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BFW 2014 Schedule Saturday, April 19, 2014 Costume Gala/Kick-Off Party 6:30 p.m.; hosted by Alabama Ballet
Friday, April 25, 2013
GRASSROOTS (a local fashion evolution) 7:00 p.m. Runway Show* • 13 Emerging Designers–7 finalists selected • Runway Retailer: TBA • Up and Coming Designer: Elizabeth Singelton • Featured Designer: TBA • Featured Designer: Harold&MOD • Model Competition
BFW FRIDAY NIGHT 7:00 p.m. Runway Show* • Headlining Opening Designer, NBC's Fashion Star Season 2 Winner: Hunter Bell • Rising Design Star Challenge brought to you by BUFFALO ROCK CO. 15 Rising Design Stars–8 finalists selected • Runway Retailer: Marella • Runway Retailer: The Baer's Den • Runway Retailer: Gus Mayer • Featured Designer: Salence • Headlining Designer: SW3 Bespoke • Model Competition
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Saturday, April 26, 2014
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
LIFESTYLE: Mind, Body, and Soul 7:00 p.m. Runway Show* • Runway Retailer: Pure Barre • Runway Retailer: Mountain High Outfitters • Runway Retailer: lululemon athletica • After Party sponsored by Trim Tab Brewing Company
BFW FINALE SATURDAY NIGHT 7:00 p.m. Runway Show* • 7 Finalist Emerging Designers–Emerging Designer Winner Announced • Rising Design Star Challenge brought to you by BUFFALO ROCK CO. 16 Finalist Rising Design Stars–Rising Design Star Winner Announced by BUFFALO ROCK CO. • Model Competition—Face of BFW 2014 Thursday, April 24, 2014 Winner Announced BFW THURSDAY NIGHT • Opening Designer: heidi elnora 7:00 p.m. Runway Show* • Runway Retailer: Soca • Headlining Opening Designer: Leona • Runway Retailer: Laura Kathryn • Rising Design Star Challenge brought to you by BUFFALO ROCK • Featured Designer: Show Me Your Mumu CO. 15 Rising Design Stars–8 finalists selected • Headlining Designer: Rebecca Taylor • Runway Retailer: Pants Store • Model Competition • Runway Retailer: Monkee's of Mountain Brook After Party sponsored by TBA • Featured Designer, Project Runway Alum: Joshua McKinley • Headlining Designer, Project Runway All-Star Winner Anthony Ryan Auld • Model Competition
ticket information BFW Insider Ticket:
Early admission with a private backstage tour plus everything included with the VIP Ticket. A one-year subscription to B-Metro magazine A special meet-and-greet with the designers after the show VIP swag bag
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Separate seating time (doors open at 6:30) 2 Complimentary drink ticket(s) Plush seats in best available section Copy of B-Metro magazine DJ entertainment Cash bar
General Admission:
Plush seats for the show (doors open at 6:45) DJ entertainment Cash bar Tickets are on sale and range from $15–95. Available at www.bhamfashionweek.com.
Hosts Niki Noto
In 2010, Niki Noto, a graduate of the University of Alabama moved to Atlanta and began working with the Atlanta Falcons as their Inside Reporter, covering the football team, cheerleaders, and community relations department. She later worked for CSS, Comcast, and ESPN and began traveling the country to the hottest college football matchups for ESPNU's Road Trip. Road Trip has allowed her to travel the country and be immersed into the cultures and traditions of various schools and programs. Whether it was skydiving with Kansas State, barrel racing with Nebraska, water skiing with Clemson, or attempting gymnastics with Oklahoma, saying “no” has never been an option for this adrenaline junkie. She has hosted the popular show for the past three years. As a lover of the game of golf, Noto hosted a series in 2013 for PGA.com, called Weekly Golf Buzz. Turner Sports also hired her to cover the Final Four and Frozen Four for NCAA.com. Birmingham will always be home to the Oak Mountain High School grad, and she couldn’t be more thrilled to be a part of Birmingham Fashion Week. She gives back to the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and is proud to contribute to a great organization that influences kids in the North Shelby area.
Tara Gray
Tara Gray is a TV personality from Los Angeles, but she got her start right here in Birmingham as a producer for FOX6’s Good Day Alabama, an entertainment reporter for CW2 WTTO-TV, and the face of My68 WABM-TV. She is no stranger to Birmingham radio either; she has worked as an on-air talent for COX Radio’s 95.7 JAMZ and 98.7 KISS-FM. Gray is a graduate of Auburn University and represented Alabama twice on the national level as Miss Alabama Teen USA and Miss Alabama USA. Recently, you’ve seen her on national TV shows like The Daily Buzz, Oxygen Network’s Life Love Shopping, and the nationally syndicated morning show Right This Minute. She is the co-creator, producer, and star of TLC’s The Good Buy Girls, and this summer, you can catch her in the feature film The Extendables, starring Brian Thompson, Kevin Sorbo, and Craig Kilborn. When she’s not working in LA, her favorite thing to do is get on a plane bound for her real home, Birmingham, to visit family and get some of that good southern cooking that you just can’t find in California.
FAQ
1. Where is Birmingham Fashion Week held? Birmingham Fashion Week is held in Pepper Place, which is located at 2829 2nd Ave S Birmingham, AL, 35233. 2. Where do I park? Parking for Birmingham Fashion Week is available on 2nd Ave S, 29th St. S, and in the Martin Biscuit parking lot in front of Cantina. 3. Are children allowed to attend the show? Do I need to purchase them a separate ticket? Children are allowed into the show. Please note, however, that fashion shows target an adult audience and may not be suitable for children (their admittance is up to the parent's discretion.) Tickets must be purchased for children ages 3 and up. 4. Is Birmingham Fashion Week handicap accessible? The runway show is handicap accessible; however, the restrooms are not. Please note any special requirements when ordering tickets so that we may better accommodate your request.
5. What is your weather policy? Rain or shine, the show will go on! 6. What is the dress code for BFW? Birmingham Fashion Week supports the freedom of fashionable expression. We feel fashion is an art form and is up to interpretation. Dress up or dress casually—wear what you love and rock it. Just remember there is a lot of press at the show, so you never know when you will be "discovered." 7. Are pets allowed? Animals are not allowed at Birmingham Fashion Week or any Birmingham Fashion Week affiliated events. 8. May I bring my camera? During the show, ticket holders may use their personal cameras/cell phones to take pictures from their assigned seats. Standing in the aisle or in media areas is prohibited without media credentials.
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wednesday Birmingham Fashion Week kicks off on Saturday, April 19, with a special costume gala at Alabama Ballet followed by a local grassroots runway show Tuesday; then, on Wednesday, the show continues in a big way with the Lifestyle Runway Show: Mind, Body, and Soul, an inspired look at performance fashion.
Retailers lululemon athletica
lululemon athletica is a yoga-inspired athletic apparel company, providing components to live long, healthy, and fun lives. lululemon’s first store opened in 2000, in Kits Beach, Vancouver, BC. We’ve since opened stores throughout Canada and the U.S. in equally wonderful communities. Our goals in every community are to be a hub for athletes and yogis and a resource for education on technical, high performance product and to have fun! Our Summit-Birmingham location opened in July of 2011 at 214 Summit Blvd. Come visit us! INSTAGRAM: lululemon www.lululemon.com
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Pure Barre
Pure Barre Birmingham grew out of the passion and prayers of two friends devoted to helping women feel beautiful in their own skin. Combining their love for healthy and active lifestyles with their zeal for fashion, music, and more, they hope to help women discover true beauty from within. Pure Barre is an overflow of their desire to inspire confidence and inner strength in women everywhere. Fitness, fashion, health and wellness, and community are just a few facets of life that make us come alive. We are constantly evolving, growing, and being challenged by each other and our incredible staff and clientele. We believe that each day is an opportunity to pursue your passions, and we strive to provide an environment that fosters that in everyone who walks through our doors. Our mission is to unite people with products, places, and passions that ultimately empower us to feel alive and well every day. Our goal is to grow together, revive and share interests, and rejuvenate others and ourselves by nurturing these areas of our lives. We hope Pure Barre serves as a haven for women to discover new ways to feel alive in every aspect of life. We are able to relate to the common struggles women experience about female identity, body image, and more. Our goal is to cultivate positive self-image, inner strength, balanced living, and support for women through this self-expressive tool. As we grow, our passions evolve and expand, and Pure Barre is an excellent venue to share those aspirations and discover the many ways women can encourage each other to be confident and vibrant every day. This year, we are honored to again be a part of the Lifestyle Night in Birmingham Fashion Week. We are highlighting multiple brands from our Fitness Boutique this year, including Karma, Splits 59, Kira Grace, and Vimmia! These brands make us feel strong, beautiful, and confident with our active lifestyles, from the Barre to the streets! INSTAGRAM: PBBIRMINGHAM www.purebarre.com
Mountain High Outfitters
Mountain High Outfitters encourages an active lifestyle and is about getting outdoors to enjoy all life has to offer. Mountain High provides premium and unique specialty products with the highest regard for customer engagement and service. The selection of gear and footwear is just as wide as that of apparel, with products for activities like backpacking, bouldering, camping, climbing, hiking, long boarding, trail running, slack lining, and stand-up paddle boarding. They also offer gear for snows sports and yoga and, at select locations, for biking and flyfishing. This variety makes exploring Mountain High more of an experience than a shopping trip. Mountain High prides itself on having knowledgeable and seasoned staff—including trail runners, backpackers, adventure racers, climbers, paddlers, disc golfers, and others who enjoy an active lifestyle—making it a comfortable place to equip your life for all of your adventures. INSTAGRAM: mhoutfitters www.mountainhighoutfitters.com b-metro.com
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thursday Headlining Designer
Anthony Ryan Auld
Anthony Ryan Auld is a Louisiana-based fashion designer who won the second season of Lifetime’s Project Runway All-Stars, along with the title of Fan Favorite. He was also previously featured on the ninth season of Lifetime’s Project Runway. A Louisiana State University graduate known for his unconventional use of fabrics and raw outlook, Auld has been recognized nationally for his awardwinning designs. He has also studied design techniques in Paris, France, under the creative minds behind Vivienne Westwood, Basil Soda, Elie Saab, Jean-Paul Gaultier, and Anne-Valerie Hash. A cancer survivor, Auld is the founder of ROAR, a nonprofit foundation that gives voice to those with inspiring stories of survival in the face of adversity. Why whisper when you can ROAR! With his label Anthony Ryan, Auld creates fashion to inspire the modern woman with clean lines, definitive shapes, and bold fabric selections. His innovative use of bright colors and simple forms continues to bring forward-thinking women striking pieces that are current yet amaranthine. INSTAGRAM: ANTHONYRYANAULD; www.anthonyryanauld.com
Featured Designer
Joshua McKinley
Talent, authenticity, and personality are words used to describe the rising fashion talent Joshua McKinley. Educated at New York’s Fashion Institute of Technology and Florence, Italy’s Polimoda, it's clear that McKinley is motivated to experiment with classic cuts in innovative high-tech fabrics and dabble in aspects of the fashion world other designers hesitate to investigate. The 28-year-old designer is infamously known for a “more in better” aesthetic. McKinley was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to show his work to the world and rise to success as runner-up of the ninth season of Emmy-nominated Project Runway and final four of Project Runway All-Stars 2. McKinley’s flawless passion for all things that shine is unrivaled! McKinley continues to focus on his signature menswear and women’s wear collections, while collaborating on a capsule collection of dresses and gowns with Johnathan Kayne that is entirely suited for red carpet, galas, and the best pageants worldwide. Through bedazzling his brand, McKinley hopes his work inspires others to follow their dreams and never give up! INSTAGRAM: jmckinleynyc; www.joshuamckinley.com
Opening Designer
Leona
Lauren Leonard is the creative mind behind LEONA. Her entrepreneurial spirit and adoration for fashion were recognized at an early age. At 16, she began working in luxury fashion retailers and quickly became a women’s buyer. Eventually, she made the move from her deep southern roots to the bustling streets of New York City. While working in New York, her confidence in her vision grew. Leonard returned to the south determined to take her experience and passion and evolve them into her very own collection of luxury wardrobe essentials for today’s woman. Cool, modern, classic, and transitional, with a focus on slip-on styles, LEONA is everything the modern woman needs to build an impeccable wardrobe. Southern sensibility combines seamlessly with city chic through hand-drawn prints and the very best in luxurious fabrications. Made in the USA by family-ownedand-operated manufacturers, LEONA currently holds offices in Nashville, Tenn., and New York City. Since LEONA’s debut in the spring of 2008, it has quickly gained a faithful following and is sold at more than two hundred of the most discerning and renowned retailers internationally. With celebrity fans like Taylor Swift and Giuliana Rancic, and sightings in Lucky, Elle, and People magazines, LEONA is becoming one of the fastest growing contemporary labels in fashion today. Leona is available locally at Monkees of Mountain Brook; trunk show Monkee's, April 25. INSTAGRAM: LEONANEWYORK; www.leonany.com 102
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Retailers Monkee’s of Mountain Brook A ladies store beyond your “girlie” imagination; known to carry the finest lines in shoes, clothing, and accessories. You can be assured that if you find it at Monkee’s, it is the most “in” thing! One no longer has to travel to New York or Milan to find the finest in fashion: Monkee’s of Mountain Brook has it. At Monkee’s, you’ll experience boutique shopping as it is meant to be—fun and personal! Our associates all have an incredible eye for style and are dedicated to delivering world-class customer service. Instagram: MonkeesOfMountainBrook www.monkeesofmountainbrook.com
The Pants Store
The Pants Store began as just that in downtown Leeds in 1950…a store that sold pants. But as the times and trends changed, the evolution of the Pants Store took place and it became “MORE THAN JUST PANTS”! A family-owned-and-operated business, the Pants Store has grown from one location to five (Crestline, Leeds, Downtown Birmingham, Trussville, and Tuscaloosa) and now carries men’s, women’s, and children’s apparel as well as shoes for the whole family. Our store stands out by providing exceptional customer service, as well as fashionable, quality clothing at reasonable prices. The Pants Store keeps many of the brand names you love in stock, including Cole Haan, Antelope, Columbia, Seven For All Mankind, Mt. Khaki, Southern Marsh, Ugg, Frye, Hobo, Tulle, and so much more! Instagram: PantsStore www.pantsstore.com
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SW3 Bespoke
London born, American made. Brought to you by Gus Mayer. The SW3 Bespoke founders all hail originally from London. “We were all influenced by the still-relevant ‘London Cool’ of the swinging sixties and early seventies,” says Creative Director Julia Chase. That early inspiration, together with training in design and tailoring, have been combined to create SW3 Bespoke’s distinct signature of beautifully crafted, on-trend women’s pants, jackets, and sportswear. A running theme in the collection is effortless and sexy boho chic. Although most of SW3’s high quality textiles come from Europe, the vast majority of production is done right here in America. “Keeping production here in the U.S. is our way of saying thank you to the country we now call ‘home,’” says CEO John Lankshear. SW3 Bespoke is now available in more than 350 stores nationwide. SW3 Bespoke is available locally at Gus Mayer. Trunk show at Gus Mayer on Friday, April 25. INSTAGRAM: SW3BESPOKE; www.sw3bespokeuk.com
Featured Designer
Salence
Brought to you by The Baer's Den. Salence was conceived in early 2010. With a background in performance outerwear for extreme weather, Andy Gathings and Whitney Hunter perceived a gap in the market for outerwear that had the same functionality but was stylish. They teamed up with Carol Owen, a highly regarded designer, to design the line. They used a factory that specializes in making technical garments. Salence is now in its second year and the market has embraced its artisanal approach to making quality outerwear with jackets and coats meticulously crafted with attention to detail, innovation, fit, and durability. Salence is available locally at The Baer's Den. FALL PRE-SALE & TRUNK SHOW: Saturday, April 26, at The Baer's Den. INSTAGRAM: SALENCEOUTERWEAR www.salence.com
Opening Headlining Designer
Hunter Bell
Hunter Bell is a South Carolina native with the sensibility of a New Yorker. The contemporary designer was most recently named the winner of NBC’s hit show Fashion Star, where she competed with 13 other contestants to have her collection bought by Express, Macy’s, and Saks Fifth Avenue. While at the University of Alabama, Hunter interned for designers Nanette Lepore and Rebecca Taylor. Upon graduation in 2003, Bell furthered her design education at Parsons New School. She worked as an assistant designer at Jones Apparel Group and Vineyard Vines. In 2009, she launched her own line. Hunter’s southern roots, Dixie elegance and New York mentality consistently translate into her designs. Numerous celebrities are passionate about the feminine flair and easy sophistication of the line, and the pieces have been seen on Lake Bell, Sophia Bush, Emma Roberts, Maria Menounos, and Rose Byrne, among others. Bell currently lives in New York with her husband. HUNTER BELL is available locally at Manhattan South and Marella. INSTAGRAM: HunterBellNyc, www.hunterbellnyc.com TRUNK SHOW: Saturday, April 26 at Manhattan South POP-UP-SHOP: Thursday, April 24, 2–7 p.m., at Manhattan South
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Retailers Baer’s Den
Baer’s Den brings its customers a highly edited selection of the season’s best fashion items. The store is exquisitely merchandised with the feel of a relaxed and comfortable “DEN,” offering the season’s best fashion while providing unrivaled personal customer service. Baer’s Den first opened in 2006 in Memphis, and opened its Birmingham location in October of 2013; the store has brought the cutting edge of fashion to the area. One-of-akind clothing, comfortable tees, designer jeans, shoes, and much much more are available.
Marella
Marella is an evolving creation...we’re always on the lookout for the most exclusive brands and the latest styles to host in our full-service Mountain Brook Village boutique. Our mission is to dress the fashion-conscious, trendy Southern woman who likes the push the envelope just a bit without going too far overboard. At Marella, you’ll find Alice & Olivia, Big Buddha Handbags, By Smith, EcoSkin, Hunter Bell, Jaloux, Milly, Rag & Bone, Spanx, T Los Angeles, Trina Turk, Velvet, Vince, and so much more. We cater to women who purchase staple pieces for their wardrobes each season that can be worn over and over again, much like European women do. www.shopmountainbrook.com/marella
Instagram: TheBaersDen www.thebaersden.com
Gus Mayer
Gus Mayer, founded in New Orleans in 1900, expanded from a single store on Canal Street to operating more than 20 stores across the country. During the 1970s, the Gus Mayer stores were sold off individually, including the Birmingham, Ala., and Nashville, Tenn., locations, which were purchased by the Pizitz family. With the history of high-end fashion and the tradition of superior customer service, the two remaining locations carry on the legacy of Gus Mayer. From designer to contemporary, Gus Mayer has the perfect outfit for every occasion, including classic looks all the way to the cutting-edge trends. Accessories, cosmetics, fragrances, and gifts provide shoppers with a full experience as they browse through all the luxury that Gus Mayer has to offer. This leading designer specialty store brings the Southeast individualized service and current fashions that continue to flourish as new designers are brought in and established designers continue to bring their stylish charm to both the Birmingham and Nashville locations. Gus Mayer Birmingham is located at The Summit Lifestyle Center off Highway 280 and Interstate 459. Instagram: GusMayerBham www.gusmayer.com
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saturday Headlining Designer
Rebecca Taylor
Brought to you by Laura Kathryn. Feminine, modern, refined, cool: Rebecca Taylor is best known for providing the eternally evolving modern woman a collection to complement and refine her individual sense of style. Signatures include unconventional color combinations and prints, flattering cuts, unique embellishment, and a high level of detail—accessible luxury. Rebecca Taylor hails from the beaches of New Zealand. An early childhood interest in sewing and costume design sparked a fascination with the fashion industry that led her to New York City. Her creativity and energy is poured into every collection with references from the worlds of music, art, and entertainment. Taylor’s daily inspiration is the contemporary woman—her spirited life and her individual style. The brand has a loyal customer base and a vast celebrity clientele including Alexa Chung, Reese Witherspoon, Rashida Jones, Emmy Rossum, and Catherine Middleton, to name a few. Rebecca Taylor has been featured internationally in numerous leading publications such as Vogue, Harpers Bazaar, Elle, Glamour, W, Nylon, Marie Claire, and In-Style and is available through company-owned retail and premier boutiques worldwide. Rebecca Taylor is available locally at Laura Kathryn. POP UP SHOP: Thursday, April 24, 10 a.m.–8 p.m., at Laura Kathryn. INSTAGRAM: RebeccaTaylorNYC; www.rebeccataylor.com
Featured Designer
Show Me Your Mumu
Brought To You By Soca Clothing. Since Show Me Your Mumu began in 2010, they have amassed a loyal following and have become known for their effortless, gypset style. The Los Angeles office is staffed with smart, energetic young women, who are the inspiration for the brand. The concept is authentic and simple; stylish, versatile “24/7” clothing that carries today’s girl from work to nights out to weekend brunch to dream vacations. The brand is represented in more than 200 prestige stores throughout the US and is produced in downtown Los Angeles. Since graduating UC Berkeley and working in the Fashion Industry in New York City, cocreaters Cammy Hebert and Cologne Schmidt live the true Mumu lifestyle in southern California. Mumu girls are carefree adventurers who dream big but have no plans. They travel the world, fall in love effortlessly, and have late nights but early mornings. They sometimes wear the same Mu for 48 hours–to work, dancing at night, over a bikini, to weekend brunch, and then to bed. Love your Mu because Mu loves you—It’s a Whole Mu World out there! Show Me Your Mumu is available locally at SOCA CLOTHING. INSTAGRAM: ShowMeYourMumu www.showmeyourmumu.com
Opening Designer
Heidi Elnora
Heidi Elnora knows how to inject that “Southern sparkle” into the modern girl’s wedding. From small town Alabama to Project Runway and back, Elnora has patterned her life after fashion. Since the launch of the heidi elnora brand in 2006, she has dressed hundreds of brides from Los Angeles to Dubai (and everywhere in between) for their big days. For the past four years, Elnora has opened her doors to wholesale accounts, her “Sister Stores” if you will. Brides-tobe can now find heidi elnora gowns in 24 boutiques across the world, including 14 Nordstrom locations. Her work has been featured in Brides magazine, Martha Stewart Weddings, Lucky magazine, The New York Times Syndicate, Town and Country magazine, and more. INSTAGRAM: HeidiElnora www.heidielnora.com 106
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Retailers Soca
A successful shopping trip has to strike a balance between thoughtful customer service and the right selection of classic and contemporary pieces. At Soca Clothing, these elements are a top priority, whether assisting you in finding the perfect outfit for a special occasion or giving your wardrobe a much-needed facelift. At Soca Clothing, the goal is to provide an exclusive shopping experience. They strive to cultivate a positive company culture that begins with training, focused on genuinely tailoring each shopping experience to our customer. Investing in education and supporting each employee results in a highly skilled, dynamic team full of thoughtful and fashionable Stylists. Each Soca Stylist understands the individual aesthetic and needs of their customer in order to help guide them to the perfect piece. Each item is hand-picked, creating a harmonious blend of current trends and classic staples to help you form a well-curated collection that fits your personal style. Whether you’re a minimalist with a love for neutrals and clean lines or a bohemian who loves to layer —Soca is the right fit for you. Soca Clothing first opened its doors in 2000 in Downtown Birmingham, offering a new shopping experience with a variety of contemporary women’s apparel and a vast collection of designer denim. Soca, along with the helpful service and approachable atmosphere, quickly became known as “the denim destination.” Since 2011, Soca has opened two more clothing boutiques. Nashville, Tenn., and Tuscaloosa, Ala., serve as locations for continued growth as they uphold their mission of providing an unmatched collection of designer brands paired with friendly and knowledgeable customer service. Let Soca be the destination for all your style needs. INSTAGRAM: SocaClothing www.socaclothing.com
Laura Kathryn
Laura Kathryn is an exclusive women’s boutique located in Crestline Village. Dressing the city’s women for more than 20 years, it carries one-of-a-kind items and select designer labels. Go in, and you will find exquisite pieces by designers such as Alexis, Alice & Trixie, Bella Dahl, Calleen Cordero, Cordani, Gypsy 05, Joceyln, Joie, Mara Hoffman, Rebecca Taylor, Tibi, Velvet, and Waverly Grey. We carry not only a large selection of women's clothing, but also timeless jewelry, fabulous shoes, and beautiful handbags perfect for women of all ages. From teenagers to hip moms and from college ladies to career women, at Laura Kathryn, we have the perfect items to satisfy any fashion craving. INSTAGRAM: ShopLauraKathryn www.shoplaurakathryn.com
Rising Design Challenge brought to you by
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This year’s young designer competition is taking it to another level with an impromptu challenge, Rising Design Star Challenge brought to you by Buffalo Rock Co. The 32 students that advance on from the Birmingham Museum of Art to the Birmingham Fashion Week runway will be challenged to design a second garment of Buffalo Rock Co. products within one week. Inspired by the designs of their peers, these students will be ready to create another garment that showcases their creativity and design talents. Each garment is either glued, stapled or taped together to create stunning runway pieces that are competing for a scholarship to be awarded at the finale runway show on Saturday, April 26. b-metro.com
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