Peterborough Fashion Week kicked off Sunday with a 12-hour challenge.

Dawn To Dusk Fashion Photography Challenge and Exhibition had teams working from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. to create a Vogue-worthy print.

Teams were made up of photographers, designers, stylists, makeup artists, models, and hairstylists.

Photos will be displayed at the front of Dolcé Vita throughout the week, with the public able to cast their vote for their favourite image.

The winning team is announced Friday at the Strutt 4 Kids Fashion Show.

Fashion Week is a celebration of the city's fashion scene and its influence on the community.

The volunteer-run week is filled with events highlighting local artists and retailers connected to the industry.

On Monday night, there's Fashion, Wine and Cheese at Dolcé Vita from 6 to 8 p.m. for $15.

Dawn to Dusk photos will be unveiled, while guests nibble on imported Italian cheeses.

Social media events are happening Tuesday and Thursday and include a Twitter Chat and Instagram Contest. To connect, use the hashtag #PTBOFW2015

Never Too Old to Strutt is at Summit Terrace Wednesday afternoon. Models over 65 are strutting the catwalk in local winter fashions.

And Strutt 4 Kids Fashion Show takes place at Market Hall Friday night.

The show begins at 8 p.m., but there's a VIP hour from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

General admission is $50 per person and VIP tickets are $75.

After the show, there's the Strutt 4 Kids after party at One Eighty Hunter Street.

Proceeds from week's events benefit Five Counties Children's Centre, a treatment centre serving Peterborough, City of Kawartha Lakes, Northumberland and Haliburton Counties.

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