BFW09 Schedule as of 09.22.09 For more information about specific events please contact planners directly. Please be aware that all listings are subject to change. QUICK LINKS: SUNDAY 9/27 THURSDAY 10/1 PRE-BFW09 MONDAY 9/28 FRIDAY 10/2 FRIDAY 9/25 TUESDAY 9/29 POST-BFW09 SATURDAY 9/26 WEDNESDAY 9/30 BEYOND BFW09 PRE-BOSTON FASHION WEEK 9/22 Tuesday Cupcakes & Couture: Rock & Roll Edition Kickass Cupcakes & Tra Tutti bring you Rock & Roll inspired consignment from designers like LaROK, Alice + Olivia, Dolce & Gabbana, 7 for All Mankind, Armani, McQueen, and more. Plus, a delicious sampling of Kickass cupcakes. 20% of every fashion sale will go to your choice of AIDS Action, the MSPCA, Dress for Success, The Home for Little Wanderers, Rosie's Place, or Big Brother Big Sister of Massachusetts Bay 6:00-8:00 pm Kickass Cupcakes - Davis Square 378 Highland Avenue, Somerville MA Free admission RSVP: AshleyJudge@TraTutti.com or 781-201-9118 http://www.tratutti.com 9/22 Tuesday to 9/24 Thursday Design Boston Design Boston, the BDC s annual market for the design community, draws over 1000 people for new collection and product introductions and 11 CEU-accredited lectures and seminars. Registration will be available Tuesday, September 1. http://www2.bostondesign.com/events/event.php?eid=5 SPECIAL EVENT (INDUSTRY)
09/20 Sunday thru 10/10 Saturday MassArt: Wearable Art Showcase Wearable Art showcases a collection of 30 creative designs, including non-textiles, contemporary daywear, elegant eveningwear and expertly tailored coats. From over 200 ensembles produced by Massachusetts College of Art and Design Fashion Department's fashion students this year, Assistant Professor of Fashion Design, Jayne Avery, selected the top designs for the Burlington Mall exhibit. Meet the Designers Reception: Saturday October 3, 2009-5pm Followed by a red carpet-to-runway fashion show by MassArt alumnus Jeury Rosario. Burlington Mall, Center Court - Upper Level 75 Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington MA (Off Route 128 (I-95), at Exit 32B) EXHIBIT 9/24 Thursday Height of Fashion A runway fashion show of fall footwear & clothing available at Copley Place hosted by Hello Stiletto. Featuring Giuseppe Zanotti, Stuart Weitzman, Karen Millen, Kenneth Cole, Anne Klein, Nine West, Cache, and Elie Tahari. 6pm Copley Place Boston Lower Level Atrium Court 100 Huntington Avenue, Boston MA For details contact heightoffashion@hellostiletto.com $20 (includes complimentary refreshments and gift bag) Tickets can be purchased at http://shoeclub.us/go/height BACK TO TOP BFW09-9/25 FRIDAY
9/25 Friday Fashion Trail Kick Off Party Inspired cocktails, free hors d'oeuvres and sponsor giveaways. 5-7pm The Beehive 541 Tremont Street, Boston MA RSVP to: press@beehiveboston.com http://www.beehiveboston.com 9/25 Friday Fashion Boston Anniversary By Invitation http://www.fbloves.com PARTY 9/25 Friday Stuff Magazine After Party Series: 33 Covered by Dirty Water TV. More details TBA 33 33 Stanhope Street, Boston, MA 617.572.3311 http://www.33restaurant.com http://www.stuffboston.com PARTY 9/25 Friday Parkway Fall Fashion Fiesta Join Parkway Fashionistas as they carve out an evening of jewels, apparel, hairstyles and fun - guaranteed to help ready you for the 2009 fall season. Vintage jewelry and accessories from Kalembar Dune, Hair and Styling from Lords and Ladys Salon, cocktail glamour from Maria Lisa Bridal, hip and sophisticated apparel from Gypsy Boutique, and ever delightful offerings from Just As Nice Boutique. Sparkling beverage tastings from Macy's Liquors, accompanied by scrumptious appetizers from Masona Grill, The Corrib Restaurant, and West on Centre. Interiors, design and logistics by AnaDesign, CB Designs, Ferns by Sheila Cobb, and Table Critic Inc. Hosted by the Parkway's Fashion Team.
7:45 pm Admission $5 Proceeds to benefit the Roslindale Food Pantry 1731 Centre Street, West Roxbury MA For more info: www.kalembardune.com or call 617.327.5898 SPECIAL EVENT 9/25 Friday Royalty of Fashion Come join the Royalty of Fashion in the Rockcity of Allston for the emerging trends of hardcore punk fashions from Horror Business, the vintage couture of Alter Eco, indie fashions of Stingray Body Art & Tattoo and the unique styles of Chandler Jewelry. Fashion styling by Jacquelyn Joyah Greene. Reception 7-8pm, Show 8pm $25 Admission Purchase ticket at door before event. Proceeds from the fashion show will benefit the Allston Village Mainstreets, a community based partnership working to revitalize the commercial district. 379 Luxury Spa 379 Cambridge Street Allston, MA 01234 http://www.chandlerjewelry.com BACK TO TOP BFW09-9/26 SATURDAY 9/26 Saturday Fashion Prep: A Talk for Teens about the fashion industry. Moderated by Boston Fashion Week Founder & Executive Director, Jay Calderin. Panelists include: AJ Williams, Creative Events Marie Galvin, Galvin-ized Headwear Sandie Torres, Lily Artist Management & YourBeautyIndustry.com Terry Mahn, The Stylist Closet
Justin Cote, School of Fashion Design with Roytel Montero, Fenway High School Jane Conway, School of Fashion Design/Nantucket Collection Boston Public Library, Copley Square Branch Johnson Building - Conference Rooms 5 & 6, Concourse Level 700 Boylston Street, Boston 2pm Free. Arrive early as space is limited. EDUCATIONAL 9/26 Saturday RECESSIONISTA Shopping Tour Presented by Rhode Island School of Design s Continuing Education. When the economy is struggling, the creativity in your closet should be soaring! Learn how to recycle and rework your wardrobe by taking a stroll down Boston s Newbury Street with fashion stylist Susan Mullins. Susan reveals how to revamp your attire on a budget, sharpen your shopping skills and recreate designer looks at home. You also discover how to implement inspiration found in a variation of sources-including architecture, colors and the environment-into your outfits, and how to build ensembles from your favorite pieces. Stay fashionable in a challenging economy and join us to conquer the art of recessionista style! 10-1pm $55 Pre-Registration is required and space is limited. For more information contact: susanstyle@verizon.net or register at: http://www.risd.edu/ce SHOPPING 9/26 Saturday Shaunt Sarian Accessory Show Presentation of the Shaunt Sarian handbag collection & fur accessories by Surell 7pm Daryl Christopher Salon & Day Spa 37 Newbury Street, Boston MA RSVP required 508.655.4565 http://www.shauntsarian.com
9/26 Saturday Drea Designs Couture Fashion Show Free to the public. Sponsored by Stuff Magazine. Accepting donations for Make A Wish Foundation. Vinalia, 34 Summer Street, Boston MA 8pm 617.737.1777 info@vinaliaboston.com http://site.dreadesigncouture.com 9/26 Saturday Night of the Monarch Fall Gala & The 4th Annual Stuart Weitzman Fashion Show This black tie-optional gala will honor those who face ovarian cancer as well as those who have succumbed to the disease, and will include a special tribute to the founder of Ovations for the Cure, the late Patricia Franchi Flaherty. The Stuart Weitzman Fashion Show will feature jewelry by A.M. DePrisco Wellesley and styled by celebrity stylist Gretta Monahan and Katie Faessler of The Rachael Ray Show and Tim Gunn's Guide to Style. Kicking off the event will be The Amalgamates, Tufts University's award-winning A Cappella group. The evening, emceed by NECN's Beth Shelburne. Ovations will also be giving out awards for innovations in ovarian cancer research, awareness and patient programs. Keynote speaker and loyal friend of Ovations Joyce Kulhawik will also say a few words. Following the tribute series will be an exciting live auction emceed by Susan Wornick of WCVB showcasing luxurious packages to bid upon. Dancing - The White Heat Swing Orchestra. 6:30pm VIP guests will enjoy an exclusive champagne reception 7:30pm Pre-show cocktail reception. where guests have a chance to win $100,000 from a prize vault sponsored by Twinbrook Insurance. 8:15pm Doors open to the ballroom. VIP Tickets $350 Access to an exclusive champagne reception before the event, get premium seating during the event, and a VIP gift bag following the event. Premium Seating Tickets $250 Cocktail reception before the event, get premium seating during the event, and a Premium gift bag following the event. General Admission Tickets $150 Cocktail reception before the event and receive a gift bag following the event. The Westin Boston Waterfront 425 Summer Street, Boston MA http://www.ovationsforthecure.org
9/26 Saturday Stuff Magazine After Party Series: Vinalia Covered by Dirty Water TV. More details TBA Vinalia 101 Arch Street, Boston MA 617.737.1777 http://www.vinaliaboston.com http://www.stuffboston.com PARTY BACK TO TOP BFW09-9/27 SUNDAY 9/27 Sunday Fashion Group International of Boston The Launch Be among the first to discover this new generation of Boston fashion talent for yourself! A group show featuring a group of Boston s rising stars in fashion: Millie Bautista Pavlina Gilson Nara Paz Eddi Phillips Elena Sanders 3-5pm $25 http://www.bcae.org 9/27 Sunday Your Beauty Industry: Ultimate Beauty Challenge A competition in creative hair and makeup where teams will compete for the grand prize of $4,000 courtesy of The Yellow Umbrella Organization. The Twist: A secret tool/accessory that must be included in the look will be revealed the evening of the competition. The Yellow Umbrella Organization is a non-profit organization created by cancer survivor/musician Christine Baze to encourage the awareness of cervical cancer prevention. The event will be hosted by
Boston Radio/TV Personality Ramiro Torres and will feature a panel of expert judges. Hosted by Ramiro Torres with music by DJ Costa Complimentary Gift Bags for the first 200 guests. 7pm General Admission Tickets: $35 VIP Tickets: $75 (Limited amount of VIP Tickets available) A portion of the proceeds from our ticket sales will go to the United Way of Mass Bay. Liberty Hotel - 215 Charles Street, Boston MA http://yourbeautyindustry.com SPECIAL EVENT 9/27 Sunday An Evolution of Style Fashion Show, Raffle, Silent Auction, After Party To benefit Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism Bond Restaurant & Lounge Tickets available at I Soci Salon 8 Newbury Street, Boston MA 617.867.9484 9/27 Sunday Fashion Evolution: Forever Fashion never dies. It evolves. An alluring journey through the designers eyes. Watch trends, like the little black dress, transform as they collide with the futuristic outlook of tomorrow s fashion. Forever celebrates the industry s most provocative emerging talent. John Joseph Moakley United States Courthouse (Second Floor Atrium) One Courthouse Way, Boston, MA 02210 Door 6:30PM (Private VIP Reception) Show 8:00PM Admission $25, VIPI $75, VIPII $50 Tickets: 617.515.3344 or sdesarmes@imanfashiongrp.com http://www.fashionevolves.com 9/27 Sunday The Search of A Dream - The Perfect Muse L Ange Gabrielle - True Identity
Fashion designer, artist, architect, sculptor, florist and chef - Gregory Fritz Laplanche presents a unique fashion show. A graduate of Pratt Institute, Mass Art, SMFA, BAC and MSCC, Greg will be combining all his skills for one night only. Door 7:45pm - Show 8pm Morton's Steakhouse Function Room 699 Boylston Street, Boston MA Free. RSVP required: gregoryfritzlaplanche@gmail.com http://gregoryfritzlaplanche.com BACK TO TOP BFW09-9/28 MONDAY 9/28 Monday Boston Fashion Week Film Series: Unzipped Boston Public Library Copley Branch Rabb Lecture Hall, 700 Boylston Street, Boston MA 6pm Free http://www.bpl.org SCREENING 9/28 Monday Style Summit: Life Styles Join us for a one-of-a-kind discussion: Learn how certain local leaders shifted gears, and have mapped out a place for themselves on some of the new frontiers in fashion. Moderated by Jay Calderin, the Founder & Executive Director of Boston Fashion Week. Panelists: Anne O'Loughlin, Autonomie Fair Trade Meredith Byam, Poor Little Rich Girl Re-purposed Fashion Shana Yansen, Jute & Jackfruit The Environment Nicole Kanner, All Heart Public Relations Virtual Networking Melissa O Shea, Hello Stiletto 6-8pm $35 (BCAE Members $30) http://www.bcae.org EDUCATIONAL
9/28 Monday Remix: The Stylist Closet Fashion Show of vintage clothing restyled by Boston stylist Terry Mahn to support Dress for Success charity organization. Sponsored by Hotel 140, Dynasty Models & Talent, Neil Morris Fragrances, Greenvale Wineries of Portsmouth RI, SoNu Water and Bay State College. Vintage clothing courtesy of The Stock-Keeper in Littleton, MA and hair by Salon Mario Russo. For hotel accommodations email mstambler@hotel140.com and mention Fashion Show. Hotel 140 140 Clarendon St. Boston, MA (YWCA building next to Lyric Stage) 8:00pm - 9:00pm Cocktails & hors d'oeuvres 9:00pm - 9:30pm Fashion Show 9:30pm - 11:00pm Desert, drink, & shop off the runway! $5 suggested donation for Dress for Success at the door. RSVP required by September 21, 2009 to thestylistclosetevents@rocketmail.com No reserved seating. Limited capacity. BACK TO TOP BFW09-9/29 TUESDAY 9/29 Tuesday Macy's hosts FGI Boston & The Launch Designers Macy's celebrates Boston Fashion Week by hosting Fashion Group International of Boston and the five new fashion faces to watch in Boston! Enjoy refreshments, live models wearing original fashions, great music and an opportunity to meet the designers! Millie Bautista Pavlina Gilson Nara Paz Eddi Phillips Elena Sanders 6-8pm Macy s Downtown Crossing 2nd Floor - Impulse Department 450 Washington Street, Boston MA Please RSVP to Alyssa.Bendetson@macys.com SPECIAL EVENT
9/29 Tuesday Alan Rouleau debuts Rouleau for Women Boston s legendary custom design tailor for men celebrates Boston Fashion Week by hosting an exclusive private reception to introduce Rouleau for Women, his first custom tailored line of clothing for the fairer sex. It will also showcase designer Maya Meirav's unique collection of couture for women. Guests will be treated to an unveiling of Sensi's latest wines, a chance to sample the new line Cold River vodkas, and a sumptuous spread of culinary delights. 6:00 p.m. By Invitation http://www.alanrouleau.com 9/29 Tuesday Details De Couture, The Collection 2009-2010 Premiere of Androgynoux creations by Boston designer Daniel Hernández. DH Studios - 234 Clarendon Street, Boston MA 4 th floor 8pm Tickets available at http://www.dhstudios.com 9/29 Tuesday Sam Mendoza Fashion Show Details TBA Liberty Hotel - 215 Charles Street, Boston MA 8pm http://www.mendozamendoza.com 9/29 Tuesday Stuff Magazine After Party Series: Alibi VIP host Sam Mendoza. DJ On&On. Covered by Dirty Water TV. More details TBA Alibi 215 Charles Street, Boston MA 857.241.1144 http://www.alibiboston.com
http://www.stuffboston.com PARTY BACK TO TOP BFW09-9/30 WEDNESDAY 9/30 Wednesday Denise Hajjar Boston - Fall/Winter 2009 Collection of Day & Eveningwear A designer runway show promoting and supporting the efforts of Dress For Success - Boston. The mission of Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. The Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel Oval Room, 138 St. James Avenue, Boston MA 6pm Door, 7pm Show Free. In lieu of purchasing a ticket, guests are requested to bring a business appropriate accessory as a donation to Dress for Success Boston. A cash bar will be available. The Denise Hajjar boutique will remain open so that guests can shop after the show and enjoy a 15% discount off anything they purchase that night. For more information call 617.927.5990 http://www.denisehajjar.com http://www.dressforsuccess.org 9/30 Wednesday Nirva Fashion Show Mizu Salon Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Boston MA 776 Boylston Street, Boston MA 8-10pm By invitation only. http://www.nirva.com
9/30 Wednesday Men of Social Media MakeOver Presented by It's a Man's World Image Consulting National Men's Wardrobe Stylist Emmi Sorokin makes over the men of Twitter in celebration of Boston Fashion Week! To view event details visit http://socialmediamakeover.eventbrite.com #SMM09 www.amansworldco.com www.twitter.com/askemmi MAKEOVER EVENT 9/30 Wednesday Stilista Awards and Fall Style Fix benefiting the MSPCA Join Stilista, as we celebrate the best Boston has to offer in style & beauty with the first annual Stilista Awards, combined with a shopping preview of some of our favorite & super versatile looks for fall from Luna Boston, Amelia Rose and Lila P.! Stop in to view the collections, have a drink, snag a cupcake, rock out to a live DJ, and take in the views from the emerge spa roof deck - all while helping an amazing local cause, as part of the event's proceeds will benefit the MSPCA! $20 Admission Emerge Spa - 4th floor - 275 Newbury Street, Boston MA 6-8:30pm Please RSVP at: www.stilistaboston.com/events.html SPECIAL EVENT 9/30 Wednesday Boston Spirit Magazine New England's Premier Gay/Lesbian magazine presents a fashion event at FP3. Details TBA 5:30pm 9pm 9/30 Wednesday
Stuff Magazine After Party Series: City Bar DJ Ms. Thang and Fourth Wall Project Covered by Dirty Water TV. More details TBA City-Bar 65 Exeter Street, Boston MA 617.933.4801 http://www.citybarboston.com http://www.stuffboston.com PARTY BACK TO TOP BFW09-10/1 THURSDAY 10/1 Thursday Stilista & La Perla Lingerie and Stylist Event La Perla - 250 Boylston Street, Boston MA 4-8 pm http://www.stilistaboston.com SPECIAL EVENT 10/1 Thursday Mary McFadden Exhibition Reception Massachusetts College of Art & Design Details TBA Free, open to the public. 6pm - 8pm http://www.massart.edu INSTALLATION/RECEPTION 10/1 Thursday Macy s Fashionista Presented by Stuff Magazine. More details TBA 6-8pm
FNX DJ. Food provide by The Fireplace 450 Washington Street, Boston MA http://www.stuffboston.com 10/1 Thursday A Fashion TweetUP during Boston Fashion Week (brilliant) Hosted by LoveTheCool SHOW. Featuring Rapper Spohkes freestylin' 'Follow Me' the Twitter song written for the SHOW, while djbc spins his wicked mashups. Throughout, a huge Twitter stream will be projected on the walls following the hash and tag: #FashTweetUp 6pm - 8:30pm Felt Boston 533 Washington Street, Boston MA 617.350.5555 http://fashiontweetup.eventbrite.com Follow on Twitter with #FashTweetUp http://www.youtube.com/lovethecool TWEET UP 10/1 Thursday Boston Fashion Expose 2009 Presents Fashion Strikes Back - a Boston Fashion, Arts & Entertainment Summit At this opening Boston Fashion Expose event, prominent industry professionals and organizational leaders of Boston s creative industries will come together to share their thoughts on the state of Fashion, Arts, & Entertainment in Boston. Line up Includes... Special Betsey Johnson Fashion Show hosted by Dynasty Models Speakers / Presenters Include: Stacy Scarsella, Senior Art Buyer, TJX Lauren Whitley, Museum of Fine Arts Jason Schupbach, Massachusetts Creative Economies Director Joyce Kulhawik, Former WBZ Arts & Entertainment Reporter Yolanda Cellucci, Receiving Lifetime Achievement Award Special Guests Include: Amanda Kelly, Miss Massachusetts 2009 (Miss America Pageant) Korto Momolu, Fashion Designer & Project Runway Season 5 1st Runner Up Bianca Golden, America's Next Top Model Cycle 9 Contestant Sandra Nyanchoka, America's Next Top Model Cycle 12 Contestant Music by DJ TAVA LUV
Boston Park Plaza Hotel - 50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street 6pm - 10pm General admission $ 50 V.I.P. $ 70 http://fashionstrikesback.eventbrite.com SPECIAL EVENT 10/1 Thursday Fashionably Late Michael De Paulo to present his couture evening collection including cocktail and evening gowns. Hosted by the renowned Tonya Mezrich of Style Boston on NECN. Liberty Hotel - 215 Charles Street, Boston MA http://www.libertyhotel.com 10/1 Thursday Stuff Magazine After Party Series: Liberty Hotel - Fashionably LATER Covered by Dirty Water TV. More details TBA Liberty Hotel 215 Charles Street, Boston MA 617.224.4000 http://www.libertyhotel.com http://www.stuffboston.com PARTY BACK TO TOP BFW09-10/2 FRIDAY 10/2 Friday Off The Wall Fashion Photography in Black & White Opening Reception with Photographers Group exhibition at the Griffin Museum of Photography at Digital Silver Imaging Exhibit: September 14th November 1st. 6-8pm http://www.digitalsilverimaging.com
INSTALLATION/RECEPTION 10/2 Friday Bless By Bless Couture Launch Party at Phenomena 2009 The 'Rock & Renaissance' Fashion Show will showcase the BBB Couture 2010 Spring Collection. Live music performances, celebrity guests, a silent auction and a classic auto exhibit. Phenomena 2009 is an annual non-profit charity black tie ball that raises money for local and international charities. Larz Anderson Auto Museum 15 Newton Street, Brookline, MA 7pm $50 Donation. Includes complimentary bar, menu & gift bag. 100% of profits to benefit charity. www.phenomenafoundation.org 10/2 Friday Shubrah.com - Fall/Holiday 09 Collection Unique East meets West fusion and eco-friendly fashions for the globe trotting woman and man from Shubrah.com. A percentage of profits are donated to non-profits that work on environmental or children's causes. & My Little Pakora-Collection 2009 Organic baby clothes and gifts for the green parent! Designs are inspired by South Asia. A percentage of proceeds are donated to Grameen Foundation, a non-profit that provides micro-financing to the poor in underdeveloped countries. Tantric India Bistro 123 Stuart Street, Boston MA 02116 9pm $10 admission. Purchase at door before the event. Includes one free 'drink du jour' per person. Cash bar is open until 2pm.
617.367.8742 http://www.tantricbistro.com 10/02 Friday Daniela Corte Fashion Show Details TBA 8pm http://www.danielacorte.com 10/02 Friday The Emerging Trends 2009 The SYNERGY events invites you to experience European Chic by some of the most eclectic emerging talents at this year's The Emerging Trends 2009. A runway show followed by entertainment, a live photo shoot, networking and trunk show at the prestigious Park Plaza Hotel's- The Castle. Designers: Keith Lissner (Bravo TV - The Fashion Show contestant), Nadia Ivanova (London), DainHMaschile (New York), Caitlin Allen (NewYork), James Martinez (TX), Emily Hancock (Boston), Angela Chen (New York), Christel Akouri (Boston), J'aime Lizotte (New York), Crystal Noe (Boston), Skylier A. Blanchard (California). Hair by Indra Salon (Best of Boston 2009) and makeup by Krystal Bilheimer and Lily Artist Management. Park Plaza Hotel - The Castle 64 Arlington Street, Boston, MA 8pm sharp. Tickets start at $40 http://www.theemergingtrends.com 10/02 Friday Stuff Magazine After Party Series: Bond VIP co-host Daniela Corte. Covered by Dirty Water TV. More details TBA Bond 250 Franklin Street, Boston MA 617.451.1900
http://www.stuffboston.com PARTY 10/02 Friday Boston Fashion Expose 2009 Modela Al Parco Fashion at the Park Ready-To-Wear & Sportswear Ready To Wear: May Mon Aye - Boston Lily & Migs - Boston Kyleah Toraye - Boston Catalina Fashion - Boston Caitlin Sullivan - Boston Kortney Williams - New York Sparklle Thames - Boston Michelle Idrovo - Boston Lindsay Jones - New York Ty Scott - New York Loza Maléombho - New York, West Africa Korto Momolu - Project Runway Door 6pm, Show 7pm Charlestown Navy yard Pier #4 - The Fashion Park Tent One First Avenue, Charlestown MA Tickets starting at $40 http://bostonfashionexpose.com/tickets.htm BACK TO TOP POST-BOSTON FASHION WEEK 10/03 Saturday Literacise Read, Rock and Roll Exhibit Opens! The Diggity Double Dutch Divas, a dynamic Double Dutch Demo will open Boston's newest children's exhibit. Literacise = Literacy + Exercise based on the Boston children's book "Jonathan and His Mommy" Lasell College is fashioning fun - exercise and workout wear made out of books and newspapers. 11:30am Boston Public Library - Copley Square Branch
Rey Children's Room, 700 Boylston Street, Boston MA Free books, free food, and a great free show. Contact: Gina Perille at BPL 617.859.2273 http://www.literacise.com http://www.bpl.org EXHIBIT 10/03 Saturday MassArt: Wearable Art Reception & Jeury Rosario's Red Carpet-to-Runway Fashion Show Wearable Art showcases a collection of 30 creative designs, including non-textiles, contemporary daywear, elegant eveningwear and expertly tailored coats. From over 200 ensembles produced by Massachusetts College of Art and Design Fashion Department's fashion students this year, Assistant Professor of Fashion Design, Jayne Avery, selected the top designs for the Burlington Mall exhibit. Exhibit runs from 09/20 Sunday thru 10/10 Saturday. Reception: 5pm Burlington Mall, Center Court - Upper Level 75 Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington MA (Off Route 128 (I-95), at Exit 32B) SHOW 10/03 Saturday Simon Fashion NOW Five fabulous runway fashion shows featuring the latest styles from Lord & Taylor, Macy's, Banana Republic, bebe, Betsey Johnson, Lucky Brand, Martin + Osa, Zara and more. Also featuring Style Stops - interactive beauty & product demonstrations by Nordstrom, Catherine Michaels Salon, Dellaria Salon, Sephora and Sleek MedSpa. Details available at: http://www.facebook.com/simonfashionnow or http://www.simon.com Burlington Mall, Center Court - Upper Level 75 Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington MA (Off Route 128 (I-95), at Exit 32B) SHOW 10/03 Saturday love + three Fashion show featuring women's contemporary designer Lily & Migs, jewelry designer Catalina de
la Torre and Leokadia boutique. Bond at The Langham Hotel Bond 250 Franklin Street, Boston MA 9PM-10PM VIP tables 10PM Show VIP tables by invite only. Arrive early for guaranteed entry. http://www.lilyandmigs.com http://www.catalinadelatorre.com http://www.leokadiashoes.com 10/03 Saturday Boston Fashion Expose 2009 Modela Al Parco Fashion at the Park Hair and Accessories Show 1:00-2:00pm Kendall V. Bretto - Boston Brandon Keith - Newbury Street Tracy Osimboni - Boston Daryl Christopher - Newbury Street Korto Momolu - Project Runway Shanita Clarke - Boston Couture and Eveningwear Showcase 3:00-4:00pm Henry N. Jackson - New York Michael Mione - New York Nara Paz - Boston ECC Life & Style - Boston Ty Scott - New York Babatunde Ajiboye - New York Samantha Cole - London Prajje Couture - Boston Charlestown Navy yard Pier #4 - The Fashion Park Tent One First Avenue, Charlestown MA Tickets starting at $40 http://bostonfashionexpose.com/tickets.htm
10/03 Saturday Boston Fashion Expose 2009 Modela Al Parco Fashion at the Park Fashion Ball Proceeds from the Fashion show & ball, will benefit Face Africa and to establish a scholarship program for fashion design students. 10pm - 2am By invitation only or with the purchase of a VIP pass. http://www.bostonfashionexpose.com PARTY 10/03 Saturday 3rd Annual Boston Fashion Week Celebration Party Brought to you by The SYNERGY Events, Baku Sunset and Blu Celebrate Boston Fashion Week at this stylish party with the runway models, fashion designers, stylists and photographers that made Boston Fashion Week 2009 possible. Music by DJ Reaz and Farhan spinning Euro House, Top 40 and Hip Hop. Dress code is Fashionably Chic. Best dressed male and female announced at midnight. Fashion photography trail by selected Fashion Week photographers. Attention photographers: Submit your Boston Fashion Week photos for a photo trail of this year's events via email: bostonfashion@thesynergyevents.com and include "BFW Celebration Party" in subject line. 9:30pm blu at The Sports Club/LA 4 Avery Street, Boston MA Tickets: $20 online - $30 at the door Must be over 21+ for admission. http://www.theemeringtrends.com/celebrate http://www.bakusunset.com http://www.blurestaurant.com PARTY BACK TO TOP BEYOND BOSTON FASHION WEEK 10/10 Saturday
The Butterfly Effect - A Fashion Show Nigel Ramsay 2009-2010 Fashion Collection 7pm - Red Carpet Arrivals, photo opportunities, cocktail reception with Live Entertainment along with hors d oeuvres by Myles Catering. 8:30pm - Fashion Show Reception with dancing to follow show The Hartford City Hall Atrium Lobby 550 Main Street, Hartford CT General Admission $50 VIP Admission $75 For purchasing tickets: http://www.nigelramsay.com For additional information: 860.706.6217 10/17 Saturday Iris Apfel: Rare Bird of Fashion Exhibition Opening Details TBA Peabody Essex Museum East India Square (161 Essex St), Salem MA http://www.pem.org SPECIAL EVENT 10/22 Thursday Runway A glittering night of fashion in support of breast cancer care to preview the works of Boston's hottest up and coming young designers. Vote for your favorites alongside celebrity judges, including Gretta Monahan. Fashion show featuring the School of Fashion s Design 5: Kae Bae, Victoria Dominguez, Kelly Higgins, Jessica Lee and Kira McClellan. To benefit Faulkner-Sagoff Centre. Honoring Men With Heart. 6pm Intercontinental Hotel 510 Atlantic Avenue, Boston MA For more information: Anne Vanderheyden 617.424.4358 or avanderheyden@partners.org http://www.faulknerhospital.org/runway.html
11/03 Tuesday Iris Apfel & Isaac Mizrahi in Conversation 8pm Contact the museum for more information: 1.978.745.9500 Peabody Essex Museum East India Square (161 Essex St), Salem MA http://www.pem.org SPECIAL EVENT 11/05 Thursday Form to Fashion - Winners Unveiled You cast your vote, now meet the winners from Mount Ida College, Lasell College, School of Fashion Design and Framingham State College. Enjoy delectable treats, hip tunes and seriously fashionable company as we celebrate the art of fashion. 6-8pm Natick Collection - Infinity Pool Court 1245 Worcester Street, Natick MA http://www.natickcollection.com SPECIAL EVENT 11/20 Monday FGI Spring Trends 2010 Screening The Fashion Group International of Boston, Inc. presents a screening of Ready-to-Wear FALL/WINTER 2009/10 NEW YORK, LONDON, MILAN, PARIS COLLECTIONS one combined show! one comprehensive overview! Marylou Luther, International Fashion Syndicate, FGI Creative Director Your front row seat at the runways close up and high fidelity Details you can t see on the web Insider views from industry leaders who tell you what s relevant, what s not and why. See it all, expertly edited, concise and comprehensive coverage of apparel, accessories, beauty, color and fabric trends. 6-8pm Museum of Fine Arts - Riley Seminar Room 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston MA $40 for non-members - $20 for FGI Boston members Tickets go on sale online soon! Visit http://boston.fgi.org and sign up to be on the email list. Be among the first get notified when tickets go on sale and about other exciting FGI Boston events! SCREENING
12/04 Friday Iris Apfel & Michael Vollbracht Fashion Session 6:30-10pm Contact the museum for more information: 1.978.745.9500 Peabody Essex Museum East India Square (161 Essex St), Salem MA http://www.pem.org SPECIAL EVENT 12/05 Saturday Iris Apfel - The World of Fashion Demonstration and Discussion with Iris Apfel, Michael Vollbracht (former Creative Director, Bill Blass) and Robin Givhan (Pulitzer Prize-winning Fashion Editor, The Washington Post) Time TBA Contact the museum for more information: 1.978.745.9500 Peabody Essex Museum East India Square (161 Essex St), Salem MA http://www.pem.org SPECIAL EVENT 12/06 Sunday Iris Apfel Festival Details TBA Peabody Essex Museum East India Square/161 Essex St, Salem MA http://www.pem.org SPECIAL EVENT BACK TO TOP