Fashion Show Budget Calculator
Calculate runway show costs including venue, models, production, styling, hair and makeup, and PR.
Total Show Budget
$78K
Net after sponsors: $68K
Cost/Look
$3K
Cost/Guest
$388
Cost/Model
$833
Model Total
$8K
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Industry Benchmark
Mid-Range Brand shows typically budget around $75K with 15 models. Production and venue usually account for 40-50% of the total budget.
How to Use This Calculator
Select your show type (runway, presentation, digital) and scale.
Enter venue, production, lighting, and sound costs.
Add model fees, styling, hair/makeup, and backstage expenses.
Review total budget, cost per look, and estimated media value generated.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a fashion show cost?
Small independent shows cost $10,000-50,000. Mid-level brand shows cost $50,000-200,000. Major fashion week shows cost $200,000-1 million+. Top luxury houses spend $2-10 million on their flagship runway shows including production, models, and celebrity guests.
How many models do I need for a fashion show?
Small shows use 8-15 models, mid-size shows 15-30, and major runway shows 30-60+ models. Each model typically presents 2-4 looks. Model fees range from $500-2,000 for emerging talent to $10,000-50,000+ for established models.
What are the biggest expenses for a fashion show?
The largest costs are venue rental (20-30%), production (lighting, sound, staging at 15-25%), models and casting (15-20%), hair and makeup (8-12%), and PR/media (10-15%). Venue and production together typically account for 40-50% of the total budget.
How much earned media value does a fashion show generate?
A well-executed fashion show can generate 10-50x the investment in earned media value through press coverage, social media, and influencer content. Small shows generate $50,000-200,000 in EMV, while major shows can generate $5-50 million.
Should I do a physical runway show or a digital presentation?
Digital presentations cost 30-50% less and reach wider audiences. Physical shows create stronger emotional impact and press attention. Many brands now do hybrid shows with in-person runway and professional livestream. Budget $5,000-20,000 for quality digital production.
Why Use This Calculator
- Budget all fashion show production elements
- Calculate cost per look on the runway
- Plan model casting and hair/makeup expenses
- Estimate media value and press coverage ROI
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