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Andrew Ashton of LaPosh Salon

In Designers, Events, Fashion, Trends, Updates on September 20, 2011 at 7:23 am

While tout ensembles may be the stars of the show, no runway look is complete without hair and makeup. Tampa Bay Fashion Week is proud to welcome back the talented Andrew Ashton of LaPosh Salon as Hair and Make-up Artist Director.

Hair & make-up styled by Andrew Ashton

A master of models’ hair dos, Andrew Ashton has been a part of Tampa Bay Fashion Week for several years. We are looking forward to the sexy and sassy styling Andrew and team will be bringing to the runway during Fashion Week 2011.

The upscale and super chic LaPosh Salon located in Clearwater offers hair, nails, skin and massage services. LaPosh also sells an assortment of products including Heal5ium haircare, which is also a sponsor of this year’s Tampa Bay Fashion Week 2011 for the second year in a row! Other product lines sold at LaPosh include: Redken, Hempz and Aquage for all hair types. You can purchase Andrew Ashton’s very own makeup line “FaceWorks” at LaPosh as well. In the meantime, join us at Tampa Bay Fashion Week to see the unique looks Andrew gives the models this year!

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Keeping Moms and Dads In The Know: Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine

In Events, Fashion, Trends, Updates on September 20, 2011 at 4:59 am

The way us fashionistas stay current on all the fashion publications, Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine keeps Tampa moms current on the latest local family events, parenting information and advise.

A free publication to all those fabulous moms of Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Parenting is a guide to everything parenting. Similar to the perfect pair of stilettos or the perfect little black dress, Tampa Bay Parenting is the must-have piece no matter the season. Just as us fashion lovers know fashion publications such as Elle, Vogue, or Bazaar, Tampa Bay Parenting is a household name to the Tampa Bay moms and dads. The publication is a parents’ guide to virtually any situation that they might face with their children.

From information on how to teach their little diva or fashion forward little man to dress and groom, the trendiest places for a play date or get together, or vital information on health and wellness, Tampa Bay Parenting has it all and we’re excited to have them back again as a sponsor for Tampa Bay Fashion Week 2011!

~Yolanda

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Join Us For Past Perfect’s Red Carpet Reception

In Designers, Events, Fashion, Updates on September 19, 2011 at 5:47 pm

As Fashion Week Tampa Bay 2011 begins, it is only appropriate that we take a day to pay a tribute to all the fashion designers that have become before us. Tomorrow (Tuesday, September 20) at 7pm Tampa Bay Fashion Week 2001 will be kicking of its week with Past Perfect: A Celebration of Vintage Designs 1820. Join us to celebrate some amazing vintage fashion, while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and champagne at the Art Institute of Tampa.

With an assortment of garments from Halston, Ceil Chapman, Chanel and so many more this evening will truly be Past Perfect. This evening of vintage garments will leave you speechless and craving more of Fashion Week Tampa Bay 2011. With so many breathtaking garments, dating all the way be to 1890s, this event is not one to miss!

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New Identities: A Must-See Salon for a New You

In Designers, Events, Fashion, Updates on September 19, 2011 at 3:01 pm

 

 

 

 

New Identities Hair Studio is a must-see salon. With locations in both Tampa Palms (the New Tampa area) and Riverview/Apollo Beach, a big part of the Greater Tampa Bay area can travel there quickly. For those of us located a bit farther out, New Identities is worth the trip!

The owners and staff at New Identities have years of experience, and the services offered include something for everyone. Maybe you have an upcoming wedding or are attending a special event – hey, we know the holidays are just around the corner and those parties start earlier each year – check out New Identities and book your appointments now.

Like most people with busy schedules, I like getting everything done at one salon, and a salon that is a beautiful place with talented people makes my beauty time even more enjoyable. There is so much more to try than just a cut/blow dry (although we all love those). Maybe you want that sleek, smooth, shiny hair that is a bit difficult to achieve in our Florida humidity – they can help. Maybe you have a picture of a look you want to copy – they can do it.

Take a friend, or two, and enjoy your salon time together. Book something before Fashion Week Tampa Bay, so your look goes perfectly with your beautiful fashions. And, be sure to check out what great styles New Identities Hair Studio clients will be sporting at all of the Fashion Week Tampa Bay events. You’ll be glad you did.

Here’s to looking beautiful,

~Paula

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Proper Training…Always in Fashion: Art Institute of Tampa

In Designers, Events, Fashion, Trends, Updates on September 19, 2011 at 1:10 pm

Fashion Week Tampa Bay and The Art Institute of Tampa – a perfect pairing in my mind, that’s for sure and we’re thrilled to have Art Institute as a Tampa Bay Fashion Club sponsor for the fourth year in a row.

The Art Institute of Tampa is an incredible school offering varying degrees from a top-notch faculty.  Maybe you are interested in the Culinary Arts – they have the training, maybe something in Web Design & Development, beginning and advanced – they have the training, or maybe your “Fashionista” desires lean towards Fashion Retailing and Management – once again, they offer the training.

As a former boutique owner, I speak from experience when I say that the Fashion Retailing and Management training you can get at The Art Institute will definitely give you a head start in the Fashion industry.

You owe it to yourself to check it out.  Looking forward to your feedback and to seeing you at Fashion Week Tampa Bay.

~Paula, Stylista Friend

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Audi Presents Fashion Week Tampa Bay 2011

In Events, Fashion, Trends, Updates on September 19, 2011 at 9:16 am

Accessorizes are key to putting together an outfit! It can be anything from jewelry to even automobiles. Yeah… automobiles! For instance, Audi is a super stylish, and sexy accessory that will complete a fashion lover’s look! Not only does Audi make luxury vehicles like the Audi R8 and Audi A4, they support our efforts of celebrating and supporting Tampa Bay fashion. I’m happy to announce that Audi will join Fashion Week Tampa Bay again as the presenting sponsor!

From the beginning, advanced technology has been at the heart of the Audi DNA. Audi of America Inc. and its 270 dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. Check out some of my favorite Audi vehicles below!

Audi R8

Audi TT 2

Audi S Series

Audi A4

Audi TT

Audi representatives and vehicles will be in the Fashion Week Tampa Bay 2011 boutique area – Be sure to check them out next Friday, Sept. 23 and grab your new accessory here!

Tell us: Which Audi car is your fave?

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Sponsor Shout-Out

In Events, Fashion on September 19, 2011 at 4:23 am

Shout-out to some of our Tampa Bay Fashion Week 2011 sponsors:

Fashion Team LA

Two fab gals are better than one! And Fashion Team LA proves it! Fashion Team LA is a collaboration of wardrobe stylist/image consultant, Laura Hunt and professional photographer, Anne Phillips. Together they have created a fashion styling and photography dynamic duo experience where “L” brings the style and “A” brings the camera to the photo sessions. They’re a match made in fashion heaven! Learn more about the fashion dynamic duo here.

VERTICAL Tampa Bay

We love ourselves a magazine all about life and style! Yeah, there are fashion magazines like Vogue, Elle and Marie Claire… but they don’t have what VERTICAL Tampa Bay magazine has – the unique Tampa Bay area. VERTICAL Tampa Bay Magazine is a virtual magazine that celebrates Tampa Bay fashion, flavor, travel, culture and beauty in every issue. Since Leslie Joy Ickowitz started the magazine in 2009, they’ve had high readership and involvement in the community. We love their stories and beautiful photography. They’ve even featured some of the TBFW designers, like Kimberly Hendrix (the picture above is Kimberly’s work on a previous cover)! Enjoy their latest (and 2nd anniversary) issue here.

Yelp

 

Yelp was founded in 2004 to help people find great local businesses like dentists, hair stylists and mechanics. How it works is businesses setup a free account to post photos, promotions and message customers. Then customers write reviews about the business on their Yelp page. In addition to reviews, you can use Yelp to find events (like Fashion Week Tampa Bay), lists and to talk with other Yelpers. They automatically filter reviews submitted to avoid displaying any suspicious ones. Users can count on Yelp! Download their mobile app and go to their website to start yelping!

We’re so glad to have Fashion Team LA, VERTICAL Tampa Bay and Yelp onboard. They are helping us greatly with making this year’s Fashion Week Tampa Bay the best one yet! We appreciate all of their support. They truly care about providing all lovers of creativity a week of positive, high-fashion and artistic energy. Not only is this a “Sponsor Shout-Out” – it’s a big thank you!

Join in on all the fashion fun on Sept. 20! Fashion Week Tampa Bay will be Sept. 20 – 24, 2011 and tickets are still available – Get them while they last on our website!

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Join Us for a Blogger Brilliant Time!

In Events, Fashion on September 16, 2011 at 6:13 pm

Fashion’s Night Out was just last week… but who wouldn’t want some more fashion fun before Tampa Bay Fashion Week? — I sure do! Join us this Saturday, Sept. 17 at the Blogger Brilliance event!

Blogger Brilliance will bring together fashion, food, travel and lifestyle bloggers from across the country. The conference gives bloggers the opportunity to learn from experts and seasoned bloggers about marketing their blog with the use of social media tools and branding. Bloggers are also able to network with other bloggers who share the same passions, like food and fashion. Oh yeah – this is my kind of conference!

The blogger conference will include a full, fun day of activities from 9 to 6pm on Saturday, Sept. 17. We’ll start at the International Academy of Design & Technology for panel discussions from experienced bloggers and media. Then we’ll move the fun to International Plaza & Bay Street where everyone will split into their fashion or foodie track. Fashion-fun attendees will attend a fashion show presented by Tim Gunn – Yes! The Tim Gunn! Famous fashion expert and Project Runway host!! Foodie-fun attendees will attend an exclusive foodie experience at Pelagia Trattoria. Then we’ll all meet up again for a special mixer to wrap up the day!

Panelists speaking at Blogger Brilliance:
Carrie Wildes of Carrie Wildes Photography
Holley Sinn, host of Studio 10 & author of Hollisphere
Holly Hamann of BlogFrog
Jodi Furman of Live FabuLESS
Kristina Medhus of Pretty Shiny Sparkly
Marjorie Harper from HSN
Sasha Ezquerra from Everything Fabulous
Vahni Georgoulakos from Grit and Glamour

Join us this Saturday at Blogger Brilliance! When purchasing tickets, be sure to select if you’re participating in the Fashion OR Foodie track. Get your tickets here!

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Terri Funaro ~ Fashion Designer

In Designers, Events, Fashion on September 16, 2011 at 2:04 am

This fall Tampa Bay Fashion week is please to have Terri Funaro showcasing on the runway again. Last year’s showcase of elegant evening and bridal wear was a true pleasure to watch!

Having 15 years in the fashion industry, Terri is truly a veteran in the game and one to watch. Terri began her career in New York and since relocating to Tampa, Terri has spent her time designing bridal wear, all while instructing at the International Academy of Design and Technology. Terri has used her talent to create some breathtaking, sophisticated bridal gowns, pageant dresses, prom gowns, mother-of-the-bride and bridesmaid dresses. Her ability to make beautiful gowns that are flattering and wearable brings beautiful designs to all women. From the length, to the color and style, any one of Tampa’s socialites can find the perfect gown for whatever event she has on her fall/winter calender.

Last year’s use of neutral, beautiful shades of champagnes and grays leaves us wondering what amazing gowns Terri will grace us with at this year’s show. Can’t wait!

~ Yolanda

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Pretty City in Our City

In Events, Fashion on September 15, 2011 at 10:38 am

Tampa Bay Pretty City

Pretty City is a website devoted to the belief that beauty is more than skin deep and that taking care of the physical body is just as important as taking care of the soul. We couldn’t agree more. With values such as honesty and truth in beauty, and a commitment to giving back, we are proud to have Pretty City as a sponsor of Tampa Bay Fashion Week 2011 for the fourth year! Founder Carolyn Brundage and her team at Pretty City are committed to making women prettier in some small way all while saving us money on products and services we need to look and feel our best.

The comprehensive database on the Pretty City website includes many of the country’s top spas, salons and med spas.  A variety of products and services are offered, plus a list of upcoming events at each of these venues in cities such as New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Boston and Tampa Bay.  It is a complete beauty, leisure and wellness website where you can check out editorial reader and product reviews as well as service discounts and read about current trends. Serious beauty aficionados can even register on the Pretty City website as a VIPretty contributor – I hear the perks are lovely!