project, which was created by costume designer Caitlin D. Alfred of Tyler Perry Studios. The program is designed to address the lack of practical, hands-on learning experiences in the fashion industry, offering a unique STEAM-based curriculum that provides an immersive, introduction to the multidimensional world of fashion.

Through simulation-based learning and educational explorations, The Pashion Project encourages youth to explore and engage with the fashion industry, fostering creativity, innovation, and a deeper understanding of the field.

Classes begin every Wednesday starting February 12, 2025 and end on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. To complete the program, students are encouraged to prioritize availability for all four classes.

ABOUT CAITLIN!

Caitlin Alfred is a creative powerhouse whose love for storytelling through fashion and innovation dates back to early childhood. She finds great joy in bringing fresh ideas to life. Caitlin holds a bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising from Virginia Commonwealth University and a master’s in Fashion Marketing from LIM College, along with certifications in Consumer Psychology and Digital Marketing. She is also the author of “Fashion Keeps Us Interested, Style Keeps Us Interesting,” a beginner’s style guide that empowers clients to build a unique personal brand.

Her career began in retail sales and visual merchandising, with roles at American Apparel, Justice – Just for Girls, and Macy’s, followed by an editorial internship with New York-based e-commerce brand JackThreads. These early experiences laid the foundation for her expertise in neuromarketing, target market analysis, and demographic insights. Caitlin also brings her expertise to her wardrobe consulting and creative direction company, C. Dani Visuals, where she works closely with clients to curate personalized looks by first understanding them as individuals. Through both in-person and online platforms, she helps clients build a wardrobe that reflects their unique style goals. As a creative director under the C. Dani Visuals brand, Caitlin thrives on crafting bold visual narratives that celebrate and elevate new ventures, accomplishments, and product lines.

With nearly a decade of experience, Caitlin has expanded her expertise to Assistant Costume Design and Costume Design for both television and film. At Tyler Perry Studios, she has contributed to popular series such as BET’s Sistas, Nickelodeon’s Young Dylan, Assisted Living, Perimeter, and Zatima, as well as Netflix’s First Wives Club starring Jill Scott. As a Costume Designer, she has led the wardrobe department for several independent films, including The Novelist, a winner at the DC Black Film Festival. Recently, she designed United Way Worldwide’s impactful PSA United is the Way.

With years of experience in styling, customer experience, and fashion education, Caitlin blends creativity with strategy, sparking innovation and making a lasting impact on each project. Whether leading a team to push boundaries or collaborating with forward-thinking creatives, she is passionate about bringing imaginative, game-changing ideas to dynamic teams and projects.