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9/24/2019

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Annual Drive Out Hunger Golf Outing: Sports, Fashion and Charity in the Triangle

5/16/2019

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The warm, Spring weather coupled with a few light breezes could not have been more perfect for the annual “Drive Out Hunger” golf outing at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary. This event, which benefits Catholic Charities' food pantries, is sponsored by local businesses who support Catholic Charities' mission to provide service to people in need, to advocate for justice in social structures and to call the entire church and other people of good will to do the same.

Lisa Perkins, Executive Director of the Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh, appeared to be thoroughly enjoying the sunshine as well as her afternoon at the event and I was lucky enough to have a chat with her. Good vibes abound. She was very excited about the community response, as food insecurity is not something exclusive to any sect of RTP. This generous fundraiser will increase stock in 6 food pantries as well as a seventh opening in Durham.

Attendees Tom Wilson, Wilmington St. downtown Raleigh, sees the event as a blueprint that may give shelters the chance to offer improved care for the homeless; and, Terry Shackelton, Oak City Cares, adds "cheers" for making it happen!

This was actually my second visit to Prestonwood Country Club. My initial intro to the venue was during the SAS Championship where John Daly made his first appearance in Cary. Known primarily for his long drives on the golf course, this tourney actually left fans in awe of Daly’s fashion choices which included a hot pink polo donned with lime green patterned trousers made by American sportswear company Loudmouth Golf. See Daly’s SAS Championship fashion choice here: https://bit.ly/2VRE1QX #SportsFashion at its finest.

Speaking of sports, there sure wasn’t any shortage of Canes' fans out on this beautiful day among the 160 golfers who supported the event which raised nearly $50,000 to support the six Catholic Charities food pantries across central and eastern North Carolina. Sr. Ranger Frank Florentino in his 21st year as Senior Ranger at Prestonwood Country Club couldn't hide his excitement for how well the Canes have played this year. And according to Scotty McCreery, Raleigh is definitely a "hockey town." A raucous PNC Arena most certainly can attest to that!

All and all a wonderful, meaningful and inspirational afternoon!

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MIUCCIA PRADA TO BE HONOURED WITH THE OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AT THE FASHION AWARDS 2018 IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SWAROVSKI

11/26/2018

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26th NOVEMBER 2018

The British Fashion Council is delighted to announce that Miuccia Prada will receive the Outstanding Achievement Award at The Fashion Awards 2018 in partnership with Swarovski. Mrs. Prada will be honoured at this year’s ceremony on Monday 10th December at the Royal Albert Hall in London for her outstanding contribution to the global fashion industry.

The Outstanding Achievement Award celebrates the overwhelming creative contribution of an individual to the fashion industry, who throughout their illustrious career has constantly shaped and reshaped the fashi on world through their innovation and creativity.
Previous winners of the Outstanding Achievement Award include: Donatella Versace, Ralph Lauren, Karl Lagerfeld, Dame Anna Wintour OBE, Terry and Tricia Jones and Manolo Blahnik CBE to name only a few.

Stephanie Phair, Chairman British Fashion Council commented:
“Mrs. Prada’s intuition for the zeitgeist and her blending of multiple creative disciplines including fashion design, art and architecture since the beginning have made her a pioneering force in our industry. I am truly looking forward to celebrating Mrs. Prada’s outstanding contribution to the industry on the 10th of December."

Caroline Rush, CEO British Fashion Council commented:
“We are thrilled to be honouring Miuccia Prada with the Outstanding Ac hievement Award for being an incredible design maverick and for spearheading the evolution of the Prada group from a family business to a global brand. We look forward to celebrating with her on the 10th of December alongside industry family and friends.”

Nadja Swarovski, member of the Swarovski Executive Board commented:
“Miuccia Prada is unquestionably one of the most influential designers in fashion history. A true visionary, her dedication to fashion as an art form is endlessly inspirational. We are de
lighted to celebrate her remarkable achievements at this year’s Fashion Awards.”
The Fashion Awards is the main fundraiser for the British Fashion Council (BFC), a not for profit organisation focused on promoting excellence in British fashion and supporting the future pipeline of creative talent. As part of their continued and generous support of The Fashion Awards 2018, Swarovski has pledged a £300,000 donation to the BFC Education Foundation in advance of this year’s event. The BFC’s work is achieved through a range of charitable initiatives which focus on education, business and mentoring schemes that support talent from school level and emerging designers to fashion start-ups and established brands. In 2017, the BFC raised over £2.2 million for its charities and business support initiatives and in the twelve months to March 2018 has allocated £1.1 million in grants to designer businesses to support these efforts. Miuccia Prada has held the position of Lead Creative Director and Co-Chief Officer of the Italian fashion brand Prada for 40 years. Miuccia Prada took over the family business in 1978 and began work with Patrizio Bertelli, who pioneered the introduction of a new business model in the luxury industry, based on direct control of all processes, applying rigorous quality criteria through all stages of production. A business model that goes hand in hand with Miuccia Prada’s maverick creativity. The family business transformed from a small leather goods house into one of fashion’s ready to wear powerhouses. Initially with an understated industrial black nylon backpack that countered the idea of traditional, conservative luxury and onto a hugely successful ready-to-wear line for women, ‘a uniform for the slightly disenfranchised’.
Through her unconventional observation of society and her maverick ideas, Miuccia Prada defines a product culture based on a creativity that is in a constant state of evolution. A free
unconstrained process that enhances the DNA of each brand ensuring uniqueness and exclusivity. Miuccia Prada’s constant questioning and discussion of how to make a piece immune to trend for trend’s sake results in lasting pieces which reflect concept instead of trend and aspects of people, personalities and ideas.

Prada debuted their first catwalk in 1988 to critical acclaim and cemented Mrs. Prada as a key fashion player. Since then, the fashion house has showcased womenswear and menswear collections in over 100 catwalk shows. These collections led to iconic campaigns from the Italian house which originated in black and white and evolved to high contrast and colour in the 2000s and have always featured the biggest models of the moment;
Carla Bruni to Amber Valletta, Christy Turlington, Linda Evangelista and Naomi Campbell, all photographed by the best photographers including Steven Meisel, Glen Luchford, David Sims and Peter Lindbergh.

More recently Prada released their 365 campaign taking a new direction with several narratives intended to place the high-fashion designs in realistic environments as opposed to a more fantasised setting. The campaign depicts office life, city landscapes and beaches.
Mrs. Prada skilfully places design in the real world and the psyche of her consumer.

The Prada Group has evolved under her leadership to include Miu Miu - Miuccia Prada’s “other soul” - a brand with a provocative, nonchalant and sophisticated attitude; Church’s, leading traditional high-end men’s footwear manufacturer; Car Shoe, footwear brand known for its iconic studded rubber sole moccasin, and Marchesi 1824, historic pastry shop,
renowned for its exceptional contemporary interpretation of traditional specialties.

The conversation between fashion and art exhibition remains a focal point for Miuccia Prada and Patrizio Bertelli. Fondazione Prada was born in 1993 to organize and support
contemporary art exhibitions and several other cultural activities that collected international appreciation and recognition. In May 2011 the Fondazione Prada inaugurated
an exhibition space overlooking the Gran Canal in the Ca’ Corner della Regina palace in Venice, of which it also overseen the restoration. The permanent seat of the Fondazione Prada, inaugurated on May 2015, in a former industrial complex dating back to the 1910’s located in Largo Isarco, in Milan, has been transformed and re-envisioned by Rem Koolhaas occupying the 19,000 sq. m that host a vast program of exhibits and cultural events. In 2016, the Fondazione opened Osservatorio in Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II; a new space dedicated to contemporary photography. Miuccia Prada's pioneering approach also extends to architecture. She was one of the first designers to commission Pritzker Prize laureates Rem Koolhaas and Herzog & de Meuron to create Prada's "Epicentre" stores in New York, Tokyo and Los Angeles. Miuccia Prada’s achievements include the 2004 Internati
onal Award from the CFDA; in 2005 Time Magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world; in 2013, she won the inaugural International Designer of the Year award at the British Fashion Awards and the following year, the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York dedicated to her–together with Elsa Schiaparelli–its annual exhibition, titled Elsa Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations.

The generosity and commitment of our sponsors is more vital than ever. Please help us by acknowledging our Principal Sponsor SWAROVSKI for their support of The Fashion Awards 2018. Official Sponsors American Express, Bird in Hand, Digital Domain, Getty Images, Lavazza Coffee, Mercedes-Benz, Rosewood London and Slingsby Gin. General tickets are available via Ticketmaster
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ROWDY IN RALEIGH: HURRICANES BLAST MAPLE LEAFS ON THANKSGIVING EVE By Kelly Calhoun

11/22/2018

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Watch my footage of the final goal scored by the Canes!

The top-ranked Toronto Maple Leafs skated onto the ice at PNC Arena in Raleigh last night. Trevor van Riemsdyk of the Carolina Hurricanes was ready for their arrival and they were greeted with a lovely Holiday hello in the form of a puck through their net marking the first goal of the game in the middle of the first period. Carolina strikes first!

The Canes couldn’t help but think to themselves on the ice that their opponents were currently tied for the NHL lead in scoring with 31 points, but perhaps the Leafs were thinking twice about their chosen trade selection earlier in the year. Facing his former team as the goaltender for Carolina, Curtis McElhinney was reserved when answering pre-game questions from the reporters.

“At the end of the day, it’s a hockey game and as certain scenarios present themselves, good players take advantage of them,” said McElhinney who made 30 saves helping to send the Canes to a 5-2 victory on Thanksgiving Eve.

Carolina continued to dominate the first period with a two-goal lead and 29 shots on the net.

During the third period, Teuvo Teravainen assisted on a power-play goal made by Michael Ferland (and a broken stick for Sebastian Aho!) that put the Hurricanes ahead 3-1.

“W.” Our favorite letter of the alphabet here in Raleigh. “W”hat a great way to kick off the holiday season!

STATS

Fan attendance was over 12,000
Justin Williams became the 9th player in NHL history to score 100 goals and win the Stanley Cup with two franchises
The final shot total was 45-32 in favor of the Hurricanes setting a new Canes’ record
Carolina ranked as the second-least penalized team in the NHL
This was the first of three games between the two teams this season. The Maple Leafs return to Raleigh on Dec. 1 (see you there - ow!)

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Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show | Angels Among Us

11/18/2018

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“For every angel fluttering through the skies, there is a divine counterpart here on Earth.”
~ Angels in Our Midst

With a simple online search, you can delve into the extensive list of Angels mentioned in theology. Angels have always been a popular subject in very early art forms such as paintings and sculpture. The fascination with these celestial beings has no doubt translated into the modern Fashion industry which began with fashion houses run by designers in the 19th century. Shortly after the beginning of Fashion as an industry, a lovely lady named Jane Burden Morris who was a well-known muse of her time and model for many prominent English artists’ came to embody the Pre-Raphaelite ideal of beauty. With the use of her long hair and features made somewhat more androgynous, they created a prototype “Victorian Angel,” which would appear in paintings and stained glass windows. She ended up marrying the poet and English textile designer William Morris.

Roy and Gaye Raymond are another husband-and-wife team known in the world of fine art. The Raymond’s are known as the founders of the brand Victoria’s Secret. The hubs picked the name "Victoria" for the fashion label after Queen Victoria of the UK to associate with the refinement of the Victorian era. The “angels” came from his wife being in a sorority where their mascot was an angel. Adorbs!

On that note, here are my favorite looks from this years annual Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show (featured in Vogue Magazine) in NYC which ended its two-year trip abroad amidst the VS afterparty being shut down by midnight last year (WTH?!).

When feathers appear, Angels are near … Adriana Lima’s last VS Runway show!

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PRESS RELEASE: THE FASHION AWARDS 2018 IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SWAROVSKI CELEBRATE NEW WAVE: CREATIVES

10/21/2018

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Monday 15th October 2018
THE FASHION AWARDS 2018 IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SWAROVSKI
CELEBRATE NEW WAVE: CREATIVES

The British Fashion Council is delighted to announce that this year, for the first time, The Fashion Awards 2018 in partnership with Swarovski, will celebrate the global community of young creative talent by recognising 100 of the most innovative and inspiring young creative talents from around the world via a new element to the awards; NEW WAVE: Creatives.

The 2000 members of the international fashion community that make up the Fashion Awards Voting Panel, were asked to nominate those they believe to be the best young creative talent of today. Shining a light on this year’s emerging visionaries, NEW WAVE: Creatives will include trailblazers from image-makers, hair and makeup artists, set designers, creative directors, models, digital influencers and stylists. The final list will encompass 100 names and will include some of fashion’s most exciting and forward-thinking young professionals. The criteria was simply to vote for the most creative new wave of talent across creative disciplines in fashion.

NEW WAVE: Creatives will be celebrated at The Fashion Awards 2018 in partnership with Swarovski on Monday 10th December at the Royal Albert Hall but also during a series of satellite events leading up to the ceremony, in London, Shanghai and New York.
The Fashion Awards in partnership with Swarovski recognises creativity and innovation in fashion, celebrating exceptional brands, businesses and individuals whose imaginations and creativity have broken new ground globally. In the past 12 months, these innovators have transformed the possibilities of fashion today. NEW WAVE: Creatives highlights London’s position as an international hub and pays homage to the incredible success of both home-grown and international talent, while celebrating all those who play a vital role in the industry’s cultural and creative reputation.

Today, at an event at The Middle House Shanghai, Caroline Rush, Chief Executive British Fashion Council unveiled the first twenty names of the group and celebrated their achievements with key media, retailers, partners and industry professionals. More young creatives from the shortlist will be unveiled in London and New York over the coming weeks.

Ann Marie Harris of Swarovski with Carolina Rush of the BFC

Marco Bizzarri of Gucci, Anny Fan & Caroline Rush of the BFC

Martin Avertysian of Farfetch with Caroline Rush of the BFC

The first twenty names are: Anny Fan (digital influencer); Chu Wong (model); Fan Qiong (stylist); Fan Zhang (hair stylist); Fil Xiaobai (stylist); Jiali Zhao (model); Jin Jia Ji (photographer); Jing Wen (model); Jumbo Tsui (photographer); Leslie Zhang (photographer); Liang Hengyi (photographer); Luo Yang (photographer); Mia Kong (stylist); Tao Liang, Mr Bags (digital influencer); Ting Chen (model); Wen Zhi (hair stylist); Xin Miao (makeup artist); Yu Cong (photographer/art director); Zeng Wu (photographer); Ziqian Wang (photographer). Caroline Rush, BFC Chief Executive commented: “The Fashion Awards in partnership with Swarovski is a celebration of an incredibly diverse industry; through the event we aim to shine a light not only on designers but also on all of those who contribute to the creativity and innovation of our industry. We are delighted to be launching NEW WAVE: Creatives this year, to highlight and celebrate creatives from all around the world, to inspire new collaborations and to encourage an even younger generation to consider the many creative roles that make up the fashion industry and follow in their footsteps.”
The Fashion Awards in partnership with Swarovski is a fundraiser for the British Fashion Council, a not-for-profit organisation focused on promoting excellence in British fashion and supporting the future pipeline of creative talent. The BFC’s work is achieved through a range of charitable initiatives and education, business and mentoring schemes that support a pyramid of creatives from school level students, to emerging designers and future fashion start-ups, through to established designer businesses.

In 2017, The British Fashion Council raised over £2.2million for its charities and business support initiatives and in the twelve months to March 2018 has allocated £1.1million to further support these efforts. As part of its Education pillar, the BFC’s education initiatives are designed to secure the legacy of support for talented students at every stage, safeguarding the opportunity to further education regardless of financial situation.
Nominees and winners for The Fashion Awards 2018 in partnership with Swarovski are voted for by an international judging panel of over 2,000 key industry figures from all corners of the global fashion industry. A number of special recognition awards are also presented on the night and announced in advance, in recognition of the weight of the achievements they represent. Nominees for The Fashion Awards 2018 in partnership with Swarovski will be announced on Tuesday 23rd October.

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The British Fashion Council (BFC) was set up in 1983 to promote British fashion internationally and co-ordinate this promotion through fashion weeks, exhibitions and showcasing events. The BFC now supports designers beginning at college level and extending to talent identification, business support and showcasing schemes to help British designer businesses develop their profiles and business globally and promote British fashion and its influential role in Britain and London. The BFC Colleges Council offers support to students through its Foundation, BA and MA scholarships, links with industry through design competitions and Graduate Preview Day. Talent identification and business support schemes include BFC Fashion Film; BFC/GQ Designer Menswear Fund; BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund and NEWGEN which includes womenswear, menswear and accessories. The BFC supports Boden’s Future British initiative. The BFC also runs and owns charities including the BFC Fashion Arts Foundation, the BFC Fashion Trust and the BFC Education Foundation. Showcasing initiatives and events include London Fashion Week, London Fashion Week Men’s, LONDON show ROOMS, International Fashion Showcase, London Fashion Week Festival and the annual celebration of creativity and innovation in the fashion industry: The Fashion Awards.

Swarovski delivers a diverse portfolio of unmatched quality, craftsmanship, and creativity. Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and markets high-quality crystals, genuine gemstones and created stones as well as finished products such as jewelry, accessories and lighting. The Swarovski Crystal Business is run by the fifth generation of family members and has a global reach with approximately 2,800 stores in around 170 countries, more than 27,000 employees, and revenue of about 2.6 billion euros in 2016. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. In 2016, the Group generated revenue of about 3.37 billion euros and employed more than 32,000 people. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is an integral part of Swarovski’s heritage. The global Swarovski Waterschool education program has reached 461,000 children on the world’s greatest rivers, and the Swarovski Foundation, set up in 2013, works to support culture and creativity, promote wellbeing, and conserve natural resources to achieve positive social impact.

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FUTURE FORWARD FASHION IN LONDON By Kelly Calhoun

9/29/2018

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If you skim through the Business of Fashion’s annual report you can’t help but notice sustainability as THE core principle of the year. You can see this growing philosophy of Design emerging everywhere around you if you give yourself the time to stop, observe and listen. The British Fashion Council continues to boost its Positive Fashion initiative, self-proclaimed as: “a platform designed to celebrate industry best practice and encourage future business decisions to create positive change.”

As London continues to expand its global fashion presence with World class brands, it was exciting news to hear that the Vogue Designer Fashion Fund has renewed its partnership with JD.com, China’s largest retailer.

Fashion Collaboration at its very best!

London isn’t the only City that agrees with the social responsibility of fashion’s agenda, although some industry insiders will claim that out of the Big Four, London remains elevated when considering global fashion meccas.

Image courtesy @britishfashioncouncil

According to the BBC, “Not only is London the greatest, most dynamic city in the world, it’s never been better than it is now. Move over, New York.” (disclaimer: not my words! #iheartNY)

But who knows what the Future of Fashion holds. The BoF eloquently states, “The fashion industry is going through a seismic shift.” Enough said. I like to think of Fashion as the highest modern Art form. An experimental platform for gallant paragons to develop and share their most revolutionary ideas until those ideas take shape and trickle down into the common sphere of what is trending. And then people can buy those ideas. And look svelte wearing them!

You can do a simple search on Google and see that there is no shortage of comparisons over which city is the winner of the fashion capital of the 21st century. However, perhaps what we should be focusing on is the omnichannel as an entire industry shifts to provide a premium shopping experience for its upwardly mobile customers.

That being said, let us move on to the more important details of the Big Four Fashion Weeks. The FASHION...

Here are my 5 favorite upcoming trends shown at the Fashion Weeks this past month. Be on the lookout for them in 2019!

Colour Harmonies and the coin pendant necklace (see image).
A return to sensuality and sophistication. Mother of Pearl’s well-executed Collection was drawn upon references from her childhood in the North of England and was inspired by the strength and femininity of the women who surrounded her. How perfectly au courant.

Love: Cherishing the Life Force of Color in Design by Pantone
MODEL | KELLY CALHOUN
JEWELRY DESIGN | FEATHER AND STONE

3. The sustainability initiative. This year marked the introduction of digital passes at London Fashion Week, reducing paper and plastic waste from all future events. As an environmental advocate myself, I began the first paper recycling program at my High School which is still in place to this day. So needless to say, this “trend” is definitely a step in the right direction for everything and everyone.

4. Embracing change in digital fashion. From what I have seen, it seems to be Germany who has a single-pointed focus on the application of digital technology in its many forms for the production and consumption of fashion apparel and services. Is it tech? Is it fashion? Time will tell.

5. Fringe and nothing but (ethical) furry bags and shoes. Need I say more?

I will finish this article with two quotes meant to uplift and inspire, which is what fashion does in my life every single day.

“And in time of politic division, when border seem to be closing, it is important that we celebrate what can unite."
~ The British Fashion Council, 2018

“Come together right now,
Over me”
~ The Beatles, 1969

Let’s make 2019 one for the books!

XOXO,
Kelly

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SUMTER'S FIRST FASHION WEEK

8/30/2018

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“Sumter’s Initiation into Fashion” began last Wednesday, on August the 22nd with a Who's Who of Sumter's Celebrity Kickoff event and ran until Saturday, August 25th with 2 runway shows. There was also a meet and greet with the models and designers.

Sumter Fashion Week is quite the talk of the town at the moment. You can hear fashion week details on both 100.1 The Beat, WNOK radio in Columbia and on Hot 103.9.

Things are heating up in South Carolina. This past weekend marked the inauguration of a beautiful and stylish week that will take place in Sumter, South Carolina. For those who have not been lucky enough to spend some time here, the locals will tell you how the city and county of Sumter bear the name of General Thomas Sumter, also known as, the "Fighting Gamecock." And speaking of the South Carolina Gamecocks, the football team happens to take on Coastal Carolina for their season opener this Saturday. Sports and fashion, a match made in Heaven.

Donna Bellah, native of Sumter SC and owner of Bellah Modeling Agency and I posing for a photo at the model casting call for Sumter Fashion Week.

This is what Sumter Fashion Week promised, “Sumter Fashion Week will be engineering the global fashion experience and attracting industry influencers with a passport to arts, culture, fashion, and entertainment. Fashion is more than just the clothes, it is a movement, a feeling, and an expression.” Their promise was fulfilled.

As a side note, when all of you Gamecock fans are watching Saturday’s game, just remember where your name came from.

Sports and Fashion. A match made on (and off) the field.

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Latonya Franklin of MoodSwing Magazine had this to say, “I think that this will be the start of a fabulous thing for Sumter.”

The final night of fashion week began at the historic O’donnell house. The two story Italianate design home, touched by renowned architect Frank Pierce Milburn, and its picturesque decor worked as the perfect backdrop for the evening of runway shows.

Sumter Fashion Week featured on WACH FOX NEWS

SUMTER FASHION WEEK
GLAMOUR | RUNWAY | STYLE | FAME
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VIP FASHION SUMMERING... QUEEN CITY STYLE

8/3/2018

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Just the other weekend I was lucky enough to be Guest Listed for the private Press and Media Event for the kick-off of Charlotte Fashion Week. The party was hosted in the historic Uptown neighborhood (near the Bank of America Stadium - Go Panthers!) on the top floor at The Vue, the tallest residential building in the state. Although the line to get into the party stretched from the lobby all the way around the outside of the building when I arrived, the concierge did a wonderful job of escorting all of the guests up to the 50th floor in a relaxed manner. When I first approached the building, I was in awe at the luxurious surroundings as a few well-dressed ladies passed by swiftly, their heels clanking on the concrete while I overheard one of the ladies say to the others, “they had to deny us entry since it was a private party - we will have to be prepared for this the next time!”

As I exited the elevator and entered the event space, I was greeted by some familiar faces and other soon-to-be familiar faces. I stopped to take a selfie at the “ARE YOU THE NEXT TOP MODEL?” sign that was as tall as I was before moseying my way into the backstage area where the hair and makeup artists were controlling the chaos of BTS model prep.

After I said my introductions and snapped a few photos at one of the press walls, I could hear the recognizable throbbing beat of Calvin Harris with Rhianna crooning, “Baby, this is what you came for / Lightning strikes every time she moves / And everybody's watching her / but she's looking at you” - one of my all-time favorite songs when modeling on the runway!

As I danced my way through the crowd outside I noticed a plethora of friendly-looking guests of the party mingling, swimming and dancing by the rooftop pool. Everyone was having a fabulous time! My main priority was to get a good seat for the Summer Seen Fashion Show for swimsuit and resort wear. So I scoped out the seen and ended up in this lovely cabana in the shade next to a stylishly dressed quaintrelle rocking the most beautiful shade of bubblegum-pink lipstick. Her name was Danielle and she was a HUGE fan of the city, and this was her third weekend traveling to Charlotte from NYC. We became great friends.

Being able to relax with a Summer-themed cocktail created by SOCIAL HOUSE VODKA while watching runway shows from a poolside cabana featuring the latest Summer trends was simply an afternoon delight.

Click on the following video link to see some of my favorite Looks from the show:

https://instagram.com/p/BmB0ztGHXiQ/

This was THE FASHION EVENT to be at this Summer in Charlotte!
BIG THANKS to Rita Miles and Charlotte Seen for making my weekend.
Can’t wait until next year ~

XOXO,
K

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COLUMBIA FASHION WEEK 2018

7/2/2018

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As I am sure many other fashion enthusiasts in the Southeast will agree, it was a fun-filled and glamorous week had by many at this years annual Fashion Week in Columbia, South Carolina. The event was created for people from all ages and walks of life and the party just keeps on getting bigger and bigger each year! This years event kicked off with an invite-only VIP Press Party hosted downtown at the fabulous Styled by Nadia. Featuring exclusive fashion pieces which are hand-selected by Nadia herself, I have to say that she has impeccable style. I wanted to buy EVERYTHING - and I almost did!

We had a lovely time exploring her boutique in the heart of downtown Columbia on Lady Street as they gave their guests the star treatment with the red carpet lining the entryway. Nadia herself was just as sweet as she is fashionable. In the words of her brand, “Naida has a passion for helping women feel and look their best, regardless of budget.” Oh, and they also serve wine on Thursdays, so be sure and plan a visit soon.

You could say that Nadia and I definitely see “eye to eye” where Southern fashion is concerned. Neither of us took our sunglasses off the whole time!

#twinning

It was also a pleasure catching up with Carolina Eye Candy’s Ivonne C. while we were getting to know Alicia Zeigler, the creator of #ColaFashionWeek. Everyone enjoyed munching on these custom Columbia Fashion Week cookies - so cute!

Sponsors of Fashion Week include Columbia Metropolitan Magazine, Jaguar Land Rover of Columbia, Whole Foods and WNOK 104.7. We went through the awesome items donated by sponsors in the gift bags that were given out to all of the attendees and chatted about using the generous promo by Carolina Eye Candy. If you are looking for a consultation with the go-to authority on eyelash enhancements and extensions in South Carolina, this is your place.
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Ivonne of Carolina Eye Candy, Alicia the creator of Columbia Fashion Week, and I at Styled by Nadia

After scooping up my media pass for the week, a camera crew from News 19 WLTX walked in to cover the event. Tuesday’s festivities included a pop up shop hosted by WLTX’s own Television Producer, Roshanda Pratt. Friday featured the 8th annual Beautiful People Party - a who's who event of the most stylish citizens of Columbia.

I was proud to say that I knew one the winners of the Most Stylish in Columbia Awards, Miss Donna Anderson, owner of Bellah Modeling Agency. Donna and I got to know each other well a few months ago while we were both helping with a runway show in Charleston, South Carolina that was produced by Gina Roberts, creator of Brooke Wilder Atelier and Off Runway Events. This show featured some of the top designers in the industry who have dressed the likes of Gisele Bündchen and Miley Cyrus.

Donna - winner of Columbia’s most stylish person award. IMAGE COURTESY: @prettyperfectdonna

COLUMBIA FASHION WEEK: Southern Fashion at its finest. See y’all next year!

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