What began as a groundbreaking runway concept has now stepped into the cinematic spotlight. On the opening night of New York Fashion Week, ELYSIAN Impact hosted the New York City premiere of Catwalk Furbaby 2 at Sony Hall in Times Square. The documentary traces the evolution of Karen Floyd’s visionary event, one that has quickly become one of Fashion Week’s most original intersections of couture, creativity, and philanthropy.
Guests gathered on the red carpet before the lights dimmed for the first public screening of the film. Inside, the story unfolded of designers, models, rescue animals, and charitable partners coming together to prove that fashion can be more than a spectacle—it can be a force for good. With Floyd at the helm, Catwalk Furbaby has grown from a daring runway idea into a philanthropic platform, raising awareness and funding for causes ranging from animal rescue to women’s empowerment.
The film spotlights the work of organizations such as NYC Second Chance Rescue, New York Women’s Foundation, Animal Ashram, Center for Family Services Palm Beach County (Old Bags Luncheon), Silverstein Dream Foundation, Rescue Dogs Rock NYC, Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation, and The ROOT Brands. By weaving their missions into the fabric of Fashion Week, the documentary underscores how style and service can coexist on the world’s most glamorous stage.
The premiere also drew a distinguished guest list, with appearances from Karen Floyd, Dr. Christina Rahm, Thomas Canestraro, Michele Ashkin, Lisa Blanco, Roberta Ashkin, Alexander Montesantos, Rachel Donohue, and Chrissy Joi. Their presence echoed the community of leaders, creatives, and philanthropists who have rallied behind Catwalk Furbaby’s unique vision.
Beyond the film, the evening celebrated the ethos of ELYSIAN, a luxury lifestyle brand founded by Floyd and dedicated to empowering women through storytelling, mentorship, and philanthropy. Since its inception, ELYSIAN Impact has contributed more than $17 million to initiatives benefiting women, children, animals, service, and the environment—proving that glamour and generosity are not mutually exclusive but mutually reinforcing.
With Catwalk Furbaby 2, ELYSIAN has once again redefined what it means to make fashion matter, showing the world that the runway can inspire change as well as awe.
