This is your guide to all things geek chic at San Diego Comic Con 2019
Obviously our can’t miss items on the List are Thursday Night’s Geek Couture Fashion Show and Saturday Afternoon’s Fashionably Nerdy Panel (after all the second one is our panel…) But here is a more thorough list of Fashion related events at SDCC this year:

Thursday:
1:00pm – 2:00pm Careers in Geek Fashion
Fans can express what they love and connect with most in pop culture through fashion. From clothing to jewelry, options continue to grow each year as the industry expands and fans can be more than just consumers of it. Moderated by Lisa Granshaw (GeekFold), panelists Dan Richard (Development Plus Inc. and Bethesda Gear Store), Cindy Levitt(Mad Engine), Rosa Menendez (esports makeup), Jennifer Smilay (Her Universe), Allison Cimino (RockLove Jewelry), and Jeff Trexler (Fashion Law Institute) talk about their careers and the different ways people can work in the industry. There will be time left for Q&A between panelists and attendees.

6:00–8:00 The Her Universe Fashion Show—Presented by Her Universe, Hot Topic, and She-Ra in partnership with Cartoon Network. The Her Universe Fashion Show has become one of the must-attend events on Thursday at Comic-Con, as 24 designers compete with their original “geek couture” designs to win the ultimate prize: the opportunity to design a Her Universe fashion collection for Hot Topic. Hosted by actress and Her Universe founder Ashley Eckstein. Room Harbor Ballroom, Manchester Grand Hyatt

7:00pm – 8:00pm Supernatural Steampunk
Take a walk on the dark side of Steampunk as these panelists discuss the wealth of supernatural-inspired novels, TV, and movies complete with vampires, werewolves, ghosts, demons, mummies, and more! Although many are based on actual Victorian spiritualism and superstition, you’ll discover there is a lot more to these traditionally evil miscreants and villains than meets the eye. Hear from author Madeleine Holly-Rosing(Boston Metaphysical Society), Carol and Emily Taylor (owners of the Brass Planchette), Lady Shadow (Vampyre Fashionista), and moderator Anastasia Hunter (chair, Gaslight Steampunk Expo).

Friday
10:30–12:00 The Her Universe Workshop—Want to get into the business of geek fashion? Calling all designers, artists, lawyers, entrepreneurs. Hear from the Founder of Her Universe, Ashley Eckstein, and a panel of industry professionals, and take a deep dive into the business of fashion, fandom, and licensing. Santa Rosa Room, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina

11:00am – 12:00pm Cosplay Makeup 101
Learn what it takes to perfect your cosplay by having great makeup to go with it. Panelists will cover beauty makeup, appliance application, special FX makeup, sculpting, molding, casting, and wig styling.They include Keaghlan Ashley (Face Off season 7 and Face Off All Stars, key makeup artist Severus Snape and the Marauders), Chrissy Lynn (Bat in The Sun’s Super Power Beat Down, Sideshow’s Queen Gethsemoni from their Court of the Dead series), Ashley Troub (winning looks SDCC Her Universe Fashion Show 2015 and 2016, Sideshow Collectibles Queen of the Dead makeup 2017 and 2018), Cara Zozula (E! Entertainment Oscars show, History Channel’s Party Like It’s . . . series), and Jessica Mills(Truly Outrageous: A Jem and the Holograms Fan Film; Damsels, Dice, and Everything Nice: A Royal Role Playing Adventure). Moderated by Dawn Banks (plus-size model and fashion blogger Stygian Siryn, lead makeup artist/designer on Batgirl: Spoiled).

12:00pm – 1:00pm Building a Geek Brand (That Changes the World)
Do you dream of converting your nerd passion into a full-time career but feel overwhelmed with the next steps? Whether writing your first book, becoming a YouTube personality, or creating an innovative product, the road to success can be filled with many obstacles and pitfalls. This panel of geek pros will help you get started, discover some shortcuts, and inspire you to make an impact in pop culture. Panelists include Tony B. Kim(Hero Within), Trisha Hershberger (media host), Genese Davis (author), Victor Dandridge(artist), and Stella Chu (pro cosplayer).

1:00pm – 2:00pm Behind the Design: Star Wars Fashion Collaborations
Star Wars has always been on the forefront of the “geek chic” fashion movement by bringing iconic characters and stories to life through the lens of modern-day fashion. Over the past decade, the portfolio of brand partnerships has grown significantly, allowing fans all over the world to celebrate their passion for the brand with more than just T-shirts. This panel will include an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the design and development process of Star Wars fashion and accessories, including two new collaborations being unveiled at SDCC this year.

1:00pm – 2:00pm Dressed to Impress: Refining Sewing Skills for Cosplay Marc Aaron Bright (fashion professor for Saddleback College) and Elizah Siegel (product development for Stance) are here to establish detail-oriented foundations for those aspiring to create their own garments and to correct bad habits for current stitchers. Essential sewing, fitting, and pattern-making techniques will be covered from the ground up: fabric selection, fabric/grain preparation, pattern placement, cutting, seams, finishings, closures, fitting/ease, the value of hand sewing, and pattern-making advice.


Saturday:

3:00pm – 4:00pm Let’s Get Fashionably Nerdy
Incorporate your love of your fandom into everyday fashion. Panelists explore the multitude of designers creating heightened formal, business, athletic, and casual looks for men, women, and children. Up-and-coming brand designers will talk about their lines and how to dress fashionably while expressing yourself and the things you love. Panelists include Mandie Roman (Geeky Glamorous), Tiffany Mink (Whosits and Whatsits), Meli Lovio-Sanchez (Melificant), Danielle Reichman (Little Petal), Jordan Ellis (Jordandené), Camille Falciola (Frakkin Frocks), and moderator Stephanie Pressman (Fashionably Nerdy).

7:00–9:15 Studio Ghibli Kiki’s Delivery Service Screening—Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Kiki’s Delivery Service! This coming-of-age story follows Kiki, a young witch-in-training, to a new town where she delivers goods by broomstick and meets new friends. Join Her Universe and Hot Topic for Studio Ghibli trivia, prizes, and a special screening of this delightful adventure with a special host. Horton Grand Theatre

Sunday
Fashionably Nerdy’s Meli is hosting a Fan Girl Social Club Mixer at The Odysea Bar at The Bayfront Hilton

Throughout the week the following vendors can be found on the floor carrying amazing Geek Fashion:

ANOVOS : 3849
Badali Jewelry : 715
BAIT : 2747
Captive Style : 2046
Elhoffer Design : 1135
For Fans By Fans : 1316
Geekdom Wear : 519
Her Universe : 1321
Her Universe (Star Wars Apparel) : Lucas Pavilion : 2913
Hero Within : 2047
Hot Chocolate : 4901
Loungefly : 5248
Pendragon Costumes : 4512
RockLove Jewelry : 2913
StylinOnline : 1021, 1317, 415, 5029, 5545
TeeTurtle : 1504
TeeTurtle (Star Wars) : 2913
ThinkGeek : 3349
tokidoki : 5037
What’s Your Passion Jewelry : 735

All the past winner’s of the Her Universe Fashion Show have been invited to share their designs this year at the 50th anniversary Comic Con Museum a pop-up in Balboa Park in San Diego