2. 2015 SHOW SCHEDULE
PRODUCTION–READY
DESIGNERS
EMERALD CITY TRAPEZE ARTS
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2015
7:00 – 10:00 PM
Richard Sherman
N. Spekktor
BBD Fitness
Like A Rockstar
Desi Designs
Elizabeth Jane Swimwear
Kate Kinkle Designs
Indashio
PRODUCTION–READY
DESIGNERS
EMERALD CITY TRAPEZE ARTS
FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2015
7:00 – 10:00 PM
Beyond Threads
House of Gina Marie
Poppy & Bloom
11 Degrees South
Ravishing Marketplace
Thoki Tafeni Designs
Joshua Christensen
Michelle Lesniak
CUSTOM COUTURE
DESIGNERS
EMERALD CITY TRAPEZE ARTS
SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2015
7:00 – 10:00 PM
Karen Ashley Fashion
House of Halm by Maria Ham
Morifú
Julie Danforth Design
Erika Bond
Dream Dresses by P.M.N.
Juleano
Justin Zachary Bartle
Boulevard Magenta by Wendy Ohlendorf
3. ABOUT SEATTLE
FASHION WEEK
Seattle Fashion Week (SFW) is an exciting week-
long event showcasing an impressive cluster of
local fashion designers to buyers and consumers
alike. Our mission is to raise visibility to the amazing
fashion we have here in the Northwest. It’s a well-
kept secret that Seattle is number 8 in top 20 US
Metros for Fashion Designers, and one of 56 Fashion
Weeks worldwide.
The Pacific Northwest has built a style movement here
all on its own, keeping character and authenticity
in mind. The fashion industry here is a growing
community of innovative designers and a major area
of apparent talent that is paving the path for newness.
6. RICHARD SHERMAN
Richard Sherman has alloted us the opportunity to display his creations. Sherman has taken his
deeply instilled desire for success, belief within hard work and determination and expanded his
brand as a professional athlete to also incorporate his soon-to-be very successful apparel line
“Richard Sherman”. Sherman is currently recognized widely as one of the most dedicated and
hardest-working players in the league. Sherman’s success, character and devotion on and off
the field are echoed within his official apparel line.
RICHARDSHERMAN25.COM
N. SPEKKTOR
ETSY.COM/SHOP/NSPEKKTOR
7. BBD FITNESS
BBD Fitness is a luxury active wear line. BBD intertwines the use of chic active wear designs
and high quality materials to create and sustain each piece. The luxury line tastefully
incorporates a higher sense of femininity within their design palate and structure. BBD
stands for bold, brave and daring and together these words create the definitive qualities
of what they have deemed the fearless woman.
BBDFITNESS.COM
LIKE A ROCKSTAR
Like A Rockstar forged from an era that has come and passed. It is ultimately nearly 60 years
in the making. Culled from a passion within to marry the timeless, decadent fashions of the
70’s Stones heyday of hedonism and Rock’n’Roll excesses with the bespoke romanticism of Mod
London. Like A Rockstar stitches the fabrics and style of yesterday onto the flash of today.
LIKEAROCKSTAR.COM
8. DESI DESIGNS
Desi Designs is reminiscent of a true classic. Take the time to imagine Old Hollywood glamour
in unison with 21st century fashion. Desi Designs furnishes a timeless silhouette updated to
be adept within modern appeal. The line conveys a bold, but polished style that turns heads
and speaks to an uncommon level of sophistication. If Desi were a shoe, she would be a sleek,
black paten pump with a bright bow placed gracefully at the ankle.
DESI-DESIGNS.COM
ELIZABETH JANE SWIMWEAR
Elizabeth Jane Swimwear evokes details that intensely flirt with the boundary between
sport verses sexy. The incorporation of the swimwear collection’s intentional cuts, fit and
finish are all prominently concentrated upon an accentuating a woman’s positives. Elizabeth
Jane believes beauty is a state of mind and that inner beauty reflects the fresh, light-filled
glow of live on the beach. Elizabeth Jane supports each woman in creating a life she loves,
beginning with the way she looks and feels within her swimwear. Elizabeth Jane Swimwear
closely maintains the belief that every life can be a dream life and everyone deserves to feel
beautiful while living that beautiful life.
EJSWIM.COM
9. KATE KINKLE DESIGNS
Kate Kinkle is showcasing her fall/winter ready to wear line and jewelry collection. Kinkle’s
collection draws inspiration from witches and immortal goddesses. The framework for Kinkle’s
line is derived from the 90’s grunge and gothic era. Kinkle also draws great inspiration from
the healing powers and energies of gemstones, that in which you will significantly notice
throughout her stunning jewelry collection.
KATEKINKLEDESIGNS.COM
INDASHIO
INDASHIO is widely recognized within the fashion industry for being one of the youngest
designers to every showcase at New York Fashion Week. INDASHIO also acts as a UTV personality,
entrepreneur and prominent stylist. Since INDASHIO’s 2003 launch of his self-titled collection, he
has dressed an avalanche of well-known celebrities across various industries.
INDASHIO.COM
10. BEYOND THREADS
Beyond Threads was actualized by Cristina Dioguardi over 23 years ago. It was inspired
and derived from the love Cristina held towards her native country. The collection was co-
designed by her childhood friend in Peru, Alejandra. Throughout the years, Beyond Threads
has remained adherent to their commitment in creating original and timeless designs by
combining Peruvian craftsmanship and contemporary styling. Beyond Threads integrates
bold and neutral palettes keeping the essence and value of their line. The philosophy they
hold is to honor the people, the culture and the traditions of the artisans they work with.
BEYONDTHREADS.COM
POPPY & BLOOM
Poppy & Bloom brings you a collection of whimsical prints, timeless shapes, and flattering
silhouettes exclusively available in sizes 14- 24W. The company was founded on the truths
that beauty transcends size and life is too short to wear boring clothing. Each Poppy &
Bloom garment is designed with thoughtfulness for the woman who will be wearing it.
Our handcrafted designs are fit-tested by women of unique shapes and sizes, to ensure a
comfortable, confident, and flattering fit for all. Poppy & Bloom was designed by women, for
women, that want to share beauty, confidence, and vibrancy with the world.
POPPYANDBLOOM.COM
11. 11 DEGREES SOUTH
11 Degrees South uses beautiful Batik fabric to masterfully create works of art within the form
of scarves. The line aims to represent themselves through the use of elegance and distinction
within their design plates, they also saturate their designs with tangible versatility. The alluringly
timeless fabric “Batik” in which the scarves are made from is considered a formal attire. Women
culturally would often drape themselves within Batik for the purposes of attending weddings,
events of great influence and graduations. The transcending beauty of 11 Degrees South was
deeply influenced by the everyday dress within Indonesian culture.
11DSOUTH.COM
HOUSE OF GINA MARIE
House of Gina Marie is based upon the guiding principles of following your hjärta and discovering
your inner hoyden. House of Gina Marie is a collection of fearlessly tailored women’s apparel &
accessories. Make your statement, choose your position. The collection motivates their clients to
make their statement and choose their position. They also encourage dressing yourself with your
discerning eye, your distinct taste and your love for complex textures and simplistic style lines.
HOUSEOFGINAMARIE.COM
12. RAVISHING MARKETPLACE
Ravishing Marketplace is ONE STOP SHOP for FAHION & BEYOND located in heart of Redmond &
carrying designer and casual/contemporary apparel & accessories for women, men & kids. Ravishing
Marketplace is founded by Menka Soni and is tastefully influenced from trends, embroideries &
patterns from various states of India and much appreciated by those who care to wear quality
& designer stuff to match their personalities. Her collection is a diverse array of colorful clothing
and full line of designer Indian dresses, Western dresses, 100% Hand embroidered Chikan clothing,
shirts, tops, skirts, purses, & jewelry just to name a few which are irresistible & unique!
FACEBOOK.COM/RAVISHINGMARKETPLACE
THOKI TAFENI DESIGN
Thoki Tafeni is an award winning fashion designer from Cape Town, South Africa. She launched
her brand in 2011 after winning the Cape Town Fashion Week Fastrack competition. As a
representative of Cape Town fashion, she brings her international and African style to Seattle.
Her new range Bent, draws inspiration from Seattle’s famous bar Vito’s and style from the
American Jazz Age. Bent is a mashup of vintage style and modern edgy. It is feminine and
yet powerful, new and yet classic. I draw Inspiration for my work from all aspects of life. I am
particularly inspired by places, architecture, history, and art. design.
THOKITAFENI.COM
13. JOSHUA CHRISTENSEN
Joshua Christensen, from season 9 of Project Runway has come a long way from his hometown,
Snohomish, WA. After the show, Joshua continued his education and graduated from the masters
program at FIDM in Los Angeles. Joshua works from his studio in Los Angeles, CA taking clients
and providing amazing design and tailoring for both men and women. Joshua’s Spring/Summer
collection, entitled “Sneak Attack”, is inspired by his mother who made everyday beautiful
despite the routines and trials of life. Joshua and his many siblings would sneak up on their
mother and kiss her on the cheek when she wasn’t expecting it. This collection shows the
beauty and life of colors against the complex graphic prints in black and white.
JOSHUA-CHRISTENSEN.COM
MICHELLE LESNIAK
Michelle Lesniak, Project Runway’s Season 11 winner is known for her strong aesthetic and
quick wit. Michelle wowed both judges and viewers with her tenacity. Self-taught in both
garment design and leather working, her love of art, print, texture, and music comes through
to her final designs. Michelle is committed to staying in her native hometown of Portland.
Dedicated to local manufacturing and ethical business practices, Michelle is undoubtedly
playing a key role in shaping and growing the Portland Fashion Industry.
MICHELLELESNIAK.COM
14. Award-winning salons, Mercedes-Benz, New York & Nashville Fashion Week,
award-winning creative artists, three world tours, sought-after platform
artists and industry leading education programs are what Vann.Edge is built upon.
William Edge
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
prodEdgy
HAIR
Vann.Edge
SALON
SEATTLE
210.378.7610
“EITHER YOU DO YOUR DON’T.
EITHER YOU WILL OR YOU WONT.”
William Edge
HAIR • MAKEUP
NEW BRAUNFELS, DALLAS/FT. WORTH, NASHVILLE
16. KAREN ASHLEY DESIGNS
Karen Ashley Langley a local fashion designer in the greater Tacoma/Seattle area. The KAREN
ASHLEY line is a celebration of a woman’s femininity, elegance, beauty, strength; and of course,
embracing fashion. Not wanting to go the route of fast fashion, my design aesthetic is to incorporate
a thoughtful nod toward elements of trend; with timeless, classic, flawless, fashion; while always
employing the use of design elements and principles, to provide cohesion. Using the best materials
and construction as possible, I love to explore the balance of solids with patterns, or the contrast
of using straighter geometric lines with more softer and curvilinear lines.
KARENASHLEYFASHION.COM
HOUSE OF HALM BY MARIA HAM
The design esthetic for the House of Halm focuses on garments that women would feel comfortable
and confident in wearing from day to night, night to gym. Each piece can be intermixed with basics
that customers may already have in their wardrobe. House of Halm aims to be versatile, innovative
and maintain a grade of quality expected to match luxury designer labels. What ties the collection
together is the use of exposed zippers, trims and shapes as well as color combinations to focus on
mixing black and white with other colors. Attention to detail, fit, and revamping older trends by
adding a twist are the things that make this collection special.
MARIAHAM.COM
17. MORIFÚ
morifú is a representation of the collaborative efforts made between Joann and Anna.
morifú combines texture and a mixed media of custom clothes for everyday wear. morifú
is distinguished by the combinations used which employ asymmetrical cuts, mixed material
and techniques that tie this collection together. morifú’s further detailing is composed of
color mix and clash, in addition to lace inserts. The two co-founded the collection to merge
their fragments and build a forest together comprised of their handmade pieces.
MORI-FU.COM
JULIE DANFORTH DESIGN
Julie Danforth adopts inspiration from numerous famous designers of the 1960’s and the iconic
celebrities who wore them (think Audrey Hepburn). Julie Danforth manipulates the fashions of
that era and transforms them into today’s sophisticated tastes. Julie embeds classic design lines,
glam and beauty combined with subtle sexiness and sophistication. Her passion for creating the
perfect look and fit for each of her clients can be seen within all of her collections.
JULIEDANFORTHDESIGN.COM
18. ERIKA BOND
Known for her evening wear and lavish jewelry, Erika Bond delights us with stunning fabrics
embodying classic elegance. As a successful jewelry designer for the past four years, she has
been persuing her dream of fashion ever since she was a little girl. With quite the affliction
for high-end fabric, you will find her fabrics sourced from New York, Miami, Paris, London and
Italy. Erika plans to launch her own line of cohesive designer wears, including RTW, one-of-a-
kind looks, as well as jewelry and handbags.
FACEBOOK.COM/ERIKABONDJEWELRY
DREAM DRESSES BY P.M.N.
Dream Dresses by P.M.N. has implemented art-inspired designs, infused with elements of
Asian culture and combined them with modernized glamour. Each dress is designed and
individually tailored-to-measure, handcrafted with couture details and precise hand
beading. The inspiration, time, care and detail invested within each dress places them at a
level incomparable to off-the-rack garments.
ETSY.COM/SHOP/DREAMDRESSESBYPMN
19. JULEANO
JULEANO created this collection with the intent of exuding confidence and power. JULEANO
designs edgy, yet wearable clothing that reflects what an individual feels like on the outside.
JULEANO aspires for their clothing to look like art, but feel comfortable in the same regard.
The collection is tied together by the use of colors and custom made prints. The collection
also embraces the utilization of transparent details and lightweight fabrics, which ultimately
provide the desired movements. JULEANO holds the guiding principle that clothing pieces are
simply wearable art that should be taken with you throughout your lifetime.
JULEANO.COM
JUSTIN ZACHARY BARTLE
Justin Zachary specializes within creating remarkable, custom-designed, evening and bridal
gowns. He is amongst other accomplishments has been alloted the rare opportunity to showcase
his couture gowns at the Academy Awards and the Vanity Fair party. Zachary has participated in
various fashion shows as well as gained notable high profile clientele. In addition, he has worked
with many non-profit organizations furthering his undying passion for giving back. Justin Zachary
vows that he will not move forward on any design until his client is 100% satisfied with the outcome.
JUSTINZACHARYCOUTURE.COM/NEW-GALLERY
22. CHRISTOPHER CHAPMAN
CEO, Seattle Fashion Week
VYLA PHAVONG
Social Media Coordinator
AMY HINCHEY
Business Manager & Social Media Manager
ALANA ELISE
Marketing Writer
ALEXA HOUK
Social Media Coordinator
DOMINIC GOMEZ
Advertising Manager
N. BRIAN KUNTZ
Multimedia Designer
SABLE TALLEY
Graphic Designer & Blog Manager
KATIE KUNDA
AdvertisingCoordinator&SwagBagRockstar
MARINA FRYKHOLM
Media Manager
KYRA KARMICHAEL
Media Coordinator
ECHO CRAIG
Sponsorship Manager
BRANDON ROUGE
Social Media Coordinator
CAROLYN TRAINER
Media Coordinator
RUSS GARWOOD
Co-Host
23. MICHELLE GREEN
Model Coordinator
DAWN DOMINICK
Hair/Makeup Coordinator
KALYANI ARVAPALLY
Buyer Coordinator
BRIANA NELSON
Designer Coordinator
SHANNON ONG
Buyer Manager
KATHERINE KARZMAR
Safety Manager
GRACE CHAI
Designer Coordinator
KRISTEN MOORES
Stage Manager
MEMPHIS RIBIC
Photographer Manager
SARAH BERKES
Assistant to the COO
DAKITA HARRIS-GASPAIRE
Hair/Makeup Coordinator
MARINA RUDENKOVA
Accessories Designer Coordinator
ALYSSA LONDON
Buyer Manager
NOT PICTURED
Andrew Ford – Web Designer
Ava Holmes – Stage Manager
Mimi Jacinta – Designer Coordinator
Ryan Muller
Peter Sessum
Amanda Strandolf – Media Coordinator
Melinda Wang – Volunteer Manager
DAVID BAILEY
COO, Seattle Fashion Week
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