[DESIGN.DEFINE.DETROIT]
[2661 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216]
[ www.designdefinedetroit.com ]
Design.Define.Detroit: Aims to create sustainable fashion industry in Detroit
After Fashion in Detroit's successful second run, the fashion industry is causing a buzz in the Motor City.
[2661 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216]
[ www.designdefinedetroit.com ]
Design.Define.Detroit: Aims to create sustainable fashion industry in Detroit
After Fashion in Detroit's successful second run, the fashion industry is causing a buzz in the Motor City.
Taking place on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at 5e Gallery, 2661 Michigan Avenue in Detroit from 4pm-2am,
Design.Define.Detroit (DDD) will unite the city's top fashion virtuosos to build a sustainable fashion industry.
This event will discuss opportunities to create thriving new business models to lead consumers and enthusiasts
in the direction for a durable future by utilizing the city's hidden jewels.
Unlike traditional fashion shows, DDD is dedicated to the emergence of building industry connections. With its inaugural event,
Unlike traditional fashion shows, DDD is dedicated to the emergence of building industry connections. With its inaugural event,
DDD will showcase all aspects of the business while mobilizing buying power in support of creating a sufficient fashion industry in Detroit.
"There's a need in our creative circles for education geared toward emerging designers on how to increase their marketability
"There's a need in our creative circles for education geared toward emerging designers on how to increase their marketability
while shedding light on important global and local obstacles," said Ris Tena, DDD co-director and RI$I$M.com editor.
DDD will kick off with a red carpet, media and cocktail hour. Inspiring fashion students, DDD will hold a paper doll contest and exhibition.
DDD will kick off with a red carpet, media and cocktail hour. Inspiring fashion students, DDD will hold a paper doll contest and exhibition.
A star-studded discussion panel features industry professionals; designer Sarah Lapinski, designer Cedi Johnson, designer Mark England, Congressman John Conyers and Slows BBQ owner Phil Cooley.
Ready for international business, the runway showcase will highlight established stylists and designers; Femilia Couture, Eugenia Paul, Cameron Zachery, Makini Ahket, Von Jour Reece, Detroit City Council President Charles Pugh and Ziam Penn. The event culminates with an after-party for networking opportunities along with live entertainment from artists continuing the legacy of the Motown sound.
Event Schedule:
4:00pm - Doors Open
5:00-6:00pm - Discussion Panel
6:00-7:00pm - Media Hour/Cocktail Hour
7:00-7:45pm - Opening Video and Stylist Showcase
7:45-8:00pm - Intermission
8:00-9:00pm - Designer Showcase
9:00pm-2:00am - After Party/Networking/Entertainment
Ticket Cost:
Pre-sale general admission - $15
General admission at the door - $20
Official after party - $10
To make ticket purchases, please visit:
Event Schedule:
4:00pm - Doors Open
5:00-6:00pm - Discussion Panel
6:00-7:00pm - Media Hour/Cocktail Hour
7:00-7:45pm - Opening Video and Stylist Showcase
7:45-8:00pm - Intermission
8:00-9:00pm - Designer Showcase
9:00pm-2:00am - After Party/Networking/Entertainment
Ticket Cost:
Pre-sale general admission - $15
General admission at the door - $20
Official after party - $10
To make ticket purchases, please visit:
http://www.neptix.com/events/2762/
DDD is set to impact all areas of the growing Motown fashion industry from suppliers of raw materials to designers and manufacturers to big brands and niche retail outlets.
"It's such an important and timely movement for the global fashion industry.
DDD is set to impact all areas of the growing Motown fashion industry from suppliers of raw materials to designers and manufacturers to big brands and niche retail outlets.
"It's such an important and timely movement for the global fashion industry.
It will challenge businesses to look beyond immediate benefits and use their collective power to create a successful fashion industry,"
said DDD co-director and international fashion photographer, Piper Carter.
Official sponsors include; Risism.com, 5e Gallery, The NYLA Report, FORMzine, Street Culture Mash,
Official sponsors include; Risism.com, 5e Gallery, The NYLA Report, FORMzine, Street Culture Mash,
Get The Connection, Sole Sisters, B Flyy Creations, Edible Arrangements, En Garde Detroit and Vitamin Water.