Business X Design is MODA’s event series that explores how design fuels innovation, solves complex challenges, and shapes the world we live in. We invite boundary-pushing creatives to share the bold ideas and design thinking behind their work.
About the Event:
Join MODA for an evening with Chris Peeples, founder of the Atlanta Streetwear Market (ASWM) — one of the most dynamic and influential platforms for emerging fashion talent in the Southeast.
Founded in 2017, ASWM has grown into a powerful cultural force, amplifying the voices of independent designers, especially young Black creatives, and redefining what fashion entrepreneurship looks like in Atlanta and beyond.
This edition of Business X Design will explore the design-driven origins of the Atlanta Streetwear Market, tracing Chris’s journey from concept to movement. We’ll examine how he and his team built a creative ecosystem that merges fashion, community, and business, while maintaining streetwear’s core values: authenticity, storytelling, and radical self-expression.
Together, we’ll discuss:
- The rise of Atlanta as a streetwear capital
- How ASWM supports independent designers and builds community
- The role of streetwear in shaping cultural identity and social change
- What it takes to launch and grow a design-forward business in today’s creative economy
Whether you're passionate about fashion or innovative entrepreneurship, this conversation promises to inspire your imagination!
About Atlanta Streetwear Market:
Atlanta Streetwear Market is a vibrant gathering that brings together thousands of creators, independent brands, and consumers in one dynamic location. This event serves as a significant platform for underground and independent streetwear brands, offering them the opportunity to gain exposure and connect with their audience. Emphasizing the collision of community, culture, and creativity, the market fosters interactions among participants and a shared love for streetwear. Attendees can expect an energetic atmosphere, complete with live DJs, delicious food, and the chance to discover new brands and designers. The expo takes place at the ATL Expo Center North Building, a spacious venue designed to accommodate the growing number of attendees and brands.
Registration: $15 | $10 for MODA members
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