Global Runway Experiences
My journey into the world of fashion began with a heartfelt mission to create a junior boys grass dance regalia for my sons for an upcoming powwow in Penticton, BC. Prior to attending fashion school, I worked at the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society for 7 years, where I took on various roles and ultimately served as the events coordinator.
The turning point came during a conversation with Lita the head kitchen staff about attending fashion school in Vancouver. She suggested, "Why go to Vancouver when you can attend the fashion school right here in Kelowna?" This advice led me to the website for the Centre for Arts and Technology's Fashion Design and Merchandising diploma program. After reviewing the course details, I booked a tour and contacted my band's education coordinator to begin the enrollment process for September 2010.
However, my excitement was short-lived. Just a few weeks into fashion school, I was diagnosed with active TB and had to undergo a month-long quarantine at home, taking numerous medications. It was a challenging time, made even more difficult when I learned that the entire college had to be tested for TB because of my case. Despite this embarrassing setback, I knew that resilience is a core strength of Indigenous peoples. I managed to catch up with my studies and continue alongside my peers.
Attending fashion school was far from easy, and there were moments when the workload felt overwhelming. I contemplated dropping out, but I persevered, driven by the desire to set a positive example for my children about the importance of seeing things through to the end. After months of hard work and even extending some projects, I proudly graduated with my peers in 2012, earning my Fashion Design and Merchandising diploma.
Since graduating the Center for Arts & Technology, Fashion Design and Merchandising program I have been on the following runways.
Couture Fashion Week
Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan, New York, NY, September 7, 2014.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=BH4z5Vx96aI
Jill Setah, who's originally from the Yunesit'in Government in Williams Lake, B.C., was invited to L.A. after showing one of her collections at Couture Fashion Week in New York City.
Style Fashion Week SS16
iconic W Hollywood October 2015
Sponsor by the John Norman Lindley Foundation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJjxyJuabIM&list=PLlujE73RTWsusaEiMQgquCfSx1nV16s_R&index=3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJjxyJuabIM&list=PLlujE73RTWsusaEiMQgquCfSx1nV16s_R&index=3
Oxford Fashion Studio
Paris, France Thursday September 28th, 2017
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bamPbE3Pnmo&list=PLlujE73RTWsusaEiMQgquCfSx1nV16s_R&index=6
Oxford Fashion Studios SS22
September 2021
Devonshire Square, Oxford Fashion Studio (OFS) presented 10 amazing designers from across the UK, USA, Australia, Canada and India to launch collections during London Fashion Week as part of OFS’s new emerging designer platform Emerge.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HI48Sl_RhwU&list=PLlujE73RTWsusaEiMQgquCfSx1nV16s_R&index=10
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
February 24th, 2023
Jill Setah was honored to be contacted via Instagram to be featured in the Night at the Museum: Gilded Glamour Charity Gala.
Our magnificent venue sets the perfect stage for an evening of opulence! We invite you to spend a magical night in lavish luxury at the illustrious Museum of Natural History, renowned for its stunning Victorian neo-Gothic architecture. Since its opening in 1860, it remains a spectacular landmark. This unique gala, the first of its kind at Oxford, commemorates the Oxford Guild’s 125th anniversary. Join us in celebrating the end of the Hilary Term in grand style!
Picture the scene: elegantly attired guests, glasses in hand, mingling at the wine reception, dressed to the nines in glamorous black tie and exquisite dresses. Guests will enjoy stunning photo backdrops and explore historic exhibits, with the museum’s intimate acoustics creating an electric atmosphere. Place settings are meticulously prepared for our wonderful entertainers, alongside delectable sweet treats and drinks. Revel in the museum’s incredible history, enjoy the background music, and dance the night away to brilliant DJs and live bands. The evening includes a wide array of activities—from games and a fashion show to a charity raffle/auction and more. Best of all, you won't need to pay extra for anything on the night (except for the charity raffle/auction), as tickets include all drinks and food!
The gala takes place on February 24, 2023, at the Museum of Natural History in Oxford, England, with proceeds benefiting the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the Prince’s Trust (the UK’s leading youth charity founded by King Charles III in 1976), and Young Minds (the UK’s leading charity championing the mental health and wellbeing of young people).
Expect an amazing night of entertainment!
Brilliant DJsFashion Show
Charity Raffle/Auction
Games
Live Bands
Dress Code: Black Tie with a hint of glamour
Polish your Oxfords, don your bow ties or dresses, dust off your masks, and prepare for a glorious celebration in an exciting venue. This event promises incredible value for money and unforgettable memories in a setting rich with history. Whether you’re a Prince Charming in impeccable black tie or the belle of the ball in a sweeping dress, the night guarantees delightful memories and abundant smiles. Come with friends, meet new people, and dance the night away, fueled by tasty sweet treats and unlimited drinks!
