Raise a glass & bid high on the amazing items in our online auction! All proceeds go to support Edessa School of Fashion.

The Silent Auction is live now, so don't wait to start bidding! New items will be added, register and be the first to see what's new!

The Auction will end on Monday, October 28th at 7:30pm during our Blutender event high atop the Pfister Hotel.

By attending our Blutender fundraiser on 10/28/24, you have an opportunity to see the items before you win them, get your bid in and take it home that night! *

Celebrity Bartenders Tarik Moody & Christina Lopez-Prado will be serving up your favorite drinks from 5:30-7:30pm at Blu, The Pfister's 23rd Floor Cocktail Lounge, 424 East Wisconsin Ave. • Milwaukee, WI 53202.

* You do not need to attend to bid & win! If you are unable to attend, we will arrange pick up or delivery. If you live out-of-state, we will arrange shipping (shipping charges will be charged).

As a small non-profit college and Predominantly Black Institution (PBI), Edessa is the only four-year college in Wisconsin with minority leadership.

Edessa School of Fashion is a groundbreaking institution in Milwaukee, dedicated to preparing talented students from diverse backgrounds for successful careers in the global fashion industry. As the only four-year college in Wisconsin with minority leadership, and a 501(c)3 Non-Profit, Edessa emphasizes equity in fashion education, providing a supportive environment where traditionally under-represented students can thrive. Located in Milwaukee's vibrant Third Ward, Edessa offers specialized pre-professional training through two-degree programs with eight areas of concentration in apparel design and fashion marketing, complemented by mandatory internships for real-world experience. The school is led by visionary founder Lynne Dixon-Speller, an acclaimed apparel designer with over 30 years of experience in higher education, and President Jeffrey Speller, who brings extensive experience in engineering and senior management. Named in honor of Lynne's grandmother, Edessa Meek Dixon, the school continues her legacy of overcoming obstacles and inspiring excellence.

Hand-Crafted Olivine Necklace by Edessa School of Fashion Co-Founder & Dean, Lynne Dixon-Speller