Fashion Focus 2010
The Art of Fashion 2010 Recap
The event featured designers Elda de la Ros, Lauren Lein, Borris Powell, Kirk James, Lara Miller, and Paul Sisti. It also showcased emerging talents Hector-Javier MonArrez, Fraley Le, and Lydia Wawrzyniak.
These designers showcased their best pieces from their Spring 2011 collections. All the collections were very impressive and unique to the aesthetics of each designer.
Lara Miller
Kirk James
Paul Sisti
Lauren Lein
Lauren Lein
Borris Powell
Borris Powell
Elda de la Rosa
Elda de la Rosa
Hector-Javier MonArrez
Lydia Wawrzyniak
Lydia Wawrzyniak
Fraley Le
Borris Powell Recap
On Wednesday Borris Powell debuted his Spring 2011 collection at the Drake with a runway show titled “The Life of Two Fairies,” and it was magical!
The Drake created the perfect garden setting with a fountain and huge floral arrangement around which the models walked. It really felt like you were in a whimsical fairy land. The collection included a variety of short and long dresses and coats. While some pieces, including the coats, were very structured, majority of the collection was flowy and fanciful. The color pallet included green, yellow, pink, and a variety of floral prints.
The one thing we expect most from Powell is his attention to detail. No detail was spared in presenting this collection. From the setting to the pointy ears the models wore, this collection could not have been more complete or better presented. It was simply fantastic!
Photo by Christopher Free
Photo by Christopher Free
Photo by Christopher Free
Photo by Christopher Free
Photo by Christopher Free
Photo by Christopher Free
Photo by Christopher Free
Photo by Christopher Free
Mario Tricoci Recap
Mario Tricoci revealed the winner of his third annual modeling competition Wednesday night at the Fashion Focus, Mario, Make me a Model and Wave of Fashion event in Millennium park. The event was filled with a preview of Chicago’s biggest names in fashion.
Calvin Tran
Calvin Tran used simple and asymmetrical lines in various jersey and chiffon fabrics coinciding together. Hair was pulled back and teased for volume, with a braid detail across the front.
White cotton asymmetrical tunic with black chiffon
Paprika Kandinsky Print Wool Cowl neck tunic
Zamrie
Encompassed bell jackets and skirts with shoulder details on blouses made of chiffon and cottons.
Nina vest in denim, Ashley Tank, white shorts
Wesley top in denim, white pant
Jermikko
Jermikko brought to the runway coats in various fabrics, from wool, to taffeta to satin.
Periwinkle boiled wool peplum coat
Dorsia
Men’s fashion consisting of casual wear in Capri’s, light weight jackets and men’s suit jackets with shorts in gray’s and light blue colors.
Spencer blue striped Henley with olive cargo pants
Reddoll
Reddoll was the favorite of the night with short and long length chiffon dresses, and pendulum blazers in red and gray’s that would make any women feel beautiful.
Red silk chiffon Rosette min dress
Black wool peplum jacket with red lining, black cigarette pant
Contestants Maurisha Goffer for Zamrie, Ted Acis for Dorsha, Briana Smith for Reddoll, Jennifer Ashton Phillips for Jermikko, and Colleen Kloster for Calvin Tran
Mario Tricoci announcing the winner
Briana Smith for Reddoll-Winner for Mario’s make me a model
Fashion Focus 2010
Chicago Fashion Week is just around the corner! Here is a detailed list of all the events.
Monday
- Horacio Nieto – Rescheduled to November 8th
Tuesday
- Fashioning Desire: Chicago Fashion Photographers Reception
When: 6pm
Where: City Gallery at Water Tower (806 N. Michigan Ave.)
Tickets: FREE
- Macy’s presents the Chicago Fashion Incubator Designers Past & Present with CS Magazine
When: 7:30pm
Where: Millennium Park, Chase Promenade Central (201 E. Randolph St.)
Tickets: SOLD OUT, but a limited number may be available at the door on the night of the event
Wednesday
- Love Where You Live 15th Annual Charity Event
When: 10am – 10pm
Where: Bloomingdale’s (900 N. Michigan Ave.)
Tickets: $10; call 312.440.4460 or 312.324.7500 for ticket information
- Mario Make Me a Model
When: 7:30pm
Where: Millennium Park, Chase Promenade Central (201 E. Randolph St.)
Tickets: SOLD OUT
- Borris Powell’s Life of Two Fairies Runway Show
When: 9pm
Where: The Drake Hotel, Palmer Room (140 E. Walton Pl.0
Tickets: $40 for seated; $15 for standing room. Tickets available at www.borrispowell.com.
Thursday
- The Chicago Fabric and Trim Show
When: 9am-4pm
Where: Merchandise Mart Conference Center Pedway, 2nd floor (350 N. Orleans St.)
Tickets: FREE; to RSVP (required), click here.
- Love Where You Live 15th Annual Charity Event
When: 10am – 10pm
Where: Bloomingdale’s (900 N. Michigan Ave.)
Tickets: $10; call 312.440.4460 or 312.324.7500 for ticket information
- Studio-808 Accessory Style Lounge
When: 3pm-6pm
Where: Hard Rock Hotel Chicago, Lounge Bar (230 N. Michigan Ave.)
Tickets: FREE; to RSVP (required), email events@studio-808.com.
- Dress Code
When: 7pm
Where: Millennium Park, Chase Promenade Central (201 E. Randolph St.)
Tickets: General admission $25; students $10. Click here to purchase tickets.
- Make A Statement: Design for a Cure
When: 9pm
Where: River East Art Center (435 E. Illinois St.)
Tickets: General admission $50; for ticket information, click here.
Friday
- The Chicago Fabric and Trim Show
When: 9am-4pm
Where: Merchandise Mart Conference Center Pedway, 2nd floor (350 N. Orleans St.)
Tickets: FREE; to RSVP (required), click here.
- Alice Berry Show
When:3pm-6pm
Where: Alice Berry Studio (1820 W. Cortland St.)
Tickets: FREE
- StyleChicago.com presents the Art of Fashion 2010
When: 7:30pm
Where: Millennium Park, Chase Promenade Central (201 E. Randolph St.)
Tickets: General admission $35; VIP seating $95. Click here for tickets.
Saturday
- Modern Vintage Chicago
When: 10am-5pm
Where: Plumbers Hall (1340 W. Washington St.)
Tickets: $10; for tickets, click here.
- Fashion Chicago presented by StyleChicago.com
When: 10am-6pm
Where: Millennium Park, Chase Promenade Central (201 E. Randolph St.)
Tickets: FREE
- Elise Bergman Fall Trunk Show
When: 11am-7pm
Where: Elise Bergman Studio at Roslyn (2035 N. Damen Ave.)
Tickets: FREE
- le Dress: The City of Big Style Sale
When: 11am-6pm
Where: le Dress (1741 W. Division St.)
Tickets: FREE
Sunday
- Education Day hosted by the Mayor’s Fashion Council
When: 10am-3pm
Where: Chicago Cultural Center (78 E. Washington St.)
Tickets: FREE click here to RSVP.
- Modern Vintage Chicago
When: 10am-5pm
Where: Plumbers Hall (1340 W. Washington St.)
Tickets: $10; for tickets, click here.
- Sexy & Sustainable
When: 4:30pm
Where: Mercedes-Benz of Chicago (1520 W. North Ave.)
Tickets: VIP seating $75; general admission $35; tickets available at www.VertCouture.tv
Click here for more information.
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