Last month (July 2026) I was invited by Albuquerque influencer, Cora Dey (@cora_dey / @media_by_dey) to take behind the scenes photos of Disco Doggie Fashion Show. It was a charity fashion show event with local vendors, designers, and models. The purpose of the fashion show was to support local animal charities such as Wiggly Butts Foundation, Pitties & Kitties Rescue of New Mexico, Red Dog Farm Rescue, East Mountain CAP, and A Barking Chance Animal Rescue. Each model was paired with an adoptable dog to walk down the runway.


When I got to the "getting ready room", I was greeted with vibrant colors, designs, and friendly faces of the Albuquerque creative community.

Makeup artist applying makeup to a model in a blue tulle outfit and orange top seated in a wheelchair.

In photo: Emma Bronti / @Emma.bronti.mua (left), Yazmean La Patrona / @yaz_lapatrona (right).

Makeup artist applying cosmetics to a model backstage at a fashion show in a studio setting.

In photo: Feliz Martinez / @flzmrtnz (left), Jacqueline Chavez / @makeitjacque (right).

Makeup artist applying cosmetics to a model with curly hair in a floral robe at a fashion show backstage.

In photo: Jade / @jjadethebabe (left), Scout / @scout.the.entity (right).

A makeup artist applies eyebrow makeup to a model wearing a leopard print cape at a fashion show backstage.

In photo: unknown

After I took WAY too many photos of everyone getting glammed up, I started to go around to see if I could take photos of any of the models that were fully ready to walk the runway. I was able to take some really cool photos of the ladies below.

Woman in orange mini dress and green heels with afro hairstyle posing outdoors against brick building.

In photos: Mya Lynn / @mltwyeffort

Young woman with large afro hairstyle, green eyeshadow, and orange top smiling softly at camera.

Designer: Allegra / @ce.olmstead

Makeup Artist: Emma Bronti / @emma.bronti.mua

Tattooed woman in teal tank top, black knee socks, and combat boots poses dynamically in an urban alleyway.

In photos: Pandora Ashe / @panboxx

Tattooed woman in teal mini dress and blue sunglasses poses in urban alley setting.

Designer: Allegra / @ce.olmstead

Hair: Ava / @kolored_by_ava

Makeup: Emma Bronti / @emma.bronti.mua

Woman in white lace top and wide-leg green velvet pants poses outdoors near brick buildings.

In photo: Jazz

Makeup: Aurora / @auroradoesmakeup

Designer: Kayann / Peppered Stitches

Young woman with curly blonde hair smiling in urban alley, wearing black top and green skirt with arms crossed.

In photo: Kayann / Peppered Stitches

Woman in red ruffled jumpsuit dancing outdoors between urban brick buildings with arms outstretched.

In photo: Naomi (@know_me_naomi)

Designer: Kayann / Peppered Stitches

Drag performer in orange bikini top with blue feather accessories and curly wig posing in urban alleyway.

In photo: Yazmean La Patrona / @yaz_lapatrona

Makeup: Emma Bronti / @Emma.bronti.mua

Designers: Allegra / @ce.olmstead

Two stylish women pose outdoors, one in purple fringe top, other in orange bikini with blue feather boa and sunglasses.

In photo: Rosa / @rosahermosaa_ + Yazmean La Patrona / @yaz_lapatrona

Makeup: Emma Bronti / @Emma.bronti.mua

Designers: Allegra / @ce.olmstead + @candgartisan

Overall this was such a fun experience that benefited a lot of animals. I'm so happy I had this opportunity to connect with my local Albuquerque creative community. I met a lot of nice, fun, and welcoming individuals. Being able to get involved in your community is always a worthwhile thing!

Produced by:

Cora Dey / @cora_dey / @media_by_dey

Cassidy / Fizzbam Fabrications LLC

Fillin Funky / Gabrielle's Greenery LLC

Renee Crocker / Drifting Drink NM

Curious dark brindle puppy resting paws on blue-taped surface, looking up with soulful eyes in bright indoor setting.