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Fit 2 Print Fashion Show: Review

A totally biased re-cap of the fashion show that stole my life.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Jun 10, 2011 at 08:00AM Speech Bubble 1 Comments

Photo: Rachel Decker

Portland Monthly’s showgirl!

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Alright, it’s atrocious I have yet to do a recap of the fashion show I helped put on when I write about them for a living, but those suckers will take a lot out of you. Saturday night was the 13th annual Art Institute of Portland’s fashion show, called Fit 2 Print. I spent months working on this show as the co-chair with my fellow amazing co-chair, film and television stylist Kami Gray, and the heart of the fashion department – program director Sue Bonde.

For the first time in history the show sold out days in advance (which resulted in my inbox flooded with requests for a secret ticket stash I did not have) and 900-ish folks crammed into Pure Space to see one hell of a show. With a VIP room flowing with PoMo’s (the Portland Monthly inspired signature cocktail by the genius Chef John Paulk) and silent auction buzzing with deals on everything from signature Gretchen Jones’ pieces to heavenly spa packages the mood was festive and chatty.

Photo: Rachel Decker

Our first act was dedicated to design collaborations between one graphic design and one fashion design student where they accepted the challenge to make a garment that said something. Act II was all about the graduating student’s senior collection they had spent the last 9 months chained to a sewing machine for. I cannot claim to be an unbiased journalist here since many of these students sat in my classroom in the past and the show was a labor of love for many of us. But I will say I am so proud of the work they put in and I know we will be hearing big things about them soon.

For even more photos: OSI Photography

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Fit 2 Print Fashion Show

I’m co-chairing a fashion show. Wouldn’t you like to come?

Posted by: Eden Dawn on Jun 01, 2011 at 09:00AM Speech Bubble 1 Comments

Photo: OSI Photography

This wedding gown made from Portland Bride & Groom magazine’s is part of the excitement you’ll see Sat night.

I am going to preface this blog post by saying it is the most biased one I’ll ever do. But, you should run out and buy tickets to The Art Institute’s 13th annual fashion show, entitled Fit 2 Print, for which I am co-chair of. Now that I have revealed my inner connections, I am still correct when I say you need to be at this show Saturday night.

Every year The Art Institute puts on a grand fashion show with approximately 1,000 of their closest friends in attendance. The show is a fundraiser for the Creative Art Scholarship fund that benefits all the majors at the college. Translation: you coming to check out hot outfits on the runway is helping pay for someone’s dream education. The show consists of 17 graduating (or graduated this year) student designers presenting their senior collections, which is the result of nearly a year of work.

The opening act changes each year depending on the theme and this year’s is a homerun. “Fit 2 Print”, is an inspired collaboration between contemporary fashion and graphic design. This creative collection includes dresses made entirely from the show’s sponsor’s upcycled print collateral: A wedding dress assembled from the deconstructed covers of Portland Bride & Groom magazine; cocktail attire fashioned out of actual 35mm filmstrips; even a Las Vegas showgirl’s costume made entirely of hand-torn Portland Monthly magazines.

Photo: OSI Photography

Portland Monthly showgirl!

It’s a total of 52 designers and one of the largest shows in the entire Pacific Northwest. Come before the show and peruse our silent auction with one-of-a-kind pieces from Project Runway winner Gretchen Jones, hotel and fitness packages, jewelry, spa packages and many other items donated from the Portland community. After the show stick around and get your groove on under the guide of DJ Gregarious kicking out the best tunes in town while you mingle with designers, models and fashion folks. But you had better act fast. I heard rumor we only have 50 tickets left for the whole show!

Fit 2 Print Fashion Show
Saturday, June 4th
Silent Auction begins at 6pm
Show at 8pm, after-party to follow
To purchase visit: www.thefineartoffashion.org

View video snippets from last year’s show!

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First Thursday

First Thursday Fashion

It happened twelve times a year, the First Thursday of the month.

Posted by: Eden Dawn on May 05, 2011 at 09:00AM Speech Bubble 0 Comments

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Today is a double doozy of both First Thursday and Cinco De Mayo. This means going out and enjoying the world is mandatory. I’ll be at The Art Institute of Portland’s Gallery for their opening night of the Dress Rehearsal exhibit. The garments are the first Act of their upcoming Fit 2 Print fashion show on June 4th, for which I am co-chair of. The theme of the pieces is about the relationship between graphic design and fashion design, with each item meant to say something. And part of what it says is “Thank you sponsors!” with gowns made out of upcycled materials from the businesses supporting the show. This includes us, so it you’re interested in seeing a wedding gown made entirely of Portland Monthly magazines, get on down to the opening reception tonight or pop by in the next two weeks. As for the fashion show itself, more on that later.

The Art Institute of Portland
Dress Rehearsal Gallery Show
1122 Northwest Davis, 6-8pm
Show runs May 5th-29th

Alchemy Jeweler

1022 NW Lovejoy
Portland, Or
6:00-9:00pm

Join us this First Thursday to help raise money for p;ear. We will be selling tickets for the annual p;ear fun-raiser and 5% of all sales for the evening will go directly to help p;ear.

Preview the beautiful hand crafted pear created by David Iler exclusively for the p;ear event live auction.

Lizard Lounge

1323 Northwest Irving Street
Portland, Or

First Thursday is this week. Koi Fusion, Fifty Licks Ice Cream and Widmer Brothers Brewery to celebrate. Sample music from the featured band for the evening… The Lonesome Billies.

Nobal Home

110 NW 9th Ave
Portland, OR 97209

Mango Margaritas in honor of Cinco de Mayo, plus a showcasing of gifts for Mother’s Day this Sunday

The North Face

1202 NW Davis St
Portland, Or
8:00pm-9:15pm

Movie Night: UNDER THE INFLUENCE is about people, places and moments that define our riding. This film scatters the globe in search of unique terrain and conditions. Enjoy awesome music and unbelievable lines in Pemerton, BC Haines AK, Jackson Hole, Wy…..GET INSPIRED!!

Popina Swimwear Boutique

318 NW 11th Avenue
Portland, OR

BootsnAll Travel and Popina Swimwear — the largest women’s swimwear store in the Pacific Northwest featuring the retro inspired Popina brand, are teaming up to host a monthly event for Portland’s First Thursday!

Come out to Popina’s new location in the Pearl on Thursday, May 5, 2011 to chat travel with the BootsnAll Travel crew, plan your next getaway with Popina’s retro-inspired swimwear, and grab some “liquid Aloha” courtesy of Kona Brewing or some refreshing Vitamin Water!

This month to celebrate Cinco de Mayo we are going to lead a discussion about visiting the Mexican Riviera. The talk will be lead by Popina owners Will and Pamela Levenson and Bootsnall staff. So come to chat travel, learn something new about the Mexican Rivera enjoy a free Kona Brewing beer, and enter to win great prizes:
*2 First Class upgrades on Alaska Airlines
*$75 travel voucher from Alaska Airlines
*An Ellington travel bag

Lululemon Athletica Pearl District

1231 NW Couch Street
Portland, OR
7:30-8:30 pm

First Thursday Yoga with Tiffany Cruikshank and DJ Gray Matter

We want YOU to join us in celebration of the first Thursday in May!

Enjoy a complimentary, all-levels yoga class led by ambassador Tiffany Cruikshank along with the sweet beats of live DJ Gray Matter.

Class begins at 7:30 PM, so arrive early to check out the freshest luon arrivals and stake out a spot for your mat!

Stick around after class to truly experience the benefits of your yoga practice (and the wine and treats provided by us). Bring a mat and 3 friends, and get ready for a great time!

EcoVibe Apparel

921 NW Everett Street
Portland, OR
6:00-9:00pm

First Thursday Trunk Show and Mother’s Day Gift Event

Join us this First Thursday for a trunk show with Sseko Designs. Come by for a sip and nibble, meet founders Liz and Ben, try on a pair of these fantastic sandals and learn how they are helping to empower talented and brilliant women in Africa through employment and education.

Folly

1005 NW 16th
Portland, Or
6pm

Folly Celebrates Its 3 Year Anniversary

Food, drinks, fashion, and fun! Plus major bargains on vintage slips all night long.. how about buy 2 slips get one free! Slips starting at $10.

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SHOP TALK

Fit 2 Print Fashion Show: Review

Fit 2 Print Fashion Show

First Thursday Fashion

Alchemy Jeweler

Lizard Lounge

Nobal Home

The North Face

Popina Swimwear Boutique

Lululemon Athletica Pearl District

EcoVibe Apparel

Folly

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