For Brian, fashion transcends the seams and stitches—it is freedom personified. Freedom to tell stories, rewrite norms, and redefine identity on their own terms. This journey began at the age of 13, when their hands first guided fabric and thread into something entirely new. In that instant, fashion became more than craft; it became language, art, and a tool for transformation.

Emolsa Haasacha is a New York City based Ugandan fashionista/stylist, artist and model. Born and bred in Uganda, a developing country at odds with gender fluidity and where gender expressions is considered an anomaly. A boiling  desire to  break free from all society’s stereotypes was the foundation for his quest to championing change and visibility in his community.

Gottmik headlined ICONIQA 3 and it was a MOOD. Join us next on Sunday December 3rd for ICONIQA 4 with TAYCE (Drag Race UK) + MARINA (Drag Race Spain). The theme is BODY + SKIN.

ICONIQA: A Bold Celebration of Queer Creativity and Culture

ICONIQA is more than an event—it’s an electrifying experience where art, fashion, music, and community collide. Designed to celebrate and elevate queer culture, ICONIQA serves as a vibrant platform that showcases the boundless creativity of LGBTQ+ talent, both local and global.

From cutting-edge fashion shows featuring queer designers to awe-inspiring performances across drag, dance, vogue, aerial acts, boylesque, and beyond, ICONIQA redefines traditional event experiences with a flair for the extraordinary. Attendees can immerse themselves in a high-energy lewk contest judged by industry icons, a dance floor pulsing with beats from top DJs, and interactive spaces designed to connect, inspire, and celebrate community.

Every corner of ICONIQA is a visual spectacle, meticulously crafted to dazzle—from breathtaking set designs to Instagram-worthy photo ops. With exclusive meet-and-greets with internationally renowned headliners and the opportunity to engage with bold, authentic storytelling, ICONIQA is an unforgettable night of celebration, connection, and empowerment.

Join us for ICONIQA, where diversity is not just embraced—it’s celebrated in every moment, every performance, and every lewk. This is the future of queer culture, and you’re invited to be part of it.

Check out photos from the LEWK + RUNWAY contest at our last ICONIQA. Want to compete? Be one of the first 50 humans to sign up for the contest upon arrival with Victoria Banks. You must be a themed lewk to enter. The category is BODY + SKIN.

ICONIQA: A Bold Celebration of Queer Creativity and Culture

ICONIQA is more than an event—it’s an electrifying experience where art, fashion, music, and community collide. Designed to celebrate and elevate queer culture, ICONIQA serves as a vibrant platform that showcases the boundless creativity of LGBTQ+ talent, both local and global.

From cutting-edge fashion shows featuring queer designers to awe-inspiring performances across drag, dance, vogue, aerial acts, boylesque, and beyond, ICONIQA redefines traditional event experiences with a flair for the extraordinary. Attendees can immerse themselves in a high-energy lewk contest judged by industry icons, a dance floor pulsing with beats from top DJs, and interactive spaces designed to connect, inspire, and celebrate community.

Every corner of ICONIQA is a visual spectacle, meticulously crafted to dazzle—from breathtaking set designs to Instagram-worthy photo ops. With exclusive meet-and-greets with internationally renowned headliners and the opportunity to engage with bold, authentic storytelling, ICONIQA is an unforgettable night of celebration, connection, and empowerment.

Join us for ICONIQA, where diversity is not just embraced—it’s celebrated in every moment, every performance, and every lewk. This is the future of queer culture, and you’re invited to be part of it.

Black cat showcased their collexion at ICONIQA and the crowd was living for the lewks. Check out photos from the show.

ICONIQA: A Bold Celebration of Queer Creativity and Culture

ICONIQA is more than an event—it’s an electrifying experience where art, fashion, music, and community collide. Designed to celebrate and elevate queer culture, ICONIQA serves as a vibrant platform that showcases the boundless creativity of LGBTQ+ talent, both local and global.

From cutting-edge fashion shows featuring queer designers to awe-inspiring performances across drag, dance, vogue, aerial acts, boylesque, and beyond, ICONIQA redefines traditional event experiences with a flair for the extraordinary. Attendees can immerse themselves in a high-energy lewk contest judged by industry icons, a dance floor pulsing with beats from top DJs, and interactive spaces designed to connect, inspire, and celebrate community.

Every corner of ICONIQA is a visual spectacle, meticulously crafted to dazzle—from breathtaking set designs to Instagram-worthy photo ops. With exclusive meet-and-greets with internationally renowned headliners and the opportunity to engage with bold, authentic storytelling, ICONIQA is an unforgettable night of celebration, connection, and empowerment.

Join us for ICONIQA, where diversity is not just embraced—it’s celebrated in every moment, every performance, and every lewk. This is the future of queer culture, and you’re invited to be part of it.

ICONIQA: A Bold Celebration of Queer Creativity and Culture

ICONIQA is more than an event—it’s an electrifying experience where art, fashion, music, and community collide. Designed to celebrate and elevate queer culture, ICONIQA serves as a vibrant platform that showcases the boundless creativity of LGBTQ+ talent, both local and global.

From cutting-edge fashion shows featuring queer designers to awe-inspiring performances across drag, dance, vogue, aerial acts, boylesque, and beyond, ICONIQA redefines traditional event experiences with a flair for the extraordinary. Attendees can immerse themselves in a high-energy lewk contest judged by industry icons, a dance floor pulsing with beats from top DJs, and interactive spaces designed to connect, inspire, and celebrate community.

Every corner of ICONIQA is a visual spectacle, meticulously crafted to dazzle—from breathtaking set designs to Instagram-worthy photo ops. With exclusive meet-and-greets with internationally renowned headliners and the opportunity to engage with bold, authentic storytelling, ICONIQA is an unforgettable night of celebration, connection, and empowerment.

Join us for ICONIQA, where diversity is not just embraced—it’s celebrated in every moment, every performance, and every lewk. This is the future of queer culture, and you’re invited to be part of it.