Charleston Fashion Week 2013

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under the tents in marion square Featured retailer JLINSNIDER shows its fall collection at CFW 2012.

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For more CFW online, visit CharlestonFashionWeek.com.

14 Front Row

Meet the industry elite, designers, and celebrities on our Fashion Panel of judges

17 Emerging Designer Competition: East

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Get to know the 20 aspiring fashion designers vying for the EDC:E 2013 title, then pick your faves as ticket-holders select nightly People’s Choice Award winners

31 Runway Shows

Preview the season’s hottest fashions from local boutiques and the Fall 2013 collections of our featured designers

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Welcome / Meet the CFW Team

10 Show Schedule / Map / Ticket Info 12 Haute Stuff: the Spring Bridal Show,

the new CFW Video Confessional,

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46 Rock the Runway Model Competition 48 Model Panel of judges 50 Next Top Cocktail Winners

Ayoka Lucas

Reese Moore

David Angel

The CFW bloggers have the scoop on all the fashionable goings-on under the tents. Visit CharlestonFashionWeek.com to get an insider’s view of the process with style director Ayoka Lucas’ daily Behind the Style vlog. Get a Backstage Pass with Reese Moore—including exclusive looks at the models, hair and makeup artists, designers, and runway styles. And be sure to dress to impress, as photographer David Angel shoots our Street Styles, capturing all the fashion-forward people in Marion Square.

53 Style Lounge: The Pre-Party Begins 57 Belk Pop-Up Boutique 59 Restaurant Guide 62 A Look Back

Be a Fashion Week Insider CharlestonFashionWeek.com Check in every morning during CFW 2013 and get the inside info from the previous night’s shows via videos, blogs, and photo galleries galore.

Plus! Watch Ayoka Lucas’ vlog, follow the Emerging Designer Competition: East, order tickets, and more. facebook.com/ CharlestonFashionWeek

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elcome to the 2013 Baker Motor Company Charleston Fashion Week® (CFW), and for those of you from out of town, welcome to Charleston!

It has been quite a year for both Charleston and CFW. The city has continued to garner international recognition—from being selected as Condé Nast Traveler’s “Top City in the World” to being voted “Second Best-Dressed City” by Travel + Leisure to hosting the 2012 PGA Golf Championship, as well as expanded Spoleto, Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, and Charleston Wine + Food festivals. We live in a special place, and a particular congratulations goes to Helen Hill and her team at the Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau for their work.

Regarding CFW, we are now in our seventh year and continue to grow the event to highlight Charleston’s fashion community and become a pathway to New York for aspiring talent across the East Coast. We are proud of the success stories—designers and models who have passed through CFW onto bigger things in the fashion world. In addition, if we can judge CFW by the caliber of the featured designers and industry leaders attending this year (see page 14 in this program), we have had a fantastic year. We are thrilled to have these fashion stars at CFW 2013.

As you can imagine, it takes a host of people and talents to put on a show like this. CFW started with a conversation between myself and our style director, Ayoka Lucas, eight years ago, and it has grown to become something very special. On the opposing page are 16 people key to this enormous event—all are amazingly talented and hard-working. Another beauty of living in Charleston is the caliber of people who live right here, and this is nearly a 100% Charlestonbased effort! Thank you to all of these leaders and their teams.

Finally, I want to thank our sponsors, that make this all possible. Starting with Baker Motor Company as title sponsor, which we view as a perfect fit in terms of quality and cutting-edge design; Belk; smartwater; BenefitFocus; and the many, many more—thank you. Please look through this program and our website for the full list of sponsors and use their products and services. And a special thanks goes to our charity partners, MUSC Children’s Hospital and Darkness to Light, and the wonderful work they do in the community.

Last but not least, have a great time and strut your stuff! Anyone who knows me knows that I’m not going to win a fashion contest, but most of you in the audience certainly could.

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Jacqueline Lawrence Runway Director

Todd St. Onge Technical Director

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Anne McGowan Public Relations GulfStream Communications

Tim McManus Video Producer PDA Video

Heather Barrie Event Designer Gathering Floral + Event Design

Ayoka Lucas STYLE Director GulfStream Communications

Misty Lister Marketing Director GulfStream Communications

Michelle Wood Model Coach

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Rebecca Gosnell Volunteer Coordinator Gosnell & Company

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Melissa Bigner Keith Bradshaw Scott Carpenter Tara Dunn Della MacNichols Victoria Mele Rob Mills Matthew Morgenstern Joe Quinn Brandon Robertson Maddie Strawn Greer Thompson Mary Ruth Tribble Brandis Woods Anna Zevenhuizen

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n Serena da Conceição n Lulu Long { BREAK }

n Megan Huntz n Karen Hulse { BREAK }

n Hyemin Cho n Clarissa Arocena & Bryan Datinguinoo n Cassidy Elizabeth- Mae Brown

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Featured Designer: ■ Johnson Hartig,

Emerging Designer People’s Choice Winner & Finalist Announced!

Participants: n Art Institute of Charleston n Charleston Stitch n Cos Bar of Charleston n CottonSnaps/Bourbon & Boweties n Grace Adele n Paul Mitchell, the School Charleston n The Shops at Charleston Place n smartwater n Stella & Dot n Tanger Outlets n Three Sheets to the Wind

n Mary Katherine Schweitzer n Siobhan Murphy Featured Designer: ■ K. Cooper Ray,

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Five nights of fashion and one day dedicated to bridal—your ticket gets you into the runway shows, The Belk Tent, and The Shops at Charleston Place Style Lounge for shopping, cocktails, music, and more

Participants: n Art Institute of Charleston n Charleston Stitch n Cos Bar of Charleston n CottonSnaps/Bourbon & Boweties n KopiOus Jewelry Collection n Nicholas Lane Jewelry n Oleander n The Shops at Charleston Place n smartwater n Stella & Dot n Tanger Outlets n Theodosia

Circle of Champions Luncheon & Fashion Show Wednesday, March 20th, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Don’t miss the Circle of Champions Luncheon & Fashion Show under the main tent at Marion Square. This annual event, sponsored by Baker Motor Company and benefitting MUSC Children’s Hospital, offers up runway shows presented

by Belk and Pearl of Mount Pleasant and a delicious lunch from Halls Chophouse.

For ticket information, contact Wanda Bazemore at bazemore@musc.edu.

Rock the Runway™ Winner Announced!

Emerging Designer People’s Choice Winner & Finalist Announced! { Style Lounge & Bar Open til 11 p.m. } Participants: n Art Institute of Charleston n Charleston Stitch n Cos Bar of Charleston n CottonSnaps/Bourbon & Boweties n Keaton Sanders n REEDS Jewelers n Royal Peasantry Design House n The Shops at Charleston Place n smartwater n Stella & Dot n Sweet Charleston Designs n Tanger Outlets

/// Doors Open Complimentary Cocktails n LWD Couture n ONE LOVE, Suite 33, Treats for Tresses, Birdsong Designs, Fresh Stitch Emerging Bridal Design Winner: Brooke Ray { BREAK }

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Participants: ■ B. Gourmet Catering ■ Bakehouse ■ Brackish Bow Ties ■ Cos Bar of Charleston ■ Gathering Floral + Event Design­ ■ Good Food Catering ■ Hamby Catering ■ mac & murphy ■ REEDS Jewelers ■ The Shops at Charleston Place ■ smartwater ■ Stella & Dot

EMERGING DESIGNER COMPETITION: EAST n Emerging Designer Finalist #1 n Emerging Designer Finalist #2 n Emerging Designer Finalist #3 n Emerging Designer Finalist #4 { BREAK } Featured Designer: ■ Christian Siriano

Emerging Designer People’s Choice Winner Announced!

Emerging Designer: East Winner Announced!

{ Style Lounge & Bar Open til 11 p.m. } Participants: n Art Institute of Charleston n Charleston Stitch n Citrine Swim n Cos Bar of Charleston n CottonSnaps/Bourbon & Boweties n Keaton Sanders n REEDS Jewelers n Royal Peasantry Design House n The Shops at Charleston Place n Silpada Jewelry n smartwater n Tanger Outlets

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All seating under the tents at Baker Motor Company Charleston Fashion Week® will be reserved.

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Fashion Insider Front Row Seat Nightly Front Row ticket includes luxurious chair and one complimentary drink, PLUS admission to The Belk Tent and The Shops at Charleston Place Style Lounge for the preparty, DJ entertainment, and shopping with our jewelry and accessory retailers. Don’t forget to visit the Cos Bar touch-up station for some pre-show primping and makeup freshening.

Tues.-Wednesday: $95 per night Thursday: $100 Friday: $175 Saturday Finale: $195

Many thanks to Darkness to Light and Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Children’s Hospital for their support. Learn more about these invaluable local institutions and get involved:

Daily À La Carte Tickets Individual ticket for nightly Runway Shows includes admission to The Belk Tent and The Shops at Charleston Place Style Lounge for the pre-party, DJ entertainment, cash bar, PLUS shopping with our jewelry and accessory retailers. Don’t forget to visit the experts at the Cos Bar touch-up station for some pre-show primping and makeup freshening.

Tues.-Thursday: $35-$75 per night Friday: $75-$150 Saturday: $80-$175

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harleston Fashion Week is turning into Charleston Fashion Month— at least at the Art Institute of Charleston (Ai). To celebrate the launch of its Fashion Design program in January, the school has a month’s worth of sartorial events planned. On March 1, Ai hosts a runway show featuring Project Runway’s Rafael Cox along with CFW alums Ashley Reid, Vatrika Vikram, and Julie Wheat.

Then, on March 5, the national exhibition of the annual Cool vs. Cruel competition’s winning designs will be on display. The fur-free campaign of the Art Institute and the Humane Society includes a faux fur over black chiffon creation by Evelyn Thompson (pictured above), an Ai Charleston student who won second place last fall.

As CFW ramps up, Ai will be under the tents in full force. On opening night, Thompson and her winning dress will be at the Ai booth in the Style Lounge, and the school’s new president, Newton Myvett, will hit the runway Wednesday to welcome the crowd.

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Every night under the tents in Marion Square, attendees can share their two cents on favorite designers, great fashion moments, and even how long it took to get ready, then Grit blogger/host/crowd-wrangler Hunter Boone will edit and post the videos to CharlestonGrit.com the very next day. Get ready for your close-up, Charleston!

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Throughout the week, Style Lounge-goers can visit the Ai booth to learn more about the Fashion Design program, which aims to enroll 200 students within a year, as well as the Fashion and Retail Management program. “We believe it’s important to nurture the significant talent in town,” says Myvett. “Ai Charleston is proud to become a leading educator in fashion in Charleston and the surrounding area.”

Finally, for Saturday night’s after-party, Ai students will create a runway show incorporating recycled materials into sexy headdresses and body pieces. Sounds like a spicy end to a hot month of local fashion! For more info, visit artinstitutes.edu/charleston.

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he nights of CFW may be the realm of ready-to-wear, but Saturday is ruled by fine white gowns. This year’s Charleston Weddings Magazine Spring Bridal Show, presented by Gathering Floral + Event Design on March 23, welcomes featured designer Anne Barge, a luminary in the wedding world since the ’90s, when her first boutique was acquired by Kleinfeld Bridal. From there, she became a buyer for Saks Fifth Avenue bridal salons; served as managing director of London’s Virgin Bride; signed on as the licensee for Badgley Mischka; and most recently launched The Anne Barge Collection. Her work has been lauded in The New York Times, Brides, and Martha Stewart Weddings, among others.

Joining Barge under the tents is another bridal favorite, Modern Trousseau’s Callie Tein, who promises to debut several 2014 looks and a handful of Charlestonexclusive designs.

The show, now in its sixth year, is always the first of CFW events to sell out.

Tickets are $45 for general admission and $55 for firstand second-row seats. For more information, visit Charleston SpringBridal Show.com.

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Ashanti Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter, actor, and author Lives: Long Island, NY Résumé: Charted number one on Billboard’s Top 200 and R&B charts; sold most albums by debut female artist. CEO of her own record label, Written Entertainment.

Starred in Coach Carter, John Tucker Must Die, and Resident Evil. Currently starring as Latasha in Lifetime’s Army Wives.

Accolades: Tied The Beatles with three simultaneous chart entries in top 10 Billboard Hot 100, becoming a Guinness Book of World Records holder.

Peter Davis Editor-in-chief of SCENE magazine Lives: New York, NY Résumé: Graduated from Bennington College; covered the club scene for Paper magazine; became editor-in-chief of “Manhattan’s society bible,” Avenue magazine, before launching elite lifestyle magazine SCENE in March 2012.

Accolades: Lauded by the blog Guest of a Guest as “quite possibly the most well-liked gentleman making the party rounds these days.”

ARLENE GOLDSTEIN Vice president of Trend Merchandising & Fashion Direction for Belk, Inc. Lives: Charlotte, NC Résumé: Served as director of Special Events and later as fashion director of Parisian. Promoted to VP of Trend Merchandising for Saks, Inc.; VP at Belk, Inc., where she leads the special events department and is instrumental in maintaining Belk’s image as a leader in the retail industry. Also serves as a regular style contributor for The Huffington Post.

Johnson Hartig Fashion designer Lives: Los Angeles, CA Résumé: Launched his eponymous collection in 2000; co-founded Libertine in 2001, collaborated with Target in 2007 as well as Converse and Goyard in 2009.

Press: Vogue, ELLE, Teen Vogue, Luxe, Nylon, Harper’s Bazaar, Image, W, GQ, Domino, and Vanity Fair, among many others Accolades: Finalist CFDA / Vogue Fashion Fund Award (2004)

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Antonio Azzuolo Fashion designer Lives: New York, NY Résumé: Studied apparel design at Ryerson University; worked at Hermés, Kenzo, and Galeries Lafayette in Paris; joined Ralph Lauren in 2006 as design director for Ralph Lauren Purple and Black labels; launched his custom, hand-tailored collection, a.a. antonio azzuolo, in 2008.

Awards: First place at the Festival des Jeunes Stylistes de Hyères; finalist for the CFDA / Vogue Fashion Fund award(2011); nominated for The CFDA Swarovski Menswear Designer of The Year Award (2012).

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FERN MALLIS Creator of New York Fashion Week & host of Sirius XM’s Fashion Insiders with Fern Mallis Lives: New York, NY Résumé: Executive director of Council of Fashion Designers of America from 1991 to 2001; senior VP of IMG Fashion, leading new Fashion Weeks in Miami, Los Angeles, Berlin, and Moscow; founder of FERN FINDS: globally inspired jewelry line with HSN; president of international fashion and design consultancy Fern Mallis, LLC.

SARAH PARROTT Fashion designer Lives: Marietta, GA Résumé: Semifinalist for CFW 2011 Emerging Designer Competition: East, winning People’s Choice award on Tuesday night; competed on season one of NBC’s Fashion Star in 2012 and was the only contestant to sell to H&M the first five episodes; head designer of Bow & Drape.

Press: Rolling Stone, InStyle, Women's Health, Refinery29, E! News, and Chelsea Lately

NIKKI POULOS Fashion designer Lives: Delray Beach, FL Résumé: Created her nikki poulos label and nikki poulos swim in 2008; competed on season one of NBC’s Fashion Star; has shown her collections at Charleston Fashion Week, Miami Swim Week, and Austin Fashion Week.

Press: Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, ELLE, Lucky, and Fitness

Cynthia Rowley Fashion designer Lives: New York, NY Résumé: Graduated the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where she launched her first collection; moved to New York and established The Cynthia Rowley Collection; expanded line to include menswear, accessories, shapewear, and wetsuits.

Awards: CFDA’s Perry Ellis Award for Womenswear Design Talent; CFDA nomination for the Perry Ellis Award for New Menswear Design Talent

CATOR SPARKS Editor-in-chief of TheManual.com Lives: Harlem and Charleston Résumé: Attended the College of Charleston and the American College in London, graduating with honors in Fashion Marketing; writes for 1stdibs.com, ELLE Décor, T Magazine, and The Huffington Post.

Press: Has been featured in Ike Ude’s Style File, The Daily Telegraph, Stylelikeu.com, and in Bill Cunningham’s section of The New York Times.

Brandon Sun Fashion designer Lives: New York, NY Résumé: Graduated from Parsons School of Design; interned at Jeffrey Chow and Calvin Klein; worked for J.Mendel and Oscar de la Renta, where he became design director of the fur division; in 2012 he presented a full collection of readyto-wear and fur coats during NY Mercedes Benz Fashion Week.

Awards: Won Parsons’ coveted “Designer of the Year” and Gold Thimble.

Robert Verdi Lifestyle Expert Lives: New York, NY Résumé: Graduated from New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology; developed jewelry featured in Barneys, Bendel’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bergdorf Goodman; fashion reporter for Gay Entertainment Television; launched sunglasses line for HSN in 2012.

Appearances: Had cameos in The September Issue and The Devil Wears Prada.

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CHRISTIAN SIRIANO Fashion Designer Lives: New York, NY Résumé: Studied fashion in London, where he interned with Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen; at age 27, Siriano just completed his 10th ready-to-wear collection presented in Paris and New York.

Press: Vogue, ELLE, Marie Claire, and InStyle Accolades: Has dressed celebrities including Sarah Jessica Parker, Emily Blunt, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Victoria Beckham, and more.

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The designer with the most votes will win the evening’s People’s Choice Award and $250.

SATURDAY, March 23 / FASHION FINALE The finalists from each night compete for the Grand Prize before our Fashion Panel of judges (see page 14).

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Extras at charlestonmag.com.

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Victoria Cid On Her Fall 2013 Collection: t explores the patterns, shapes, and amazing colors that can be found in nature, transforming them into modern silhouettes and intriguing patterns. Fabrics with different textures mix to add originality and details, and I plan to include leathers, taffeta, and lighter chiffon in some pieces. Though edgy and unique, my designs are also easy to wear, with barely any closures or intricate shapes to affect the comfort of the wearer.

I On Her Fall 2013 Collection: his sculptural collection represents the unwinding of time and history through the innovative use of zippers. Made of fabrics such as silk, broadcloth, and leather, these edgy garments boast a contemporary yet classy aesthetic.

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Age: 20 Lives: Raleigh, NC Designs: Men’s & women’s ready-to-wear Label: Jazsalyn Education: Pursuing BS in fashion and textile management at North Carolina State University Recognition: Belk Southern Designer Showcase winner (2012), N.C. State University’s Fashion Week winner (2012) Influences: The peculiar universe we dwell in Personal Style: A reflection of the ethereal energy between Earth and the enchanting universe

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“Rather than create merely utilitarian garments, I want to stimulate intrinsic energy within the fashion industry to inspire consumers.”

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On Her Fall 2013 Collection: uring my recent travels to the U.K., it became evident that the post-9/11 United States possesses a stronger sense of tension among cultures than other parts of the world. Inspired to create a collection derived from this anxiety, my designs merge the elegant drapes found in Middle Eastern clothing with sculptural shapes seen in historical knights’ armor.

Juxtaposing the delicate and brave, quiet and bold, hard and soft through a variety of leathers, jersey knits, silk crepes, linens, and georgettes, I unveil how the misunderstood hide behind a wall of protection.

“When combined, my designs comprise an interesting runway look; when dissected, they become individual wearable pieces.”

Age: 23 Lives: Social Circle, GA Designs: Street-style women’s wear Label: Šemík Education: BFA in fashion at Savannah College of Art and Design Influences: 20thcentury art, architecture, street fashion, Christian Dior, Gareth Pugh, Helmut Lang, and Marc Jacobs Personal Style: Feminine and elegant, yet edgy and progressive Web: deartaco.tumblr.com

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Age: 27 Lives: Savannah, GA Designs: Women’s ready-to-wear Label: k.barron Education: BFA in fashion at Savannah College of Art and Design Influences: The intangible impulse I feel when sketching, reading, daydreaming, observing, and exploring, as well as Ralph Rucci Personal Style: A little preppy, a little classic, nothing fancy. I just stick to the basics. web: facebook.com/ katherineelizabethbarron

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On Her Fall 2013 Collection: y love of lingerie can be seen in my fall collection, which is feminine but not girly. Using silk double georgette, leather, Alençon lace, cotton tulle, wool crepe, and silk taffeta, I create pieces for powerful and competitive businesswomen who are not afraid to be sexy in the office or after hours. I want to bring sex back into a woman’s wardrobe in an unapologetic way.

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On Her Fall 2013 Collection: want to bring back the emotion, talent, and beauty that is lacking in fashion right now, so this collection began as retaliation against digital prints and loud colors. With the magnolia blossom as inspiration, I cut all-white garments to mimic the petal shape and allowed texture to dictate my fabrics, which include cashmere coating, six-ply silk crepe, hemp, silk charmeuse, and bamboo rayon fleece. Turning the collection into a canvas, I bring each garment to life with hand painting and beading.

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Hyemin Cho

On Her Fall 2013 Collection: have reached deep into my family roots for this collection, creating garments with equestrian, military, and mod-rock styling from unexpected fabrics like tea-stained gauze, faux fur, leather, and suede. I plan to layer these pieces, which are set apart by custom embroidery and detailing, in unpredictable ways, cleverly pairing them with hats, boots, and other accessories.

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On Her Fall 2013 Collection: hrough a broadening of materials, my collection presents the possibilities that Korean designs can contribute to the originality and identity of a culture. Guided by elements of Korean tradition— specifically its architectural lattice patterns, ink and wash paintings, and roof tiles—I focus on the details of a garment, laser-cutting leather, quilting wool, and handpainting silk using a classic brush touch technique. The simple and clean silhouettes also recall the styles of the 1960s with straight H-line forms.

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Age: 42 Lives: Seabrook Island Designs: Children’s wear Label: Willow Education: BFA in Art/Fashion/ Interior/Architecture at University of Texas Influences: Designers from Ralph Lauren to Vera Wang, as well as art—the creation of soft strokes with hard edges Personal Style: A juxtaposition between soft and hard

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“Gaining inspiration from the earth, the sky, or even a crumpled piece of paper, my collection will reflect a tranquil but tough expression.”

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“With this collection, I am seeking to use Korean culture to engage international markets.”

Age: 30 Lives: New York, NY DESIGNS: Women’s ready-to-wear Label: Hyemin Cho Education: MFA in fashion design at Savannah College of Art and Design Influences: Architecture, traditional Korean culture, street fashion, Christopher Kane, Marni, Holly Fulton, Anna Sofie Madsen, and Charles Mackintosh Personal Style: Modern, minimalist, creative, and handmade WEB: hyemincho.com

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Cassidy Clarissa ElizabethArocena & Mae Brown Bryan Datinguinoo

On Her Fall 2013 Collection: lending the energy and vibrancy of Afrobeat music with traditional African tribal beauty enhancement practices, my “Tribal Royale” collection celebrates bold colors and prints, voluminous forms, and figure-enhancing details. Expect leather alongside organza, chiffon, and georgette, as well as exquisite traditional African laces. I’ve manipulated several of the fabrics with dye to gain the hues I want as well as using marble wrapping and sublimation printing effects.

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“We want the quality, tailoring, and craft to be the focus of each piece, but we also want to create a story that lures the audience.”

Age: 22 Lives: Melbourne, FL Designs: Contemporary women’s wear Label: Elizabeth Mae Designs Education: BFA in fashion design at Savannah College of Art and Design Influences: The simple beauties from day-to-day life; travel; and the dances, food, music, art, and customs of different cultures Personal Style: Ever-changing Web: wix.com/ cbrown43/elizabeth

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On Their Fall 2013 Collection: rawn to photographs of child laborers, with their oversized wool jackets and tattered looks, we gathered inspiration from the Industrial Revolution’s working class. Our designs clean up and modernize the image of the blue-collar factory worker, lending a menswear twist to the modern woman’s style. To give the collection an industrial edge laced with the rustic charm of the period, we selected warm wools, lightweight chambrays, soft silks, and airy cotton voiles.

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Wednesday, March 20

Megan Huntz

On Her Fall 2013 Collection: ach of my dresses tells a story, emotionally connecting the wearer.

Simple shapes bring out the female form, and staining, over-dyeing, and distressing enriches the luxurious fabrics. The pieces in this collection—inspired by the physicality of color to background—capture a moment, a brushstroke, or a splash that can never be repeated in exactly the same way. Expect a Rothko, a de Kooning, a Kline. The concept is dictated by the drama on the canvas, its rectangular shape and minimal structure, its passage between creator and collector.

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On Her Fall 2013 Collection: Girl Scouting past meets my present station on the concrete trails of NYC in this fresh collection. The designs gain inspiration from camping and the outdoors—with interesting necklines to keep the face warm and oversize pockets referencing safari outfits—while remaining tailored and appropriate for city life. Surprise details like lambskin trim, long-pile faux fur, and woven raffia give this presentation a whimsical Where the Wild Things Are feel. I’m also planning a custom print using mapped images of my favorite areas in the Blue Ridge Mountains and Florida Everglades.

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Age: 35 Lives: Atlanta, GA Designs: Contemporary women’s wear Label: Megan Huntz Dresses Education: MA in fashion design at Domus Academy (Milan, Italy), BA in industrial design at Pratt Institute Influences: Storytelling, eccentric and artistic women, a warm landscape, and abstract expressionism Personal Style: Classicism with an artistic point of view Web: meganhuntz.com

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“In times when a lot of everything is readily available, my dresses are wearable yet noteworthy, not trendy yet highly contemporary, exclusive yet accessible, sensible but far from boring.”

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“Clothes can allow someone to be an explorer, a weekender in the Hamptons, a scuba diver, or whatever you want in that moment in time.”

Age: 29 Lives: Rego Park, NY Designs: Contemporary women’s wear Label: Go. See. Do. Education: BFAs in fashion design and in photography at Savannah College of Art and Design Influences: Travel, the Art Deco period, nature, artists of the early 1900s, photographs, Proenza Schouler, J. Crew, Dries Van Noten, Celine, Prada, Victor and Rolf, and the Beatles Personal Style: Minimalist and modern with classic silhouettes WEB: letsgoseedo.com

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Age: 25 Lives: Atlanta, GA Designs: Contemporary women’s wear Label: Monisha Pillai Education: BFA in fashion design at Savannah College of Art and Design-Atlanta Influences: Architecture, BMW’s Vision EfficientDynamics concept car, French café and bossa nova music, Iris Van Herpen’s experimental fabrics and techniques, and Valentino couture Personal Style: Architectural WEB: monishapillai.com

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Age: 27 Lives: Atlanta, GA Designs: Menswear Label: Oberima Afriyie Education: Self-taught Recognition: PERONI Style Atlanta Best Emerging Designer (2012) Influences: Ozwald Boateng, Ralph Lauren, and day-to-day life Personal Style: Fashion-forward with influences from the past and notoriously tall hair WEB: oberimaafriyie.com

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On Her Fall 2013 Collection: am very much attracted to shapes, and most of my inspiration comes from architectural pieces. For this collection, I looked to architect Zaha Hadid’s Kartal Pendik Masterplan, a vision for a new urban center in Istanbul that includes a three-dimensional organic grid structure. My designs, which look avant-garde, represent the harmonization of shapes from her presentation. Expect lots of French seaming, bold patterns, and neutrals.

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On His Fall 2013 Collection: believe the menswear of the 18th and 19th centuries presented a gentleman at his best, and I intend to modernize that period’s styles through cut, construction, and attention to fine detail. Inspired by Ghanian-born British designer Ozwald Boateng’s use of color and refined cuts, I’ve been tailoring apparel since I was in my early teens in West Africa, de-constructing and re-styling garments to set my look apart.

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On Her Fall 2013 Collection: fter living, working, and traveling around Europe and South Asia, I decided to be my own muse and create sleek separates that truly represent who I am as a person and a designer. The resulting collection, “Culture Club,” honors my African and American heritage with a unique blend of mix-and-match patterns, classic tailoring, and contemporary silhouettes. In addition to beautiful Dutch wax and African prints, latticed overlays bring texture and dimension to the designs. I always aim to strike a balance between playful and sophisticated without sacrificing commercial appeal to provide women with bold statement pieces that mix well with their wardrobe.

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Age: 32 Lives: Atlanta, GA Designs: Women’s ready-to-wear Label: EXPATRIATE Education: MA in fashion design at Savannah College of Art and Design, BA in economics at University of Georgia Influences: Fine tailoring and art, as well as the places, people, and cultures I’ve seen while traveling internationally Personal Style: A little bohemian, a little sartorial, but definitely loaded with cultural references WEB: expatriateclothing.com

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Mary Katherine Schweitzer

On Her Fall 2013 Collection: s a recent transplant to New York, I am hyper aware of the constant evolution of the city’s space according to time, weather, social events, elevation (first floor versus 26th), and unexpected pockets of nature. Even more complex is how people function, interact, and dress in the changing space. I ask: How will urban space look 100 years from now? How do people fit in that space? Fusing urban space with the future, my collection manipulates neoprene to act like other fabrics through pleating, fringing, and cutouts. The geometric silhouettes and colorblocked shapes have an aerodynamic, sporty feel that achieve something otherworldly.

A “I spent time working in London just off Savile Row and developed a love for fine menswear, so many of my designs have a more structured, tailored feel.”

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“For me, designing is an ‘eyes wide open’ and ‘into the future’ endeavor.”

Age: 26 Lives: Manhattan, NY Designs: Contemporary women’s wear Label: Mary Katherine Schweitzer Education: MA in fashion at Savannah College of Art and Design, BA in English and studio art at Nebraska Wesleyan University Influences: Modern/spatial art, geometric shapes, urban space, and electronic music Personal Style: Futuristic, experimental Web: marykatherine schweitzer.com

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Hope Wallace On Her Fall 2013 Collection: nspired by the dramatic silhouettes, cooler nautical pant styles, and interesting day dress seaming from the 1930s, my designs mimic the geometric lines characteristic of the Art Deco period. This collection pieces divergent fabrics like leather, brushed twill, denim, sateen, georgette, and washed silk, creating a contrast between matte and shiny, heavy and light. Look for bold, graphic pieces that play with proportion yet maintain a feminine sensibility.

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“I love to design in black and white, eliminating color to push the graphic concept.”

Age: 34 Lives: Savannah, GA Designs: Swim/resort wear Label: Hope Wallace Education: BA in fashion merchandising at Howard University; MFA in fashion design at Savannah College of Art and Design Influences: Pop art, silhouettes from the ’60s and ’70s, the sexy feminine figure, Tom Ford, Dsquared, Moschino, and Marc Jacobs Personal Style: Simple, clever, with a bit of whimsy WEB: hope-wallace.com

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“By combining vintage sensibilities, modern silhouettes, and a tutu or two, I hope to present looks people find exciting, whimsical, and timelessly chic.”

On Her Fall 2013 Collection: elieving you can never be too old to play dress up, I resurrect the eccentric style that emerges from the practice. My pieces mimic the textures found in a little girl’s sartorial arsenal and offer a nearly schizophrenic array of styles.

Classic silhouettes reminiscent of the 1950s and ’60s can be seen in brocade suits with sharply tailored jackets and cigarette pants, pencil skirts with lace-collared crepe de chine blouses, and box peplum cocktail dresses. The sharp lines of the garments are then met with tousled tulle tutus, French lace, and netting to bring dramatic volume and contrast.

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Age: 26 Lives: Brooklyn, NY Designs: Women’s ready-to-wear Label: ReTulled by Siobhan Education: BA in Arts Management at College of Charleston Influences: The first wave of couturier designers, Madeleine Vionnet’s creative use of tulle, Balenciaga, Charles James, LaCroix’s outrageous combinations of texture and silhouette, and Alexander McQueen’s romantic and haunting designs, as well as architecture, culture, and the road less traveled Personal Style: Creative with levity and playfulness Web: retulledtutus.com

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Kendra Duplantier On Her Fall 2013 Collection: n an era of austere gender roles, the idea of the androgynous woman inspires an effortlessly chic pairing of timeless ultrafeminine silhouettes and modern bold shapes. My designs introduce a new take on tailored menswear through a juxtaposition of coquettish details and clean accentuating lines, as well as an exploration of textures such as angora cashmere, croc-embossed leather, and washed silk. Watch for a bold mix of luxe fabrics painted in vivid hues to complement the harmony between femme and homme.

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Age: 23 Lives: Brooklyn, NY Designs: Women’s ready-to-wear Label: Kendra Duplantier Education: BFA in fashion at Savannah College of Art and Design Influences: Pop culture of the past and present Personal Style: Effortlessly chic Web: kendraduplantier.com

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“I see the body as a map of meridians, which reveal the inner workings of a person and are something beautiful to be adorned.”

Age: 31 Lives: New York, NY Designs: Contemporary women’s wear Label: Stone Morris Education: BFA in at Savannah College of Art and Design, studied fashion at Parsons The New School for Design Recognition: Belk Southern Designer Showcase winner (2012) Influences: Art, Oriental medicine, dance, rock and roll, nature, history, and travel Personal Style: Art-based Web: stonemorris.com

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Bits of Lace Fine Lingerie Shoppers may be surprised to learn we are truly a one-stop shop providing basic and fashion lingerie, sleepwear, custom corsetry, swimwear, bridal gifts, shape wear, and accessories.

Our favorite trends for Spring 2013 are fresh watercolors, and we plan to carry soft and vibrant aquatic-colored lingerie and chemises.

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Bob Ellis Shoes We stock the latest footwear for men and women, including a large variety of designer lines as well as hard-tofind sizes. Customers also find luxe handbags in styles ranging from everyday to exotic.

Our favorite thing about Charleston style is its individuality, and we contribute to this with many different looks.

We are most proud of the fact that our store has won “Best Shoe Store” since the Charleston City Paper started the “Best of” awards.

Croghan’s Jewel Box Our store is a thirdgeneration family business, and we treat our customers like family.

One of our favorite CFW memories is when Chris Benz and his team, pink hair and all, came in and bought a gold charm of our building because they enjoyed walking by our windows daily on their way to Marion Square.

Bits of lace fine lingerie Showing: Prima Donna, Marie Jo, Eres Swimwear, Christine Vancouver, and La Perla Details: 302 King St. (843) 577-0999 Website: bitsoflace.com

bob ellis shoes Showing: Christian Louboutin and Charlotte Olympia Details: 332 King St. (843) 722-2515 Website: bobellisshoes.com

Croghan’s jewel box Showing: Alexis Bittar, Tacori, Alwand Vahan, Temple St. Clair, Seaman Schepps, and antique and vintage finds Details: 308 King St. (843) 723-3594 Website: croghansjewelbox.com

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ince sweeping the 2012 CFW Emerging Designer Competition with a colorfully complex showcase influenced by the progressive homemaker, Hannah Goff has sculpted her namesake women’s line into a bold and textural collection worthy of media attention from Fashionista.com, ELLE, NYLON, and Southern Living.

And with its collage of shades and textures inspired by humans’ impact on the environment, her Fall 2013 show promises to be another standout display of quirky, print-centric pieces for the modern, young female. A master of fabric manipulation, Goff allows her original prints and unique materials to guide her clean but highly geometric silhouettes. “I want to empower women to feel good about themselves while wearing vibrant and intriguing pieces of art,” she says.

Fabric for the collection provided by Spoonflower; runway jewelry provided by S. Tector Metals

Meet Hannah:

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My design process involves fusing multiple inspirations into a cohesive collection, sketching/drawing, and many hours of meditation on the perfect combination of print, silhouette, and line.

My inspiration wall is filled with images of garbage, tropical plants and animals, aerial views of oil spills, rocks and minerals, and netting.

When I work, I listen to ’90s rock, alternative music, and anything new and contemporary.

“Life is short—why waste it wearing boring clothes?”

—Hannah Goff C H A R L E S T O N F A S H I O N W E E K . C O M

DESIGNER: Hannah Goff LIVES: New York Experience: Earned her BS in textile and apparel management at North Carolina State University and MA in fashion design at Savannah College of Art and Design Label: Hannah Goff Awards: CFW 2012 Emerging Designer Competition: East winner and Belk Southern Designer Showcase winner Sold: Belk beginning in Spring 2013 Website: hannahgoff.com

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ne of the top three finalists in Charleston Fashion Week’s 2010 Emerging Designer Competition: Southeast, Jamie Lin Snider went on to open her downtown boutique in 2011, offering avant garde ready-to-wear alongside vintage clothing and accessories, plus wardrobe styling.

what’s in store: The trends we’re excited about for Spring 2013 are leather, bold colors, and graphic prints, and we plan to carry these in a variety of silhouettes.

One thing most people don’t know about our boutique is that every piece is one-of-a-kind.

Showing: JLINSNIDER Spring/ Summer 2013 Details: 539 King St. Charleston (843) 751-6075 Website: jlinsnider.net Facebook: Jlinsnider on King St Twitter: jlinsnider

Our favorite thing about Charleston style is that it is ever-evolving, and we contribute to this by providing an eclectic mix of options for men and women.

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Showing: Ike Behar Details: 169 King St. Charleston (843) 737-5373 Website: ikebehar.com

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elping well-dressed gentlemen make a good first impression for more than 50 years, Ike Behar exemplifies elegance in men’s dress shirts, sport shirts, neck wear, outerwear, jewelry, accessories, and loungewear, as well as exquisitely tailored suits, sport coats, and dress slacks.

With more then 50 years experience in the men’s fashion industry, Ike Behar combines tradition with new age style to forge an everchanging collection that is as timeless as it is contemporary. While the business has grown tremendously since its inception in 1957, its devotion to perfection has remained. Still family owned and operated, Ike Behar continues to use only fine materials, while maintaining a strong focus on traditional craftsmanship. Ike Behar’s clothing and apparel are available at many fine retailers nationwide, and now at their new flagship retail store, located on King Street in Charleston.

Ike Behar’s apparel has shown up in dozens of television shows and movies (from 2006’s The Sopranos to 2011’s Hangover Part II) and can be found in hundreds of stores across the U.S. and Canada.

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Still family owned and operated, Ike Behar continues to use only fine materials, while maintaining a strong focus on traditional craftsmanship.

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ids’ clothing can be equally amazing as adults’,” say the clever creatives behind the functional-yet-fashionable small-fry line neve / hawk. As mom and dad to two inspiring tots, design duo Kris and Bob Galmarini understand what parents really care about in their little ones’ wearables: durable duds that are comfortable, washable, imaginative, and fun. And their artistic line nurtures whimsy and funky through bustles, ties, illustrated patches, and screen-prints. The newest addition to the family this season? Fabrics custom-designed from Bob’s illustrations. “This opens up a whole new creative outlet for us,” says Kris.

“Our design process is still incredibly organic and collaborative. From inception to the finished garment, we are constantly building on each other’s ideas.” —Kris Galmarini

Meet Kris & Bob: Our proudest moment in the fashion business has been surviving.

The craziest moment has been spotting a random child thousands of miles away from Charleston in our clothes.

Our inspiration wall is blank at the moment—what does that say?

Our studio space is separate from our home now, thank the Lord!

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he nation’s largest family-run, privately owned department store company boasts more than 300 retail outlets in 16 Southern states, with three in the Charleston area. There, shoppers can find apparel by top national designers, plus exclusive lines of private labels for the family and home and a cosmetics department stocked with beauty products and fragrances.

What’s in Store:

“We are a destination for a wide assortment of trendright shoes and unexpected accessory items.”

We chose to participate in CFW 2013 because we want to encourage the recognition and development of new talent. We plan to present a show that is both engaging and inspiring this year.

—Arlene Goldstein, vice president trend merchandising & fashion direction

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Showing: CYNTHIA Cynthia Rowley, Calvin Klein, and Michael Kors Details: 1200 Belk Dr., Mount Pleasant, (843) 884-2841 2064 Sam Rittenburg Blvd., Charleston, (843) 571-5420 Website: belk.com Facebook: Belk Twitter: Belk and BelkFashionBuzz

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When customers walk into our store, we want them to feel as though they are being welcomed into our home, receiving personalized service with Southern hospitality.

Throughout 2013 we’ll celebrate our 125th anniversary by recounting our rich heritage as the South’s hometown fashion store, letting customers know we appreciate their loyalty and patronage.

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ohnson Hartig, the avant-garde wit behind the aptly named ready-to-wear line Libertine, reaps inspiration from “everywhere, a thousand times a day.” Revamping vintage castoffs into contemporary, one-ofa-kind clothing, this sartorial artist fuses a fun and freethinking spirit into classic styles, blurring the line between sophisticated and edgy. Fueled by curiosities he’s encountered on international travels, especially India’s “dedication to overt decoration on everything,” the Los Angeles-based designer developed an audacious collection for the Fall 2013 runway. Expect party pieces rife with adornment, a vibrant palette, and exhilarating combinations of texture and print.

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I get inspiration everywhere, a thousand times a day, from botanical gardens to punk rock to Varanasi, India, to a leaf on the ground.

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ounded in 1967, Gwynn’s of Mt. Pleasant is a family-owned designer department store, filling 20,000 square feet with top clothing and shoe lines for men and women, as well as accessories, cosmetics, and upscale items for the home.

What’s in Store We chose to participate in CFW 2013 because we have participated since the first year.

We plan to present a show that is absolutely amazing and full of energy.

For Spring 2013, we’re feeling inspired by the many moods of Brooklyn.

Our customers tend to be sophisticated.

When they walk into our store, we want them to feel at home.

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“Our favorite trends for Spring 2013 are leather, leather, and more leather, along with pastels and camouflage.”

—Weezie Fetscher Hiott, women’s buyer

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Showing: J Brand Collection, Alice + Olivia, Majestic Paris, Maison Scotch, Hotel Particulier, Brunello Cucinelli, and Ermenegildo Zegna Details: 916 Houston Northcutt Blvd.

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ince opening on King Street in 2004, V2V has been carrying clothing for special events, afternoons at the beach, and every day. You may find a flowy maxi next to a beautifully tailored dress or a great boho top next to a tee, allowing you to create a contemporary look that’s topped off with a perfect handbag and favorite jewelry piece.

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“Our favorite thing about Charleston style is its warmth and vibrancy, and we contribute to this by always carrying fun and colorful outfits.”

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ach of my collections celebrates women with feminine fantasy, drama, tailoring, and couture techniques,” says Project Runway prodigy-turned-top New York designer Christian Siriano, whose creative process always begins with a dream or fantasy. Inspired by the whimsical movement of the ballet, his Spring 2013 collection takes cues from the American Ballet Theatre production The Dream (adapted from A Midsummer Night’s Dream) and Edgar Degas’ painting Three Ballet Dancers.

Reminiscent of the colorful layered-tulle costumes presented in each work, his newest pieces make light of soft brocades, polka-dotted cottons, watercolor silks, pearls, and metallic linens. “I wanted this collection to feel as light, soft, and romantic as the dancers on the stage and in the painting but modern enough to be wearable for today’s elegant woman,” he says.

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Meet Christian: My favorite fabric to work with is silk brocade, because I love the texture and shape that it provides.

When I work, I listen to Pandora radio. My favorite stations are Ellie Goulding, Kate Nash, Rihanna, Brad Walsh, The Beautiful Bodies, and Katy Perry.

My inspiration wall is filled with images of Degas paintings and ballet dancers, beading, colored tulle, watercolor prints, and ribbons.

When I am not working on a collection, I enjoy playing with interior design.

“I am excited to showcase my collection on a different stage in front of new customers and other young designers.”

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After refining his design aesthetic and craftsmanship skills with luxury labels in Milan and Paris, this custom finery connoisseur moved to New York in 2000 and launched his a.a. antonio azzuolo label in 2008. His Spring/Summer 2013 showcase follows suit, venturing into new territory where sartorial meets sport. For this show, Azzuolo pairs his hand-tailored collection with shoes from Charleston’s Sneaker boutique, translating New York street style through a refined lens while incorporating an unexpected whimsy.

Meet Antonio: I hope to bring a new and fresh perspective to the menswear design community and an appreciation of a hands-on craft that is slowly disappearing.

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My inspiration wall is filled with images of 19th-century American military jackets and Buddhists’ dress.

“There is a certain poetry in everyday life that inspires my work.”

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Friday, March 22 Join us under the tents as the top female and male models—as selected by participating boutique owners and designers—are judged on walk, appearance, and personality.

Success stories for CFW model talent

Judges Karen Lee Grybowski, founder of Karen Lee Group and international model scout; celebrity hairstylist Dennis Stokely; and supermodel Cynthia Bailey; (for their bios, see page 48.)

Ajang Majok Our 2011 RTR winner has since walked for Oscar de la Renta, was recently featured on ELLE.com as one of the five new faces of the label Obakki, and appeared on Gossip Girl.

Ajang Majok appeared on ELLE.com as a brand ambassador for Obakki.

Allison Millar This three-time CFW participant moved to NYC to make modeling her full-time career. She has walked for six designers, including Alice + Olivia and Behnaz Sarafpour, during New York Fashion Week.

To follow the 2013 Rock the Runway Model Competition™, visit CharlestonFashionWeek.com.

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Christina Zapolski After walking the CFW runway, she signed with Ford models in NYC, worked in Miami with top designers Chloe and Lanvin, and walked in Mercedes Benz Fashion Week 2013 for Lisa Blue.

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Samuel Roberts for Louis Vuitton Fall 2013 menswear collection

Samuel Roberts Our 2012 RTR male winner signed with Fusion Models NYC and I LOVE Models Management in Milan. He walked in the Fall 2013 shows for Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Paul Smith, and Wooyoungmi during Fashion Weeks in Milan, Paris, and New York.

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Grand PrizeS The male and female winners will each receive: $1,000 cash; gift baskets from Paul Mitchell, The School and Cos Bar of Charleston; round trip flight to NYC; mentoring opportunity with top industry leader; composite cards photographed by Charlotte Elizabeth Photographer; and Michael Kors “Runway Watch” from REEDS Jewelers. (Packages valued at $5,000 each.)

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Dennis Stokely Celebrity hairstylist Dennis Stokely has traveled extensively to style some of the most beautiful women in the world. His favorite celeb gigs? Working with Paula Abdul on hit TV show American Idol (he was last in Charleston styling Paula’s hair for the Season 7 auditions) and creating red-carpet hairstyles for Brooke Anderson for her Showbiz Tonight coverage of the Oscars, Emmys, Grammys, and Golden Globes award shows. An artist and an entrepreneur, Dennis is booked regularly to teach his “Master Class in the Art and Business of the Beauty Industry.”

This year, he will launch his signature line of Hollywood-inspired haircare products. Dennis says his career continues to grow in large part because he loves what he does.

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Karen Lee Grybowski Founder of the Karen Lee Group & international model scout Karen Lee Grybowski has discovered, coached, and promoted many of the fashion industry’s top models, such as Carolyn Murphy and Oluchi, at the onset of their careers. She served as the director of Scouting for Wilhelmina, Pauline, and Elite Model Management and spent 15 years travelling the globe, looking for new faces and empowering young women by helping them develop a sense of health, wellness, style, and confidence. In 2009, Karen branched out on her own and started the Karen Lee Group (KLG), a scouting firm that places its discoveries with major model agencies around the world. KLG also offers consultations and workshops for those who desire or need coaching in modeling or who wish to pursue other career opportunities within the modeling industry.

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cynthia bailey Supermodel, The Real Housewives of Atlanta star, & businesswoman An Alabama native, Cynthia Bailey was discovered soon after her pageant days by a Wilhelmina model agent in New York, and her first booking was for the cover of Essence magazine. The international supermodel has walked in shows for top designers, such as Isaac Mizrahi and Todd Oldham, and appeared in numerous publications, including Vogue, ELLE, Glamour, and Vanity Fair. Cynthia considers being photographed alongside Iman, Beverly Johnson, Naomi Campbell, and Tyra Banks

by Annie Leibovitz for Vanity Fair among her greatest accomplishments as a fashion model. Personally, her greatest accomplishment is her 13-year-old daughter, Noelle Forde Robinson. Cynthia stars on the Bravo reality show The Real Housewives of Atlanta and is the CEO of The Bailey Agency School of Fashion. She and her husband, Peter Thomas, reside in Atlanta, Georgia.

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charleston’s top cocktails Cheers to the city’s most fashion-forward drinks and their makers

The Contest Twenty local bartenders were invited to take on Ben Arnold Beverage Company’s CFW challenge: create a drink based on either Grey Goose vodka or Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey to complement the five nights of fashion in Marion Square. After an online vote by fans and fashionistas at charlestonfashionweek.com last winter, seven contenders moved on to the main event, a live competition at Mercury Lounge on Upper King Street. While thirsty partygoers enjoyed sipping the drinks, our panel of judges sampled each, scoring them according to originality, taste, and presentation. Meet our winning mixologists in the Style Lounge, and try the 2013 Top Cocktails for yourself.

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Charleston’s Top Cocktail winners will be pouring their drinks during the Style Lounge pre-parties on: Wednesday, March 20, 6-7:30 p.m.

Sarah Martin, “Frankly Speaking” Thursday, March 21, 6-7:30 p.m.

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(Serves 1) 2 oz. Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey 1 oz. apple-ginger reduction (find recipe at charlestonmag.com) 1 oz. apple juice Splash lemon juice Apple skin twist for garnish Pour all ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake and strain into a double old fashioned glass filled with ice. Garnish with apple skin twist.

From left: Kiawah Island Golf Resort director of food and beverage Vipin Menon, Charleston editor-in-chief Darcy Shankland, and Inn at Palmetto Bluff executive chef Brandon Carter

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Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey Winner: “Honey Hole”

by Jackson Holland, Cocktail Club ith warming thoughts of whiskey and apple flavors for the cooler months, Cocktail Club general manager Jackson Holland created an elevated take on hot apple cider. He paired Jack Daniel’s smooth and sweet Tennessee Honey with his own easy-to-make appleginger reduction of fresh apples; ginger “for a little spicy heat,” he says; and red tea, “which adds herbal and earthy notes.” And though this CFW creation is meant to be served on the rocks, Jackson says he has served it warm on the occasional “cold” night in Charleston, keeping it at the ready in a crock pot as it fills the bar with a delicious aroma.

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by Sarah Martin, Fish Restaurant raving a sassy, refreshing sip? Look no further than this “sweet-tart” of a drink—named in honor of the late Grey Goose vodka creator, Sidney Frank. Its secret ingredient? The sweet yet tart tamarind nectar. “I'm in love with tamarind,” says Fish bartender Sarah Martin. “It makes for a great aperitif because its complex flavor gets your taste buds going.” As for her smartly branded —not to mention wonderfully aromatic— garnish, she used orange peel for “a little citrus on the nose” and punched the letters C-F-W into a fragrant Kaffir lime leaf.

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Tuesday-Thursday, 6-11 p.m.; Friday, 5:30-11 p.m.; Saturday, 6:30-11 p.m.

Anne BelÉn Jewelry << Tuesday Anne Hughes Windmueller says her accessories—created from precious metals, semiprecious stones, and pearls—appeal to women who have the courage to make style their own.

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Bourbon & Boweties Tuesday-Saturday The semiprecious stones might come from around the world, but this line of bangles is “made by proud Southern hands.”

St. Augustine, FL (813) 310-6145 bourbonandboweties.com

The Shops at Charleston Place Located on the ground floor of Charleston Place Hotel, this exclusive collection of world-famous shops offers a truly unique shopping experience.

Details: 130 Market Street (843) 722-4900 Website: CharlestonPlaceShops.com Facebook: Charleston Place Hotel Twitter: charlestonplace

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CottonSnaps Tuesday-Saturday From seersucker to plaid and every fabric in between, CottonSnaps has cornered the market on designer magnetic sunglass straps that come in 60 styles.

Charleston << Stitch Tuesday-Saturday Want custom clothes to suit your personal style? Charleston Stitch’s YOUSA line reinvents apparel and accessories by empowering the designer who knows best—you.

Plano, TX (501) 504-4199 cottonsnaps.com

Charleston, SC (843) 743-3653 charlestonstitch.com

<< The JEM Collection Tuesday Whether you wear them as a cowl, tunic, top, shawl, snood, head wrap, or belt, The JEM Collection scarves offer an all-season look for any occasion.

Elisabeth Newton Contemporary Pearls Tuesday Elisabeth Newton gives a contemporary interpretation of the classic pearl necklace with exotic hardwoods, rubber, and corals.

Washington, DC (703) 973-9771 jemcollection.com

Raleigh, NC (919) 480-2119 elisabethnewton.com

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Jewelry Collection Thursday From chokers to ultra-long necklaces, large-format earrings, and bracelets, KOPIOUS knows statement jewelry.

Wilmington, NC (910) 619-8158 heandmeonline.com

Charleston, SC (843) 478-1832 nicholaslanejewelry.com

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REEDS Jewelers Friday-Saturday Charleston’s exclusive David Yurman jeweler showcases an incredible selection of the finest diamonds, watches, fashion jewelry, and more.

Northwoods Mall (843) 572-4510 reeds.com

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Oleander Thursday Need a clutch for a special event?

Oleander produces handmade limited-edition bags for evening wear, bridal, and special events, with custom order available.

Stella & Dot Tuesday-Friday Need a little something to finish your ensemble? Check out Stella & Dot’s on-trend Spring 2013 jewelry line and drawings for gift certificates.

Nationwide (312) 402-1412 stelladot.com/amyg

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Sign up for e-alerts at the Style Lounge during CFW and receive an exclusive gift from Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th. (While supplies last, one per person. See Tanger associate for details.)

North Charleston, SC (843) 529-3095 tangeroutlet.com/Charleston

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Theodosia Thursday Designer Jenny Thompson infuses her own personal experiences and travels into one-of-a-kind jewelry, featuring precious and semiprecious stones and vintage finds.

Charleston, SC (843) 860-0961 theodosiajewelry.com

Need a fashion apertif? Each night, the Style Lounge opens an hour before the shows—don’t miss the pre-party!

Shop retailers’ ware, including jewelry and accessories. drink delicious specialty cocktails and smartwater.

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Listen to live DJs. Primp with makeup freshening by the experts at the Cos Bar touch-up station.

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Nicholas Lane Jewelry Thursday Classic earrings, bracelets, and necklaces handcrafted in Charleston make up this affordable collection of jewels for women of any age.

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Tuesday–Friday, March 19-22, 5-9 p.m. & Saturday, March 23, 6-10 p.m.

We’re celebrating 125 years!!! Belk is proud of our history as a Southern retailer and dedicated to delivering today’s most sought-after fashions.

We call it modern, Southern style. To make good on that promise, we’ve partnered with some of the best and brightest Southern designers.

Come by our tent to meet these talented designers, many of whom are Southern Design Showcase Competition winners.

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Kathleen Murphy This Charlotte, NC-based jeweler incorporates bright colors and intricate details into her pieces, offering versatility through innovative use of stones and materials.

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Chelsea Charles Loved by celebrities including Cameron Diaz and Carrie Underwood, the work of this Charlotte, NC, jeweler is sophisticated and dainty.

aakofii Self-taught, Atlanta, GA, artist Aakofii brings out the “diva within” through provocative and dynamic jewelry pieces in bold, signature designs.

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Katie Kalsi Wearable art defines Katie Kalsi’s unique handbag brand in hobo, clutch, satchel, and cross-body styles, each with a hand-painted, interchangeable strap.

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Moonshine A cologne called Moonshine could only be designed by true Southern gentlemen—Colin Newberry, Charles Holderness, and Matthew Moore.

And so it is with this timeless scent.

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Baxter Designs St. Augustine native Amy Baxter uses home furnishing textiles to create a line of luxury tote bags and clutches in bold, fun graphics with elegant, simple lines and understated details.

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Miriam Oehrlien Inspired by the ocean, botanicals, femine florals, and vintage jewelry, this Wilmington, NC, designer’s pieces showcase her knack for incorporating different materials.

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restaurant guide A selective guide to dining near the CFW tents. All restaurants listed are in downtown Charleston

Key: L = Lunch D = Dinner LN = Late Night BR = Brunch $ = Under $10 $$ = $10-$15 $$$ = $16-$25 $$$$ = $25+

39 Rue de Jean (French Bistro / L, D, LN / $$$) 39 John St. (843) 722-8881 39ruedejean.com Amen Street Fish & Raw Bar (Seafood / L, D, $$$) 205 East Bay St. (843) 853-8600 amenstreet.com Basil (Thai Cuisine / L, D / $$$) 460 King St. (843) 724-3490 eatatbasil.com Burwell’s Stone Fire Grill (Modern Steakhouse / D, LN / $$$$) 14 N. Market St. (843) 737-8700 burwellscharleston.com

Coast Bar & Grill (Seafood, D, LN / $$$) 39-D John St. (843) 722-8838 coastbarandgrill.com

Osteria la Bottiglia (Italian, D, LN / $$$$) 420 King St. (843) 727-4158 osterialabottiglia.com

HOM (Gourmet Burgers / L, D, LN / $) 563 King St. (843) 573-7505 homcharleston.com

Stars Rooftop & Grill Room (American / D, LN / $$$$) 495 King St. (843) 577-0100 starsrestaurant.com

Il Cortile del Re (Italian / D, LN / $$$) 193 King St. (843) 853-1888 ilcortiledelre.com Leaf Café & Bar (Southern / L, D, LN, Sun. BR / $$$) 15 Beaufain St. (843) 793-2230 leafcharleston.com

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The Bagel Shop (Fresh & Homemade Offerings / B, L / $) 41-A. George St. (843) 297-8685 thebagelshopcharleston.com The Grocery (Southern, Vegetarian, Vegan / D / $$$) 4 Cannon St. (843) 302-8825 thegrocerycharleston.com

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A look BACK

Highlights from under the CFW 2012 tents

Star Power: Fashion Panel judges Cameron Silver, Fern Mallis, and Chris Benz (left)

Sweet Ride: Uber-stylish Porsche sports cars were on display thanks to sponsor Baker Motor Company.

Model Behavior: Rock the Runway judges model Molly Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell, supermodel Cynthia Bailey, and scout Karen Lee

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Backstage Pass: Models queue for the next show (above); Rock the Runway winners Nikita Jansen and Samuel Roberts (below)

In Tents! CFW takes over Marion Square; CFW style director Ayoka Lucas and Rick Jerue of Art Institute of Charleston, the Emerging Designer: East sponsor, present Hannah Goss with the 2012 title.

Garden Party: Featured bridal designer Rachel Gordonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s showstopping organic bridal creation (left); seeing and being seen in the Style Lounge (right)

By Design: Model judge Cynthia Bailey and Fashion Panel judges Lindsey Carter and K. Cooper Ray

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