Biography

Self described as driven, determined, dedicated , and debonair Demerius Tanksley is a native of the Memphis area and has been involved in fashion since the year 2012. He has modeled in shows both big and small and has participated in numerous collaborations in the MidSouth area.  

He has been an integral part of  his alma mater’s, the University of Memphis,  annual BSA fashion show having held various positions within the event.  His responsibilities have  included  modeling, coaching, coordainting, and managing the event in 2012, 2013, 2015, and 2017. In the year 2015 the event, then themed “On the Run”  was hailed as one of the best fashion shows the University of Memphis has produced to date.

A proud member of the Magnificent Xi Zeta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. He coordinated the 1st annual Sundress and Linen fashion show in 2014 and since then has coordinated and hosted the annual event.

In 2019 Tanksley created his IVCE brand.