DC FASHION WEEK: Behind The Scenes and The Red Carpet

DC ON HEELS IS READY FOR SOME FASHION!

About DC Fashion Week: DC Fashion Week is considered one of the fastest growing international fashion week exhibits in the world and is held twice a year in February and September. 

DC Fashion Week now reaches an audience of more than 10 million per fashion week. “DC Fashion Week has opened many doors for models, designers and creative people,” said  Ean Williams,  Executive Director of DC Fashion Week. (Who is also a designer.)  “Fresh from my collection debut European appearance at Fashion Showcase in Belgrade in June, our mission to establish Washington as an international center of fashion is becoming more of a reality than just a vision.”

 


I went behind the scenes last year at the French Embassy where one of the fashion shows took place and spoke with Ean about DC Fashion. Take a peek at my interviews  with all of the models, designers, hair and make-up artists too! So much  goes  into producing such a beautiful seamless fashion show. So take a look at what really goes down, hours before the show!  

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In part 2 of our DC Fashion Week coverage Markette hits the red carpet at the French Embassy and interviews local designers and more.  

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Watch us today on TBD live at 4:30 with Morris Jones for our new weekly entertainment segment. We will be talking about DC Fashion Week and lots more!  Let us know what you think we should talk about next week. FACEBOOK us your suggestions! 

Besos xoxoxoxo

Vanessa

"Falling" into Fashion

FALL INTO FASHION: WE FELL IN LOVE

Markette, myself and our stilettos were out in full force on Saturday emceeing the "Fall into Fashion Show" at the Grand Plaza of Fairfax corner hosted by Bella Mia Weddings and Events. (photos by Mike Stog )

The event ROCKED. There were so many incredible fall fashions this year. In fact they were so incredible that Markette and I beelined it to one of the stores right after the show, after seeing one of the most fabulous dresses on one of the models.

Gray dress shown on left

The day was gorgeous and after seeing all of the upcoming trends for the fall we made our way to the Pinkberry stand for a well deserved frozen yogurt with delicious toppings.

Over $400 dollars in gift cards were given away and between the live music entertainment and vendor booths on hand representing all different kinds of products and services we couldn't have asked for a better day. We had a blast emceeing the event!

Sue from the W Salon did my gorgeous updo and their booth had so many great products and services on hand.

(Vanessa and Markette pictured with Souny West Owner of W Salon)

Thanks to photographer Mike Stog for capturing all of these moments from the event.

Tammy Kafami (pictured left) and Anita Triggs principal owners of Bella Mia Weddings and Events

Models wore clothing and shoes from Aerosoles, Lucy Active Wear, White House Black Market and Chicos to name a few.

(Jack stole the show!)

See you on the streets! xoxoxo Vanessa

CASTING CALL: Mother, Daughter Model Chicks

Do people always tell you that you look like Chanel Iman?

Are folks always stopping your mom on the street to tell her she looks like Iman or Beverly Johnson OR how much you two look like sisters? (BTW, Chanel Iman and Iman are not related.)

Well, this might be just the thing for you. The production company behind the BET show My Black is Beautiful is looking for hot moms and daughters.

Here's what the producer's are looking for:

• Moms & daughters who look like sisters (daughter has to be 18 or older)
• Women over 50 who look great for their age (who look 10 years or younger)
• Girlfriends who are over 50 and in good shape (who work out, walk, jog, etc.)

If you and your mom (or your mom and her girlfriends) fit the bill, then email your name, number and and photo to: mbibtv@evolutionusa.com....but hurry they are taping tomorrow!

-- Markette

(BTW, I found the original casting notice here: http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/tfr/1634606504.html)

Fashion For Hope 2009

TTS attended the must see event for all fashionistas and humanitarians alike!!

WHAT: FASHION FOR HOPE 2009
WHEN: Sunday October 18, 2009
WHERE: The Grand Westin - 2350 M Street Washington, D.C.

Women for Women International and Inner Expressions came together for a must-see runway event that showcased fashions by local designers. These designers highlighted there skills and creativity on the catwalk-- and all for a good cause. Women for Women International mobilizes women to change their lives; many whom have lost everything in conflict or live in war- torn, poverty stricken regions. WFWI helps turn these women from victims to survivors. All proceeds from this event helped support the organizations projects and programs. Check out the models designers and participants of the event!

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