Located in the heart of San Diego’s iconic Gaslamp Quarter, where gas lamp whimsy meets modern-day sophistication, an artistic revolution is brewing. On September 19, 2025, the Granger Hotel will host not just an audience but a movement. Frances Taylor, a name already echoing in fashion circles, presents EXXOTICA, a show where art, fashion, and femme-fueled fire unite in a one-night-only celebration of bold expression.
Guests of EXXOTICA will not be witnesses. They will be participants. They will step into a realm recreated by color, texture, sound, and essence. It will be the sort of night that redefines fashion shows. It will be refined. It will be untamed. And it will be unapologetically feminine.
The Vision Behind EXXOTICA
Frances Taylor is familiar with high fashion and high expectations. Her edgy, sophisticated styling introduced EXXOTICA as something more than a fashion show. It is an elegant experience designed to honor artistry in its strongest forms.
Her Fall 2025 Collection is revealed that evening, and already insiders are abuzz. Drawing inspiration from animal instincts and global silhouettes, the collection vacillates between sensuality and power. Consider sleek silhouettes, graphic textures, and surprise elements that immediately resonate with today’s woman who owns every room she steps into.
But Taylor isn’t working solo. Only the style isn’t what makes EXXOTICA unique. It’s the devoted, nearly all-female production team. Partners are the visionary Liese Victoria, who will direct the runway show, and partners like 2030 Vision Media and Portal Salon. The passion of these artists is tangible. Together, they are building something more than an event. They are building a statement.
An Experiential Nature of Sensory Experience
The moment visitors enter the doors of the Granger Hotel, they will be surrounded by a realm of sophistication and edge. The hotel, famous for its boutique luxury and vintage appeal, is the perfect setting for the evening’s exotic theme.
The evening is kicked off by live painting by the enchanting Lola Grant. Her canvas? The human body. Model and muse Ari Blanco, in particular, whose confident presence is the ideal foil to Lola’s dynamic brushstrokes. This live installation will be revealed to the guests, reminding them that the human body is a living work of art.
And then there is movement. Sound. Seduction. Ruby Diamond, the renowned burlesque artist of mesmerizing beauty, performs. Her act is not only delightful but empowering. In an arena of women empowering each other, her performance is a statement. There is power in beauty. There is power in performance.
Hair turns sculpture thanks to Portal Salon. Their cutting-edge creativity will style the models not only but finish telling the story behind every look. These are not typical hairstyles. They’re visual metaphors. They’re untamed. They’re bold. And they’re paramount to the narrative EXXOTICA is communicating.
Creating the Mood using Style and Sound
What is a fashion show without the ideal soundscape? That falls to DJ Kimmy, whose beats have headlined elite events from Los Angeles to Tulum. Her skill at marrying rhythm and emotion makes her the perfect architect for EXXOTICA’s mood. Each walk down the runway will be choreographed to a soundtrack that creates mood, movement, and momentum.
And naturally, all done with flair in the details. VIP attendees will have front-row seats and specially selected gift bags that tie in with this evening’s theme. Back in the Granger Hotel lobby, a cash bar will be dispensing signature cocktails that capture the exotic atmosphere. Whether sipping something spiced or something sparkling, all drinks will be part of the sensory experience.
Why This Night Matters
Far more than fashion or art, EXXOTICA is about voice and visibility. In an industry dominated for centuries by men, this event flips the script. With a staff that’s 99 percent female-led, it’s a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and courage on the part of women.
It also provides opportunities for future artists to get to know one another and a sophisticated audience. The audience it creates is intentional. The buzz it generates is lasting. If you are an artist, a collector, or simply someone who indulges in the magic of a beautifully designed evening, EXXOTICA has something unique to offer.
What to Expect at the Granger Hotel
Concealed within Gaslamp’s historic streets is the Granger Hotel, an experience in itself. Renowned for its modern take on old-school elegance, the hotel exudes understated sophistication. That makes it the ideal backdrop for a show that shatters convention. Cool, but not cold. Intimate, yet accessible. The hotel speaks to the essence of EXXOTICA in every way.
As fashion enthusiasts, collectors, and connoisseurs converge on this unique gathering, the Granger Hotel becomes more than a stage. It becomes a part of the story. And what a story it will be.
Last Thoughts on an Evening Like No Other. There are art shows. There are fashion shows. And then there is EXXOTICA. This is the sort of night you will be discussing at brunch the following morning. The sort you will be recalling each time you ever put on something bold. The sort that is bold. Sensual. And completely feminine in the very best way. So mark the date. Dress for the occasion. Go into the Granger Hotel and let yourself be swept away by the rhythm of art, the power of performance, and the unbeatable beauty of artistic liberty.
