The 2025 DACO Gala
Take a look behind the scenes at this year's event.
Stay tuned for shots from the runway!
**photos courtesy of Photographer Bishop Chilton
Stay tuned for shots from the runway!
**photos courtesy of Photographer Bishop Chilton
Thank You for Making the 2025 DACO Gala Unforgettable!
What an evening! The Decorative Arts Center of Ohio's 2025 Gala was a night to remember—filled with community, creativity, and celebration in support of the arts. Thanks to YOU, the event was a resounding success.
From the stunning fashion show and inspired performances, to the beautiful setting, local flavors, and joyful energy of the crowd—this year's gala was truly a testament to what happens when art, culture, and community come together.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to every person and partner who brought this evening to life:
Congratulations to all of our silent auction and raffle winners — we hope you enjoying your items, and thank you for supporting our work through your bids and ticket purchases!
And, a very special congratulations to Debby Rockwood, recipient of the Mary Josephine "Jo" Voss Award, for her outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication to DACO, the arts, and our community.
Step & Repeat photos are now available!
Check out your red carpet moment here: 2025 Album
And don’t forget to share your own photos and memories on social media using #DACOgala — we love seeing your favorite moments!
From all of us at DACO: thank you for your support, your spirit, and your celebration of creativity.
We can’t wait to see you again next summer for the 2026 DACO Gala!
From the stunning fashion show and inspired performances, to the beautiful setting, local flavors, and joyful energy of the crowd—this year's gala was truly a testament to what happens when art, culture, and community come together.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to every person and partner who brought this evening to life:
- Our incredible sponsors – whose generosity and belief in our mission make our work possible
- The talented fashion designers, models, and stylists – whose creativity lit up the runway
- The musicians, performers, and DJ – who kept us entertained and inspired all night
- Our dedicated vendors and partners – who helped shape every detail
- Our volunteers – whose tireless efforts behind the scenes made everything run smoothly
- And to our guests – whose presence, energy, and support made this event shine
Congratulations to all of our silent auction and raffle winners — we hope you enjoying your items, and thank you for supporting our work through your bids and ticket purchases!
And, a very special congratulations to Debby Rockwood, recipient of the Mary Josephine "Jo" Voss Award, for her outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication to DACO, the arts, and our community.
Step & Repeat photos are now available!
Check out your red carpet moment here: 2025 Album
And don’t forget to share your own photos and memories on social media using #DACOgala — we love seeing your favorite moments!
From all of us at DACO: thank you for your support, your spirit, and your celebration of creativity.
We can’t wait to see you again next summer for the 2026 DACO Gala!
Thank you to all of our sponsors!
We are grateful to all the sponsors of the DACO Gala. These sponsors not only allow us to put on this fantastic event, but will also help support our arts education programming and community partnerships for students of all ages and abilities, our world-class exhibition program, and long-term investment in the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the 2026 DACO Gala, please contact Jason Crabill at 740-681-1423 or [email protected]
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor for the 2026 DACO Gala, please contact Jason Crabill at 740-681-1423 or [email protected]
meet the designers!
Casey Immel-Brown
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Casey Immel-Brown is a Columbus-based fashion designer whose work spans print, runway, television, and gallery exhibitions. Known for his subversive take on elegance, Casey uses classic couture techniques to create pieces that empower wearers to express their truest selves.
His designs often explore themes we’re taught to keep hidden, turning fashion into a tool for self-actualization. With a background in leatherwork and jewelry design, Casey blends wet-molded leather, saddlery methods, and custom metal details into garments that challenge norms and push boundaries. See more from CASEY
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Chawis Saelim is a Columbus-based designer originally from Bangkok, Thailand. A skilled pattern-maker and tailor, he holds a BFA in Fashion Design from the Columbus College of Art & Design. With roots in fine art and photography, Chawis approaches fashion as a medium for emotional expression, crafting garments that speak through form and feeling.
Inspired by Japanese design and the beauty of imperfection, his work embraces deconstruction while honoring couture craftsmanship. Constantly evolving, Chawis blends innovation with intention, staying grounded in his vision of fashion as both art and experience. Follow @chawis_noir on Instagram!
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Chawis Saelim
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Morgan Reiners
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Morgan Reiners is an emerging fashion designer based in Columbus, Ohio, originally from Knoxville, Tennessee. She studied fashion design at the Columbus College of Art & Design, where she developed a love for bold prints, textures, and precision construction.
Morgan’s work combines vintage inspiration with modern tailoring, often mixing vibrant fabrics in unexpected ways. With a focus on fit and craftsmanship, her designs aim to spark joy, optimism, and a playful sense of nostalgia in everyone who wears them. |
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Logan Baldauf is a Columbus-based artist and fashion designer originally from Weirton, West Virginia. He earned his BFA in Fashion Design from the Columbus College of Art & Design in 2024.
Logan’s work focuses on fit, aestheticism, and emotional resonance, drawing inspiration from art movements, film, and music. His designs were recently featured in the 2024 DACO Gala and highlighted in Refined magazine, marking an exciting start to a promising career in fashion. |
Logan Baldauf
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Alyssa Scherer
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Alyssa Scherer is an independent designer based in Columbus, OH, originally from Pittsburgh, PA. With a flair for fantasy and femininity, her work blends structured corsetry, hand-sewn couture techniques, and her growing passion for millinery.
Alyssa draws inspiration from iconic fashion films and uses her background in cosmetology to create immersive, head-to-toe looks. Her designs celebrate hyper-glamour and individuality, encouraging wearers to embrace their inner goddess—down to the pearls, shoes, and even the nail polish. For Alyssa, fashion is a dreamscape where every detail counts. |
Meet the DJ!
Moxy Martinez (They/Them/He/Him), is a self taught DJ, producer and composer. They have contributed original music and DJ sets nationally and internationally since 2003. Most recently, Moxy was invited not only to headline the 2025 Columbus Arts Festival, performing their own original live synth music, but was also DJ support for the Arts Festival Fashion as Art Runway Show. As a mainstay in the Columbus Music Community, Moxy is commissioned for original synthesizer compositions as well as consistently invited to perform private and public DJ/Live Performance events throughout Ohio and the Midwest, and beyond.
Follow @moxymartinez on Instagram!