King of Fresh Clothing Trunk Show @ Bullets & Mullets: July 30, 2011

Bullets & Mullets will be hosting a trunk show featuring the recent collection of designer King of Fresh Clothing. The trunk show will be held Saturday, July 30, 2011 at Bullets & Mullets retail location (1108 Division Street). The KOFC line includes an assortment of graphic t-shirts, infused with clever phrases and pops of hot pink, electric blue, and blood reds. Prices are in an affordable $32 to $35 range. Here's a sample of tees you may see at B&M:

RAW Presents Fusion: August 18, 2011

RAW artist Tia Adams

The next RAW Nashville event is here! Held Thursday, August 18, 2011, 8:00 PM at the Mercy Lounge, this event requires cocktail attire and a $10 cover charge. I had so much fun at the last RAW event (see blog post here), so I'm anticipating another great night of art, music, fashion, and ridiculousness. Check out this month's RAW lineup here.

RAW hair & makeup Kristina Noel Wojtkowski

Fashion For A Fraction: September 10, 2011

Oh my god, yes! Fashion for a Fraction, a day of fashion, fun, and fabulous deals hosted by Her Nashville and the Nashville Scene, is back for another year of amazing scores. This year's event will be held September 10, 2011 at the Marriott Nashville at Vanderbilt University from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. And if you haven't been to this yearly event, seriously you need to go. This is going to be outta control. Fashion for a Fraction is basically a conglomerate of all of Nashville's hottest boutiques in one seriously fabulous location. And, what's even better than this one-stop shopping spree is the deals. All boutiques will be offering deep discounts on denim, clothing, handbags, jewelry, and accessories. Bring your wallets, ladies, cause your closet is about to get filled...

White Party @ Ivey Boutique: September 19, 2011

How appropriate is this classic black and white flyer for Ivey Boutique's White Party? The event to be held Friday, September 19, 2011 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at their Edgehill Village location will feature spring and summer items at 30% off. And if you wear white to the event, you get an extra 10% off. Now, let's just hope there's no red wine to be spilled!

Jay McCarroll @ Macy's Green Hills: September 17, 2011

I loved me some Jay, so I'm super pumped to see the Project Runway Season 1 winner will be at our Macy's on September 17, 2011. Here are the details:

Macy's invites you to be part of the ultimate fashion face-off hosted by Project Runway Season 1 winner, Jay McCarroll on Saturday, September 17th at Macy's Green Hills at 2pm! Lucky contestants will be asked to create a head-to-toe look for a special occasion- from your dream job interview to a night out with the girls- to be showcased by our models. The winner will take home a $100 Macy's gift card! Plus, during the event Jay will share his fashion do's and don'ts along with his top style tips for fall. With any $50 Women’s purchase, receive an exclusive Find Your Magic Cosmetic bag! RSVP today at 305-577-1818, as seating is limited.

Cirque La Chique: September 9, 2011

Cirque La What?! Here are the details for the event to be held September 9, 2011:


CIRQUE LA CHIQUE: 
Fashion Spectacular!

Fashion brought to you like-like-like a Circus. Fashion Runway, Live Interactive Circus Performers, Dazzling Decor, and Fun Surprises for everyone!! 

Friday September 9th, Doors open at 8pm Showtime at 9pm sharp.
Night of your LiiiiiiiiFE!!!

A Fashion Show Event in honor of fantastic and unique boutique:
LA CHIQUE!

All clothes worn on the runway provided by La Chique Boutique. Facebook Page: Shop La Chique. Check it out.

Entertainment Before, During, and After the fashion show provided by Playing by Air Performers! Hoop Dancer & Trapeze Artist Kristen Teffeteller, Vanderbilt Jugglers, and Dazzling Face/Body Paint for all.

Hair & Makeup will be compliments of The Paul Mitchell School of Nashville.http://school.paulmitchell​.edu/nashville-tn

Prizes too ladies and gents! Fab bags will be given to every fabulous guest.

$4 Cotton Candy Martinis Sponsored by Pinnacle Vodka!
And... Funnel Cakes?? At a FASHION SHOW?! Rules WILL be broken.

This is a FREE event for 21 &up.


Friday September 9th, Doors open at 8pm Showtime at 9pm sharp.

All Inquiries Contact:
615.598.0897


RSVP to Facebook here. 

Charleston Fashion Week Accepting Design Applicantions

Ok, so it's not really Nashville related, but last Charleston Fashion Week, Nashville-based designer Van Hoang showed her collection as an emergning designer. I figured I'd pass this information along if any designers out there are interested.

Applications for the 2012 Charleston Fashion Week® Emerging Designer Competition: East will go live on Friday, August 5, 2011. With the launch just around the corner and students gearing up for the new semester, we hope you will help us spread the word!

Attached are various sized web banner ads (if you need a different size, let us know!).  Please post if you can, targeting aspiring fashion designers in your community (alumni or current students welcome). Also, posters will be sent via email AND hard copies in the mail later next week for distribution*. 

Thank you for your support.  The winning CFW Emerging Designer semi-finalists are given the opportunity of  a lifetime which includes: presenting their line to our guests and prestigious fashion panel; a prize package valued at over $35,000; millions of media impressions.

       

For more information about Charleston Fashion Week®, please visit:

www.charlestonfashionweek.com

Accepting Emerging Designer Competition: East applications August 5 – October 13, 2011. Charleston Fashion Week® 2012 will take place March 20-24.

CFW Direct Contacts:

CFW Marketing Director: Misty Lister Johnson

misty@charlestonmag.com

843-971-9811 x.308

CFW PR: Vail Duggan

vail@louluagency.com

843-971-9811 x.319

Thank you for your time and assistance,

Madison Byron

Assistant to CFW Marketing Director, Misty Lister Johnson

843-971-9811 x.308

Summer Lovin' @ Local Honey: July 30, 2011

This Saturday, July 30, 2011, Local Honey will be hosting the Summer Lovin' event from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm at their Belmont Blvd. location. Celebrating the season, Local Honey will "be decking the racks with fresh summer creations from all of our local designers that will help you beat the heat in style! Nearly a dozen original pieces each from 9 local designers!" Local designers include:

T&P
People Like Art
Jamie and the Jones
Amy B
WHITE RABBIT
Love, Simone
Alter Ego
Chaseash
Lladybird

Sip on spiked lemonade and dance to tunes from DJ Potamus. Check out more of the event on Yelp.com.

Design by amy b clothing.

Sara Barnes Collection Fashion Show: August 6, 2011

I'm curious to see how a fashion show will be staged at Rumours Wine & Art Bar (2304 12th Ave. S.). If you're wondering the same thing, head out to see the 2011 Debut Collection of Parsons Design student, Sara Barnes. Doors open at 5:00 pm, with live music at 7:00 pm, and the show at 8:00 pm. An after party will follow the show, and chances are, you can score a great seat on the Rumours patio and sip on a chilled glass of wine, and relax for the evening.

photo credit: http://0.tqn.com/d/gaytravel/1/0/M/9/-/-/Rumours_Wine_Bar_12th.jpg

Music Is Key Fashion Show: July 23, 2011

I wasn't aware of the first one, but the second annual Music is Key Fashion Show will be held Saturday, July 23, 2011 to benefit Mercy Ministries, a group empowering young women who are abuse victims. A variety of womenswear and menswear will be showcased at the Street Theatre Company (1933 Elm Hill Pike) from 6:00 to 10:00 PM. Additionally, a silent auction will be held at 6:00 PM and the show starts at 7:00 PM. Here are the rest of the show details, and RSVP to Facebook here:


Ticket Info:

Pre-sale: $7.00
Children 10+yrs: $5.00 (children 9yr & under is free!)
Night of Show: $10:00
VIP: $15.00

The space we are in this year, Street Theatre Company, has a limited amount of space, so we will be selling 120 tickets. Get yours before they sell out!

Featured Designers this year are:

Amy Yang
Anna Moore
Ryan Ripley
Coco Bonbons modeled by BessTalent Talent Agency
Margaret May
Katie Glassco
Sabrina Washington

There will also be a silent auction that will begin at 6:00, and end once the fashion show starts, with the announcements of the people who have won at the end of the show.

***Tickets can also be secured by donations made to Mercy Ministries, at www.mercyministries.com. All that you need to do is put Music Is Key in the comment section of the donation, show us a copy (email, mail) of your receipt and your name will be placed on a will-call list for the night of the show.***

For any questions feel free to email or message any of us!

Amy Yang (emiyage@gmail.com)
Anna Moore (armoore059@gmail.com)
Margaret May (margaret_e_may@yahoo.com)

Hope to see you there!

RAW Event: July 21, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

RAW: natural born artists presents ILLUMINARE, Thursday July 21^st 

National arts organization remixes Mercy Lounge with a collaboration of fashion, art, dance, film and music; adding a sprinkle of Los Angeles flair to the Nashville night scene.

NASHVILLE, TN- RAW: natural born artists, a Southern California based indie arts organization launched nationally in January 2011. After producing monthly showcases in over 16 cities RAW creates a national platform for local artist and event goers.

On Thursday, July 21^st RAW will return with its 6^th show at the famous Mercy Lounge entitled ILLUMINARE. The show will feature over 18 talented artists covering several artistic genres. This show will spotlight: stage design by Erica Edmonson of 615 Design; music video by Chancellor Warhol (BMI) “I’m On” featuring Drupy; musical performances by Southern Quill (BMI) and Miami duo, Radar vs. Wolf; fashion show featuring clothing designer Emily Swinson of Madness Is (Posh Boutique) and accessories by Discrete Jewelry and Nikkay Fashions. Local visual artists include Hilary Romaine, Mickey Masters, Southern Milk, Modern Movement, Blue Owl Design and LIVE art show by Heather Bellgardt and Lisa Gardiner of PBJ Creations; dance performance by Keith Fitzpatrick, local choreographer and studio owner.

The event will start promptly at 8pm with live entertainment all night long. Cocktail attire is required. Purchase tickets at www.rawartists.org/nashville/illuminare.

RAW: natural born artists is an eco friendly organization that provides tools and resources to the arts community. Los Angeles based Advisory Board consists of Kristen Segal of Fred Segal, Bob Moore of Citadel Radio, Shana Nys Dambrot of Flavor Pill among other business owners.

“RAW helps propel the art scene in Nashville to a national level providing a connective tissue to the other cities. With so many misconceptions of what Nashville is, RAW will help rebrand the city and give light to our multi-faceted creative scene.” - RAW alum, Ciciley Hoffman of mode.

For more information, please contact Nashville@RAWartists.org.

Click here to purchase tickets for my girl at Blue Owl Design.

Hillsboro Art Crawl: July 14, 2011

In celebration of Bastille Day, the Hillsboro Art Crawl has moved to tomorrow, Thursday, July 14, 2011. The event takes place from 5:00 to 8:00 pm and features artists, musicians, mimes, live paintings, French poetry readings, and a variety of French baked goods. Also, participating stores like Pangaea and Fire Finch will be hosting the festivities. And it may be hot tomorrow, but cool down with some crisp Skyy Vodka and French wine. See you there!

Modest Is More Fashion Show: June 17, 2011

The Modest is More fashion show will be held Friday, June 17, 2011 from 8:00 to 10:30 at Rocketown. This show is "designed to promote modest clothes" in an attempt to showcase that sexy does not mean scandalous. Find out more details about the show and RSVP to Facebook here. 




Special Guests Include:
Ashthon Jones
Marthia Sides
Melissa Tabor
Mrs. Tennessee
and the list is still growing

Sponsors include:

Vitamin Water
Rocketown
K&G Fashion
Chick-Fil-A
Ashley Stewart
The Art Institute of Tennessee
Chomco
ThirtySeven 200
Project 615
JCarney PR Group
and many more......

You dont want to miss this event
Tickets are on sale now
for more information call
615-592-MADE
or visit
http://iam7even.com/

'Ladies of the House' Fashion Show: May 20, 2011

This event has a whole lot going on! The 'Ladies of the House' fashion show will take place Friday, May 20, 2011 from 7:00 PM  - 11:00 PM at Mad Donnas (1313 Woodland Street). Could be interesting..... here are the details from and RSVP to Facebook here:

The little East Nashville restaurant/club on the corner that you know and love, Mad Donnas, is hosting a fashion and trunk show EXCLUSIVELY for for the Ladies of the House! Photographer Kelly Searcy, owner K's Imagery, will have a photo booth to capture all of the fun we'll be having that night! 

It's time for Spring Cleaning with your favorite Mad Donna's DJs, Samme and Jane Dupree. Your Divas, Gina Sutton and Mandi 'Babz' Warpenburg, The Diva Model Crew and Milton White, Owner of The Fashion Office, invite you to enjoy a night of House Music, a special catwalk presentation at 8PM, $5 martinis (til 10PM) and the hottest designer jeans in Nashville! Bring your heels and dancing shoes - this is going to be a night to remember (and show off on Facebook)!

Denim Divas of Nashville is your source for women's designer jeans at up to 50% off. They will have over 100 jeans, capris, shorts and skirts for you to try on, LOVE, buy and take home! Sizes run 0-15, priced around $48-$92. Some of the brands spotted include Seven for All Mankind, William Rast, J-Brand, Hudson, Peoples, Paige, LA Idol, Grace in LA - you'll have to be there to see what else is in store!

Sabrina Washington, owner of Discrete Jewelry Co., will also be displaying some of her spring pieces for sale! Think 'sophisticated, fabulous and chic' Nashville-style!

Enter to win some FABULOUS prizes by signing our email list!

Gina Sutton, Denim Divas: http://www.facebook.com/msginasutton

Milton White, The Fashion Office: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=587760945

Kelly Searcy, K's Imagery: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=565129135

Jane Dupree, DJ/Hardworks Media: http://www.facebook.com/janedupree

Samme Diaz, DJ/TN House Music Collective: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000084913234

Sabrina Washington, Discrete Jewelry: http://www.facebook.com/DiscreteJewelry

Josie Eli, Makeup: http://www.facebook.com/josie.queen

Lindsey Smith-Chaney, Hair Stylist: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000222015573&ref=ts

www.madonnas.com

Glitter and Glam to Benefit Agape Animal Rescue: July 17, 2011

Glitter and Glam is back for another year of interesting fashion and an even better cause. This year’s event takes place July 17, 2011 at Loews Vanderbilt Hotel (2100 West End Ave.) from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This fashion show features doggie couture designs from Linda Higgins, complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres, a red carpet, and a first class silent and live auction. Dress is cocktail attire and all proceeds from the event benefit Agape Animal Rescue. Tickets are $60 and can be purchased here.

Here are the details about the event as posted on Agape Animal Rescue’s website:

Featured doggie designer Linda Higgins.

Join us on July 17, 2011, when Kacy Hagerty from WSMV’s “Better Nashville” will host Nashville's most unique fashion show of the year. This night of elegance will go to the dogs-literally. That's when Loews Vanderbilt Hotel will roll out the red carpet for the third annual Glitter & Glam: A Wine Tasting and Fashion Show for the Animals.

Hosted by Agape, Glitter and Glam will be held from 5-8 pm. This year's show will feature glamorous doggie couture designs from designer Linda Higgins, doggie embellishments by Come, Sit, Stay and of course, the crowd-pleasing doggie models strutting their stuff down the runway.

Plus we are expecting more than $15,000 worth of amazing silent and live auction items including: weekend retreats for your pets, fabulous art pieces, unique Nashville Predators merchandise, and much more! You will not want to miss this over the top auction! 
This is a great chance to enjoy complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres, fashion, and darling furry friends while saving rescued dogs' lives — all in one night!

"Last year's event was a great success, and this year's will be bigger and better," says Agape founder and director, Tanya Willis. "It will commemorate how far we've come and how many lives have been saved through our efforts."

We invite you to spend this fabulous evening with us while making a difference in the lives of animals in need.

For the animals,

Agape Animal Rescue

photo credit: http://www.agaperescue.org/index.php

Naked Without Us: Fashion & Music Festival: May 11 - May 14, 2011

Nashville Fashion Week may be over, but the fashion festivals haven't stopped! Naked Without Us is back with another year of fashionable collections by local designers and a whole lot of rock and roll! The dates are set (May 11 - May 14, 2011) and the bands are booked. Designers have yet to be released, but seriously, you won't be disappointed. Tickets are $10 for every night except Thursday ($5) and can only be purchased at the door. 

Haven't been to NWU before? Here's a little about their mission as detailed on the NWU website: 

"NAKED WITHOUT US strives to be the aesthetic heart of independent community emphasizing the rich currents of EVERYONE’S creative culture. NWU wants to empower people socially, culturally and economically through non- profit events such as fashion shows, pop-up retail and festival in aiming to build awareness of independent bands, designers, models and to continually garner coverage for YOUR community."

Oh, and be sure to check out their uh-mazzzzzzzing sponsors. Wait, who's that sponsor I see on the bottom of every flyer? Why, it's the Art Institute of Tennessee-Nashville's Fashion & Retail Management department. HOLLA!

Keep updated with Nashville Fashion Blog for more details about this event.

A Benefit Birthday Party for Manuel: April 16, 2011

It’s that time again for Manuel’s annual birthday bash! This event will take place Saturday, April 16, 2011 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Manuel’s (1922 Broadway). Here are the details as listed on the Facebook invite:

More Info Dear Friends,

Many of you locals probably will receive a postcard in the mail in addition to this email within the next week, but we wanted to reach out and make sure all of Manuel's friends from all over and since way back when received this invitation. As you probably know by now--from the "For Sale" sign in front of our beloved building and the slew of deals we've thrown your way via Facebook--it's been a hard couple years her...e at Manuel's. But yet another birthday is fast-approaching (the big 78 this year!), and we've planned a special little something for everyone.

For the past 20-odd years, Manuel has hosted an annual bash--the Goliath of birthday throw-downs--at his home known infamously as the Mountain. We want to celebrate another year of Manuel and find a way to thank you, his family and friends, for your love and loyalty. In light of our hardships, however, we're switching things up a bit, and we think you all will be happy to participate.

On Saturday, April 16th, from noon til 6PM, we are having a birthday celebration with booze, tunes and rhinestones in our Midtown showroom in hopes of reviving the business. The $20 entrance fee gets you inside the event and an all-you-can-drink wristband. Bands will play from 12-6; Dos Equis and VnC Cocktails provide libations; authentic Mexican tacos will be for sale on our patio; and upon entrance, all guests receive a raffle ticket for the chance to win a one-of-a-kind Manuel jacket. To up your chances of winning the prize, buy additional raffle tickets for $5.

Please come to celebrate Manuel's birthday and to give this iconic brand and legendary man the comeback they deserve.

Salud!

The Gang at Manuel's

Email jessejustin.cuevas@gmail.com for any inquiries. Please do not email to ask about performing. All bands and show times have been arranged and confirmed.

Cause For Paws: April 6, 2011

It's a little short notice, but I had to post this wonderful event held by the Nashville Humane Association. Here are the details as listed on the NHA website:

Join us at one of Nashville's most fabulous events!

Cause For Paws
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Belle Meade Country Club
11:00 AM
Social Hour, Silent Auction, Luncheon and Fashion Show by JAMIE

Julia Colton Award will be presented to Gigi Grimstad

2011 Event Co-Chairs:
Caroline Armstrong and Meg White

To purchase tickets, please click here.


Please click here to see all the wonderful auction items available at this year's 23rd Annual Cause for Paws Fashion Show and Luncheon. The auction opens at 11 a.m. and will close at 12:15 p.m. So plan to arrive early and bid often in support of the Nashville Humane Association.

For questions regarding the event, please call Lisa at (615) 354-6342

Win Two Tickets to the Iroquois Steeplechase Lookbook Fashion Show & Marketplace: $250 Value

I had previously posted about the annual Iroquois Steeplechase Lookbook Fashion Show & Marketplace taking place April 14, 2011. And now thanks to StyleBluePrint, you can win two VIP tickets to this event valued at $250!! Enter here to win.

Tim Gunn to Speak at Vanderbilt: April 5, 2011

With Nashville Fashion Week in full swing and designer Christian Siriano to show tonight, how appropriate is this? Tim Gunn will be coming to Nashville on April 5, 2011 to speak on all things fashion and design. Read the full article about the event here. Also, the event is free for Vanderbilt students, faculty members, and employees and $10 for the public and can be purchased here. 


This will not be the fashion celebrity's first time in Nashville.. I remember I was at Green Hills Mall about a year ago and he was hosting some sort of event in the large space around BCBG and Kate Spade. Maybe it was another lecture? Or what to wear for spring? Either way, I just remember rounding the corner of the Godiva and saying aloud, "Oh, that's Tim Gunn." 


photo credit: Bravo Photo: Mark Abrahams