PHOENIX
FASHION WEEK KICKS OFF 2012 WITH
“MIM ROCKS FASHION” MARCH 1
Spring into
Style with Global Fashion & Music Runway Show
presented
by TEAM Investments Inc.
PHOENIX, ARIZ.
-
Phoenix Fashion Week kicks off its 2012 series of events
next week by teaming up with the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)
for the second-annual “MIM Rocks Fashion” spring showcase
fusing the heart-pounding sights of a high-energy runway
production and the transformative sounds of globally-focused
music. Presented by Valley real estate firm TEAM Investments
Inc., the theme “MIM Rocks Fashion” showcases art, music,
style and the evolution of street culture and
music-influenced fashion trends from around the world. On
Thursday, March 1st, starting at 6:00 p.m., guests at MIM
will be treated to trendy fashions and classic designer
styles, with an interactive fashion show followed by an
after party at Narcisse Champagne and Tea Lounge.
This special
event serves as one of several spring preview events hosted
by Phoenix Fashion Week in anticipation of the 8th
annual Phoenix Fashion Week scheduled to take place in Fall
2011. In 2011, more than 6,000 key industry professionals
and guests converged at Talking Stick Resort for the 7th
Annual event, shattering attendance records and expanding
the reach of the Phoenix Fashion Week organization,
furthering the careers of even more up-and-coming designers
by reaching important retail buyers and tastemakers.
Highlighted by French designer, Caroline Monick flying all
the way from France to launch her Spring 2012 collection For
“MIM Rocks Fashion.”
Along with (3) other top international brands each
showcasing sixteen runway looks conceived by notable Phoenix
stylists set to the sounds of internationally-renowned DJ
Q. Extensive accessory design will take place to build
each collection’s scene, inspired by both the music and
cultural details of the brand’s home country.
USA Women’s– Vintage By Misty Owner, Misty Gurriero
Spontaneous,
Colorful and a Touch of Eccentric is what Vintage By Misty
represents! It is time to add this flare into your personal
style! Hand picked 60's to early 90's vintage, just for you.
Vintage By Misty has beautiful vintage finds from all over
the globe that are waiting for you! Misty Guerriero travels
the best vintage stores in the hottest city's throughout the
World to bring you vintage treasures. Remember wearing
vintage is it’s really one of a kind. You don’t have to
worry about showing up at a chic event in the same outfit
someone else is wearing. Vintage by Misty is located in the
Heart of Downtown Phoenix Arizona USA
Stylist:
Ginger Murphy. Ginger
Murphy was the lead stylist and fashion and beauty reporter
for the Arizona Republic, AZ Magazine and Yes Style
Magazine. She now freelance styles, writes and produces a
daily style blog gingermurphystyle.com.
You can also tune in every Tuesday for her fashion and
beauty segments on KPNX Arizona Midday.
Mexico – Colleccion Alma Primero
Alma Primero
Mexican American is a local emerging designer vastly getting
notice nationally. Her designs have recently been seen on
Emma Bell from Final Destination 5, Adrienne Maloof from
Beverly Hills Housewives and Dancing with the stars Cheryl
Burke to name a few. Visit
www.almaprimero.com
or El Palacio Bridal by appointment for custom maid work by
Alma.
Stylist:
Fawn Cheng.
Fawn’s
philosophy stems from her affinity to capture and express
what is artfully unique about her clients. “Beauty comes
from within; how we dress and share our physical selves with
the world is a powerful expression of that." Fawn is a
featured keynote speaker and fashion expert on Good
Morning Arizona.
France
- Designer : Carolina Molick
Caroline
Molick’s designs embody the essence of French elegance. They
are bucolique Spirit, light, esthetics, structure, sewing,
émotions, imagination, 1st collection, personality, sonds,
music, the face of things, materials, carelessness, boudoir,
Silk, poetry, refinement, thinking, sophisticated, chic,
textures, effects, timeless, unconventional, free, Happy,
cheerful, fragrances, rainbow, colors, culture, true values,
universe, distinguished, be yourself, reality, fantasy,
unique, work, natural talent, creative, essence of art,
geometric shapes, contemporary, modern, meaning, beauty,
ideas, inspirations, Karl Lagerfeld, Jean Paul Gaulthier,
Andy Warhol, Matisse, Picasso, recipes for happiness, the
secret.
Stylist:
Jill Laine is
a Personal Stylist, with regular style segments for Fox 10
and ABC 15’s Sonoran Living. With a focus on how style
impacts confidence and self-esteem, Jill Laine provides a
variety of workshops and one on one coaching options for
clients to find their best style, increasing their
confidence in career, life, and love. Sign up for her weekly
newsletter with style tips at: JillLaineStyle.com
Men’s USA – Bounty Hunter
After nearly 20 years of defining fashion to our Telluride
customers, Bounty Hunter has opened its 2nd location at the
Biltmore Fashion Park in Phoenix, Arizona. The new store
captures all of the warmth of our Telluride location while
driving the edgy fashion trends of the Valley through
exclusive lines like Zoe Rios, Aeronautica Militare, James
Jeans and Post'age Denim.Bounty Hunter provides custom
Italian leathers, coats and clothing, fine belts and
buckles, custom boots and hats. Since 1991, Bounty Hunter
has been the Telluride destination for exceptional
merchandise that suits the discerning tastes of our
customers.
Stylist:
Right
Hand Man Image Consulting (RHMStyle) was launched in January
2009 by founder Brian J. Swan. Brian realized that there was
a lack of resources and options for men and women to receive
real world help and advice regarding their image, style and
grooming. Brian has 8 years personal of experience in the
fashion industry. Currently, he consults clients of all
ages, sizes, race and professionalisms.
He has styled numerous photo shoots, video shoots, movie
shorts, runway shows and editorial articles. He is a young
man with a vision. For him fashion isn't a fad, it's a way
of life.
Presenting
sponsor Tanya Marchiol of TEAM Investments said, "MIM Rocks
Fashion is an exciting event to be a part of because it
infuses the latest trends in fashion and music from all over
the world into one high-energy spring production,” she said.
“After
recently attending NYFW, I wanted to come back to Arizona
support all that Brian Hill and Phoenix Fashion Week does
for the fashion industry on the West Coast. The way I see
it, industry leaders need to work together and support each
other, and that is what makes Team Investments and Phoenix
Fashion Week an ideal partnership,” she said.
Tickets are available to the public for this event and can
be purchased online at
http://mimrocksfashion.eventbrite.com/ for $25 for
General Admission and $100 for Front Row VIP. All tickets
include access to after party at Narcisse Champagne and Tea
Lounge.
WHERE:
Musical Instrument Museum (Main Courtyard)
4725 East Mayo Blvd
Corner of Tatum & Mayo Blvds, just south of the 101 in
Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ 85050
Tickets:
$25-$100
Purchase tickets at http://mimrocksfashion.eventbrite.com/
WHEN:
Thursday, March 1st
- Doors open
at 6:00 p.m. – Fashionable “Swag Bags” to the first 100
guests
- Meet & Greet
Mixer at 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - El Rio & Founders Room
- Meet
the Designers, Stylists, Media, & Attendees 6:30 p.m. - 8:00
p.m.
- Fashion Show
– 8:30p.m.
- After Party
at 10:00 p.m. at Narcisse Champagne and Tea Lounge