Behind the Mask: The Women Lighting Up the Masquerade Art Affair
- shalondawright26
- Oct 9
- 2 min read
There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when women walk with purpose.
On October 26, 2025, at Ray Event Studio, that magic will come alive beneath velvet masks and golden light as Gracious Jean Co. presents the Mask and Mystery Masquerade Art Show.
This night isn’t just a runway — it’s a declaration. Each model stepping onto that stage represents artistry, individuality, and the raw beauty of transformation. The masquerade theme invites us to ask a question: Who are we when no one knows our name? The answer, it seems, is pure confidence.
The Faces of Fire and Grace
This year’s model lineup reflects the diversity, creativity, and strength pulsing through Detroit’s artistic heartbeat.
The Faces of Fire and Grace
This year’s model lineup reflects the diversity, creativity, and strength pulsing through Detroit’s artistic heartbeat.
J. Jahy Smith (@persuade2play) brings intensity and quiet power to every frame — a muse in motion who commands attention without saying a word.
Ashlie (@prettyashhbee) embodies sultry elegance, her poses dripping with the kind of confidence that only experience can teach.
Aisha (@___b.b.e.queen) turns every runway into her playground, glowing in gold and grounded in self-love.
Jaliyah (@devineroyal_bl) is the spark of spontaneity — playful, fearless, and full of Detroit charm.
Butterfly (@butterflymarsinc) fuses gothic mystique with divine femininity, proving that art isn’t confined to the canvas.
Chey (@lashay.chey) reigns in her crimson crown, the definition of regal softness.
Moonbeam (@moonbeam_xo) brings cinematic flair — mysterious, moody, and magnetic.
Abbey Clements (@abs.archives) closes the circle with modern glam — poised between fashion, film, and fantasy.
Ky (@itsonly1makaiya_) radiates natural beauty and light — a reminder that authenticity is the ultimate elegance. With a smile that fills the room and a presence that feels effortless, Ky’s charm adds warmth and youth to the Masquerade stage.
Together, these women don’t just model garments; they model courage, creativity, and community.
Art, Fashion, and Legacy
The Masquerade Art Affair is more than an event — it’s part of a legacy being woven through the creative soul of Detroit. Founded by Jean Gray, the visionary behind Gracious Jean Co., this show merges fashion, performance, and philanthropy. Proceeds help fund scholarships for young dreamers writing letters to their future selves — because art, after all, is a bridge to tomorrow.
As the lights dim and the music swells, the crowd won’t just see fashion. They’ll see stories. Every walk, every glance, every mask reveals a truth: behind every woman’s mystique is a muse who has earned her spotlight.
Join the Experience
📍 Ray Event Studio
📅 October 26, 2025 | 6–11 PM
🎟️ Tickets available now at GraciousJean.co or Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mystery-mask-a-masquerade-art-affair-tickets-1397660964569?aff=oddtdtcreator
👗 Formal attire | Masks required
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