Kristy Edison, founder of House of Proper, and Emalee Denson, a rising senior at Randolph High School, receiving the Fundraising Queen award on July 28, 2025. Photo taken by Tresjure Cross Mills.
This past weekend, the San Antonio community gathered in vibrant unity to celebrate heritage, youth, and high fashion at the Miss Juneteenth Pageant Presents: Planting the Seeds Fashion Show. Hosted by etiquette coach and founder of House of Proper, Kristy Edison, the event was a colorful testament to creativity, confidence, and culture.
Dupe Adedeji, owner of Tudis African Boutique on July 28, 2025. Photo taken by Tresjure Cross Mills.
The show featured a dynamic lineup of designers, but one name that truly stood out was Dupe Adedeji, owner of Tudis African Boutique. Her designs were a radiant display of modern African fashion, dazzling the audience with bold Ankara prints and elegant silhouettes.
“The fabric I use is called Ankara — it’s 100% cotton,” Dupe shared, adding that her designs are “very versatile, so you can dress them up or down for any occasion.”
Tudis African Boutique, which has been open for eight years, also hosted a pop-up shop at the venue featuring custom one-of-a-kind garments, statement gold and silver jewelry, and a full glam makeup experience. “Beautiful, vibrant, and versatile” perfectly describe both the brand and the woman behind it. When asked about her favorite part of the show, Dupe smiled and said, “The people. Everyone was just so nice.”
Other featured designers included Out of Africa, Quin COCO’s Closet, Royce Couture Dresses, Modern Man, and SKO each bringing a unique flair ranging from cultural to formal wear.
Miss Juneteenth Pageant on July 28, 2025. Photo taken by Tresjure Cross Mills.
Whether it was street chic or regal elegance, the runway reflected the diverse beauty of Black fashion and identity.
The audience was filled with proud parents, mentors, and community supporters, all cheering on the incredible group of children and teens who modeled with poise and pride. The room radiated joy, encouragement, and unity — a true celebration of heritage and hope.
Members of the community gather at the Miss Juneteenth Pageant 2025. Photo taken by Tresjure Cross Mills.
This event didn’t just showcase fashion — it planted seeds of self-expression, cultural pride, and youth empowerment.
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