Celebrating a Decade of Women Empowerment: Merci Dupre Joins ELYSIAN’s 10-Year Anniversary

Merci Dupre Clothiers had the incredible honor of participating in ELYSIAN’s 10-year anniversary celebration in Spartanburg, SC — a weekend dedicated to celebrating women who inspire change and uplift others. For ten years, ELYSIAN has been a beacon of connection, creativity, and empowerment, using fashion, philanthropy, and media to make a meaningful difference.

From the runway to real impact — our looks were auctioned in support of rescue animals.

Fashion with a Purpose

On the opening night, we took the runway to support the Spartanburg Humane Society’s capital campaign. But this wasn’t just any fashion show. Our collection highlighted what Merci Dupre stands for: luxurious, eco-friendly designs crafted with cutting-edge, sustainable materials that protect both your health and the planet. And in a beautiful, moving twist, models walked alongside adoptable pups, reminding everyone that fashion can—and should—be a vehicle for compassion.

When Storytelling Meets Advocacy

The evening also featured an exclusive screening of CatWalk FurBaby II, a documentary capturing a journey from Spartanburg all the way to New York Fashion Week. This film tells the story of how fashion can be a powerful platform for advocacy—showcasing the creativity, heart, and relentless drive needed to push boundaries and create real change. Held in an intimate hangar setting, the event was a testament to ELYSIAN’s commitment to breaking barriers and soaring beyond traditional expectations.

The Sky is Truly the Limit

What struck us most during this weekend was the shared vision we hold with ELYSIAN—that fashion is more than aesthetics. It’s about elevating women, advancing philanthropic causes, and designing a healthier, more compassionate future. Merci Dupre is proud to have been part of this inspiring milestone, celebrating moments and connections that will continue to fuel a movement of purpose-driven design and storytelling.