The Walk of Becoming

Join The Runway

The Runway is a symbolic fashion showcase where contestants represent their state or country by incorporating its official or symbolic flower into their runway look. Every walk honors resilience, culture, and mental health awareness.

You can participate in two ways:

Storyteller Participant – Share your personal story of resilience. Selected stories may be featured to help raise awareness and inspire others.
Advocate Participant – Walk in support of mental health awareness, standing in unity for those whose stories deserve to be heard.

Entry Details

Entry Fee: $50
Eligibility: Open to all ages, sizes, and backgrounds

Most Impactful Presence

Audience Choice Award (all participants)

Most Inspirational Story (Storyteller Models only)

Ambassador of Resilience (overall recognition – judges’ choice)

Storytelling Options (For Storyteller Models)

If you choose to submit a story, you may decide how it is presented:

☐ I will tell it myself live on stage
☐ I would like the host to narrate it
☐ I prefer my story to be displayed on screen as I walk
☐ I prefer my story to appear in Bouquet Magazine only

Application Form

After You Apply

Automatic confirmation email + receipt.

All contestants published in Bouquet Magazine.

Judges review submissions and select award winners.

Event updates sent via email.

Businesses, brands, and organizations can support The Runway and Bouquet Magazine through sponsorships starting at $250 and up to $5,000. Sponsors are featured in the magazine, on our website, and at the live showcase.