08/08/2026
Round of applause for our models!!!
These photos might not tell the whole story, but these people certainly do.
✨ Olivia made her runway debut... and now she's completely insufferable. We couldn't be prouder. As a true minimalist, she's one of our worst customers and one of the planet's very best advocates. 💚
✨ Stephanie has been cheering us on since Nine Lives was just a yard sale. A true reuse champion, it was a delight to see her walk for both Nine Lives and Repair Lair.
✨ Hayley also made her runway debut! We met through the shop, and every year her birthday clothing swap helps keep great clothing in our community.
✨ Heather is one of our neighborhood regulars, always snagging the coolest pieces. (Yes... we're still thinking about the green suede fringe jacket.)
✨ Lacey is our runway veteran, and one of the biggest fans of her Nine Lives looks. Her all-time favorite? Last year's green sequin dress with leopard tights. Cheetah Girls forever.
✨ Maryann has been part of the Nine Lives family for years. She sold lemonade at our yard sales, anchored our very first fundraiser fashion show, and even lost a tooth at a fashion show we attended. Watching her grow up alongside Nine Lives is so FUN!
And finally, our darling .archive. Thank you for making every model feel beautiful, confident, and seen—and for secretly tucking flowers into every look. We didn't even realize until everyone walked backstage. Such a thoughtful surprise, and SO Shelby.
Thank you all for trusting us with your time, laughter, and confidence.
📸 Thank you to for capturing these moments, and thank you to for creating a runway that celebrates creativity, sustainability, and community. We were honored to be part of it. 💚
