More than just a runway show—though if it were just that, it would still be well worth your time—Fade to Light is the twice yearly “multidimensional fashion event.” And that ain’t just fancy talk! Creator (and former Mercury fashion columnist) Elizabeth Mollo challenges designers to push the boundaries of traditional runway presentation, which means creativity will reach a whole new level—especially when such A-game clothiers as Altar, Sarah Bibb, Yamil Quiñones, and Graduates from the Portland Fashion Institute are in the house. Miss at your own peril. WM. STEVEN HUMPHREY