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Wednesday, January 14, 2015 • Christian Fashion Week
The word is out - an initial list of 11 fashion designers who will be showcasing at The Final Season of Christian Fashion Week has been released! More news and updates coming over the next few weeks leading up to the most explosive fashion showcase we have ever done.
Today, the organizers of the world's only fashion week from a Christian worldview announced the initial version of its fashion designer lineup for Christian Fashion Week 2015. Eleven designers were listed in the lineup, including two Indian-inspired designers. The showcase, titled 'The Final Season' is slated to be the organization's last show as Christian Fashion Week begins its shift in focus towards activism in the coming year.
"The designers that we have chosen for The Final Season represent a wide spectrum of choices available for men and women who hold modesty as a core value," explained Executive Director, Jose Gomez. "However, what is of more significance is the fact that each brand in our showcase has also paid special attention to environmental and human rights concerns. There is a culture of sustainability as well as social and environmental responsibility that counts for much more than regulating hemlines and cleavage."
Indian-inspired fashion will be taking a more prominent role in Christian Fashion Week 2015 with designers Viji Reddy of Alamwar Textiles and Christian Fashion Week Alumna, Sumita Bhojwani with KalaXpress. Both designers also manufacture their own garments, closely maintaining ethical working conditions for their artisans as well as strict standards for waste management and sustainability.
Other designers include: Aleksandra Salo (Aleksandra Classic Design), alumna Angel Myers (Angel Myers Designs), Constance Franklin (ckfcreate by Constance), alumna Katie Martinez (Elegantees), celebrated Florida-native Essence Flowers (Essence Flower Designs), alumna Medinah Hagan-Morgan (Medi), alumna Vonique Mason-Edwards (Mikra), dance-inspired fashion by Tatjana Sladojvec (Noka Posh), and Kirsten Warner (OnePrize Performance).
The show will be held at The Vault in downtown Tampa, Florida on February 20th. General admission and VIP tickets are available now at www.christianfashionweek.com. Space is limited and sponsorships are still being accepted.
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Thursday, October 24, 2013 •
The fashion designer line up for Christian Fashion Week 2014 is complete! Find out who made the cut and who will be showcased in the world's only fashion week for the Christian community and lovers of modest style. We are so excited!
After months of searching the globe for talented fashion
designers, Christian Fashion Week announced the full line up for Christian
Fashion Week 2014. Over 60 applications were submitted through the organization's
website but only 17 designers were chosen for the February 2014 showcase. The
following is a list of the fashion designers chosen to participate:
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Julia Chew / Xiaolin (Enchanting, alluring garments)
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Sumita Bhojwani / KalaXpress (Indian fusion)
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Dali Hernandez / House of Dali (for the working
woman)
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Rene Scarborough / 2 Coconuts (Swimwear)
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Wildy Sanchez, Katie Martinez, Sarah
McPhillips / Elegantees (Relaxed, edgy,
modern femininity)
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Bine & Bass (Menswear)
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Vonique Mason / Mikra (Ebenezer Collection)
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Elaine Grullon / EJ Fashion and Design
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Ricc Rollins / Classic Gentlemen (Menswear)
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Damaris Rubio (Styles from the Dominican
Republic)
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Roy Smoothe / Just Cool (Menswear from the UK)
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Jonathan Allen / Narrowgate (UK)
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Ronnisha Tolefree / Aura Boutique (Elegant
fabrics, edgy looks)
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Jessica Rios / All Brides 2 Be (Bridal)
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Rachel Weathersby / Madame Weathersby (Couture
with European flair)
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Angel Myers / Angel Myers Designs (Plus Size)
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Medinah Hagan-Morgan (Suits)
The designers' entrance fees will be sponsored by four faith-based
companies - NetMinistry, TruModel, VStylist, and Tampa Headshots.
"It took longer than expected to carefully look through each
designer's application and the design samples that were sent to us," commented
Fashion Director, Mayra Gomez. "We want quality designers who were going to
produce garments that were going to be unique, stylish, and representative of
what our event is known for. We are confident that we have found that in our
17."
Christian Fashion Week originally announced that it would showcase
16 fashion designers for its 2014 showcase. However, plans changed after the fashion
designers applications began flooding in and it became more and more difficult
to narrow the participants down to a smaller group.
"We are honored to have several of last year's participants with
us again," said Jose Gomez, Executive Director for Christian Fashion Week speaking
of 2013 fashion designers Julia Chew, Sumita Bhojwani, and Rene Scarborough. "We
could have put on a show for them alone. But, with the addition of the 14 other
designers we have chosen, Christian Fashion Week 2014 is sure to be a thrilling
experience."
Christian Fashion Week will be holding model auditions for
its over 100 applications in November. Tickets for Christian Fashion Week 2014
will go on sale December 1.
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Friday, January 4, 2013 • Christian Fashion Week
With one month left before the first Christian Fashion Week in history, CFW announces its full designer line up for 2013. The show, scheduled for February 9, will feature an impressive mixture of couture fashions designed with modesty in mind. Featured designers include Carmelita Couture, Evelyn Lambert, Franco Montoro, the ethereal Julia Chew, Sandra Hagan, and Sumita Bhojwani. The latest addition to the line-up also includes a debut bridal collection from celebrity stylist, Alma Vidovic.
With one month left before the first Christian Fashion Week in history, CFW announces its full designer line up for 2013. The show, scheduled for February 9, will feature an impressive mixture of couture fashions designed with modesty in mind. Featured designers include Carmelita Couture, Evelyn Lambert, Franco Montoro, the ethereal Julia Chew, Sandra Hagan, and Sumita Bhojwani. The latest addition to the line-up also includes a debut bridal collection from celebrity stylist, Alma Vidovic.
"The buzz about Christian Fashion Week has grown to what I call a 'heart cry'," said Jose Gomez, co-founder of Christian Fashion Week and President of the Fashion Industry Association. "People are expressing gratitude that an event like this even exists, and that they have hoped for someone to create fashion they could be proud of wearing as modest men and women."
Alma Vidovic is a bridal designer specializing in sophisticated, eclectic, and timeless bridal gowns designed to tell a visual story. Carmelita Couture is a clothing line that is created by Divine inspiration, offering a tantalizing visual that awakens the spiritual. Evelyn Lambert is a New York-based designer who brings classic style with innovative design for women on the go looking for quality clothing and endurance. Venezuelan-born Franco Montoro is a global, fashion trend setting icon. He was nominated for Best Avant-Garde Designer where he ranked third in this category. Dreamy, ethereal dresses are the core of Julia Chew's design aesthetic. Fashion designer, stylist, artist of clothing that is timeless and feminine, beautifully made inside and out, Sandra Hagen's designs are all about the details. A fashion designer from Delhi, India and studied at the University of South Florida, Sumita Bhojwani's clothes and designs derive inspiration from ethnic Indian culture and include a diverse blend of design elements from India with fusion wear also a significant part of her collection.
About Christian Fashion Week
Christian Fashion Week 2013 is the first fashion week ever created to showcase modest fashion and focused on the Christian market. Designers, regardless of worldview or religious affiliation, have been issued a challenge to create a clothing line for the modest woman without sacrificing style. The organization is now in discussion with over 160 designers from all over the world, working to narrow the selection down to just seven designers. There will also be a special woman-only swimwear show prior to the main event.
