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Music Festival Must-Haves
Whether you are headed to Country Thunder, Coachella or other musical festivals (which we are totally jealous of by the way), one of the best (and most puzzling) times leading up to it is deciding what to pack. We’ve compiled a few must-have items to streamline your packing…you can thank us with some great shots from the festival you attend 🙂
Rayban Mirrored Aviator Sunnies
A chic pair of sunnies are always a festival essential to keep you looking stylish while lying in the sun for hours listening to your favorite bands. We are currently loving some classic Rayban Mirrored Aviators.
Bronzing Sunscreen
Sun protection is always in style. Glam it up with a sunscreen infused with bronze glimmer, like Rayito Del Sol’s 2-In-1 Sport Bronzing Sunscreen Lotion SPF 35.
Doc Martens
These classic clompy shoes are a great way to add that extra-edge to your style without looking like you spent hours planning your outfit.
Panama hat
Keep cool no matter where you are with a chic hat for coverage, the perfect edition to your festival fashions.
*What are your go-to festival essentials? Leave a comment below and let us know*
Article by Lauren Pfingstag for Phoenix Fashion Week
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MIM Rocks Fashion: A Tribute to Top Stylists
From top left to bottom right: Brian Swan, Fawn Cheng, Yeka Bruner, Amir Saebi, Rochelle York
No need to stress over spring style inspiration, the Valley’s top stylists have got you covered with some of the most compelling and wearable trends they’ve found to take from the runway to your closet!
Get to know the Valley’s top stylists, featured at the 4th annual MIM Rocks Fashion Friday, March 29th:
Brian Swan, Styling Bri Seeley
Brian J Swan is a seasoned, creative, reliable Professional Fashion Stylist. Brian has been styling for over 6 years & is the owner of Right Hand Man Image Consulting. He continues to work with both men & women of all ages, professions, sizes and backgrounds. Brian’s work includes celebrity styling, personal styling, photo/video shoots, TV, fashion shows, editorials, campaigns and more. Most recently, Brian has relocated to Las Vegas to join the Zappos.com team as a stylist. “Sometimes I have to pinch myself like, ‘I’m getting paid to do this?’ I am beyond thankful and humble,” Swan said. Styling Bri Seeley’s show for MIM Rocks Fashion this year, Brian is thrilled to have been invited back the third year in a row. “For the fashion community to think so highly of me to invite me back three years in a row is AMAZING. This so is beneficial because I’m able to network with other fashion professionals. Plus there’s nothing like it out there!” Expect the unexpected when it comes to Brian’s runway show styling this year for Bri Seeley. “My inspiration for this show came from Milan fashion shows and their entertainment value…ladies, you’ll see me include growing trends like fluid garments and the color Emerald Green.”
Fawn Cheng, Styling ENVY by Khanh
Styling for clients since 2007, 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 and is currently a Project Manager at JANI Model Management. Joining MIM Rocks Fashion as a top stylist for the second year in a row, working with designer ENVY by Khanh came as a natural fit for Fawn, whose feminine, sophisticated styling perfectly compliments Khanh’s form fitting garments. “The Spring collection of Envy by Khanh is graphic oriented. What I noted at first glance was his affinity for angles, asymmetry, space, color blocking in triads of color and form fitting designs. This inspired me to style the runway show to also includes the juxtaposition of curves, sensuality, and mystique. Expect to see these elements included in this show, ” Cheng said.
Yekatherina Bruner, Styling Divaz Boutique
A world citizen, Yekatherina’s global travels have shaped her culturally-diverse approach to fashion. In addition to her love for style, Yekatherina has a wide experience as a fashion show producer. Yekatherina Bruner has recently been named as a Glamour Magazine “Glambassador ” for 2013. Based out of Tucson, Yeka looks to bridge the fashion gap between Tucson and Phoenix through styling the Tucson-headquartered Divaz Boutique. “Branding is key to any business and us, as fashion stylists, have our own signature style. That’s what I am coming to the runway this March to let people know what I am all about as a stylist,” Bruner said. While pulling together the pieces for the Divaz Boutique fashion show, Yeka was inspired by “everything about spring in France, the colors, textures, even macaroons!” In fact, guests should expect a breath of fresh air in Yeka’s styling, featuring “lots of bright colors with a not so typical french flair.”
Rochelle York, Styling Clothes Minded
Rochelle is a native from Glendale, Arizona and has been a personal stylist since 2006. She has had over a decade of experience in retail and working with photographers, television personalities and women in the valley find the right style for them! Rochelle is also a featured fashion expert and stylist on 3TV’s ‘Your Life A-Z’. Bringing her bubbly personality to the MIM Rocks Fashion stage for the first time, Rochelle felt incredibly honored. “When I received my first call from Phoenix Fashion Week..it was a little bit of a blurred conversation because I could not believe I was getting a call from a organization that I have been following and blogging about for years! This experience is amazing to me because I want women to know that there are personal stylists out there; like me, that truly care about them,” York said. Styling for Clothes Minded, Rochelle’s inspirations for the shows styling are far-reaching, from the blogs she reads to the window displays at local boutiques. Guests should expect looks that are “bright and fun with a floral twist.”
Amir Saebi, Styling Amir’s La Voute
Originally from Tehran, Iran, Amir Saebi got a taste for European fashion at a young age. Fashion has always been a big part of his life and his family’s life, coming from a family of senators and industrialist, they always had to look their best to represent their family. As a new business owner of Amir’s La Voute, Saebi feels this MIM Rocks Fashion opportunity is the perfect fit. “We have just reached our one year anniversary and what better way to celebrate than to partner up with only the best of the best (Phoenix Fashion Week) to kick off the celebration with a one of a kind fashion show. This opportunity will not only help us grow but will give us a chance to showcase and share our talent with others in the Valley.” Naturally drawing inspiration from the 1940’s-60’s, fashion forward Amir will style his own unique vintage menswear line, showcasing the best mens spring trends. “Attendees can expect to see a timeless fashion mix with some unique edge, envision Frank Sinatra mixed with a little bit of Hendrix!”
Don’t miss these showstopping designer shows Friday, March 29th at MIM Rocks Fashion! For more details and to purchase standing room tickets, visit: http://mimrocksfashion2013.eventbrite.com/
Article by Lauren Pfingstag for Phoenix Fashion Week
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Cabana Login Lounge to Add Colorful Backdrop to MIM Rocks Fashion
For the first time ever, Phoenix Fashion Week will be hosting it’s media-friendly Login Lounge installation at the 4th Annual MIM Rocks Fashion event. This lounge area, as seen at fashion week in the fall, is meant to be inviting, stylish and fashion-forward, and these characteristics are clearly evident in the Login Lounge Official Sponsor, Cabana modern apartment homes, connected with Scottsdale based investment and development company, Deco Communities.
“Both the MIM and Phoenix Fashion Week embody the vibrancy and spirit of Phoenix style, art, music and design,” said Dec0 Communities President Rob Lyles.
Founded by Robert Lyles, Patricia Watts and Dan Richards in late 2010, Deco Communities currently owns and operates four apartment complexes in Phoenix, Arizona under the “Cabana” brand and has recently expanded into the Las Vegas market.
The Cabana brand was established to provide stylish apartments at affordable prices that deliver “pride of rentership”. Not satisfied with the current market offerings of brown apartment complexes and boring interiors, Deco worked with a team of designers and consultants to develop a product suited for the Arizona urban environment. Infused with color and energy, Cabana is about providing great amenities and great apartments in urban locations. Detailed research on renter needs resulted in Cabana standard features like secure bike storage rooms, recycling facilities, BLINK electric car charging stations, WIFI common areas and on-site art installations.
When walking into any of Deco’s Cabana locations, it’s obvious how fashion is seamlessly infused into their design, from bright pops of color to quirky vintage touches.
“The evolution of the Cabana brand design features are strongly influenced by international fashion trends, not fads, and national and local art and design. Such diverse influences as runway shows in New York and Milan, art installations in Phoenix and San Francisco, graphic novels, t-shirt design, and international landscape awards have worked their way into the Cabana design aesthetic. Taking international influences and marrying them to local inspirations, such as the Calle 16 mural project, the historic Borden neighborhood mosaics and Willo home renovations, resulted in the unique Cabana look.”
For the Cabana Login Lounge at MIM Rocks Fashion March 29th, expect a peek at Cabana’s lifestyle and personality, including soft seating, side tables and more to “provide a colorful, comfortable and stylish back-drop for blogging and chatting at the event.”
Article by Lauren Pfingstag for Phoenix Fashion Week, Image Courtesy of Deco Communities
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Spring Fashion in Full Bloom
Spring fashion has officially bloomed, and I couldn’t be more obsessed with the latest trends and colors hitting the stores and fashion blogs.
Whether it’s reaching for boyish accessories in feminine prints, saturated stripes or pops of fruity color, here are some of my favorite spring looks I am currently drawing inspiration from:
Speaking of spring trends, Phoenix Fashion Week is in the mood to ‘Spring into Fashion’ with all the latest trends and colors of the new season. Join us for our 4th annual MIM Rocks Fashion event Friday, March 29th and runway show to glimpse the top spring trends in a high-energy fashion show, styled by top local stylists and featuring designer pieces to transition your wardrobe into spring.
For more information, visit our Facebook event page or Eventbrite!
*What are some of your favorite spring trends? How will you revamp your closet for the new season? Post a comment below and tell us!*
Article by Lauren Pfingstag for Phoenix Fashion Week
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Swimspot Boutique Brings Cali Flavor to SanTan Village
March is around the corner, and for fashionistas in the Valley, it is the start of swimsuit season!
SwimSpot swimwear boutique has come to Arizona in perfect time for you to get an early peek at what swimwear trends are coming for this spring and summer. They’ve recently brought their Orange County flavor to the SanTan Village shopping center in Gilbert, making it their first Arizona location.
“We’re ready for what the Phoenix market will bring, and we’re excited because the swimsuit season here lasts longer,” regional manager Nikki Meier said.
This boutique gives a taste of Southern California beaches, as most of the swimwear is designed and made in Orange County. The shop offers styles for women of all ages from designer brands such as Athena, Ella Moss, Ella Moss Girls, Guess, Hurley, Luxe by Lisa Vogel, Nautica, NEXT by Athena, Reef, Splendid, and St. John.
At SwimSpot, women can choose a young, contemporary swimsuit look or go the more classic swimsuit route. Whichever look you choose, they’ve got what you’re searching for. The boutique has cute accessories and cover-ups to create the perfect poolside outfit.
In this shop, you will find nothing but swimsuits from the 2013 season, because SwimSpot at SanTan Village holds no 2012 repeats. So expect to surprise everyone at the pool with styles they haven’t yet seen. Meier let Phoenix Fashion Week know that one of the biggest swimsuit trends this season is the cropper flutter top, and at SwimSpot, you’ll find this style in many different colors and textures. Another popular trend for the season is the revamped fringe top Meier said.
For SwimSpot, suits and accessories are not enough. The employees want to help every woman feel comfortable in their swimsuit, so they even have a free, walk-in Fit Specialist Service to help fashionistas in finding the perfect swimsuit for their personal body type and style. “We want people to find the cool styles they like, but feel comfortable as well,” Meier said. The Fit Specialist Service is open for anyone who needs help, and it is even available online at http://www.swimspot.com. “All of our girls are trained on silhouettes and styles, we’re like your own personal stylist,” Meier said.
Unlike department stores, the small intimate setting of employees offer you the best help and tips for finding the perfect swimsuit for you!
*SPECIAL OFFER: Stop in Swimspot and mention this blog post for 10% off your next purchase! Offer ends March 1st.*
Article and Images by Tiffany Hopkins for Phoenix Fashion Week
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Fashion Week Favorites: Prabal Gurung x Target Collection
We have spring fashion on the brain and what better way to ease our mind than to pick and choose our favorites from the new Prabal Gurung x Target designer collection!
Known for instilling glamour and indelible style into every one of his pieces, designer Prabal Gurung is a celebrity favorite among Lady Gaga, Michelle Obama, Jennifer Lawrence and more.
While we weren’t floored by the Neiman Marcus holiday collection recently, this newest designer collaboration has us in a color frenzy! From the neon pops of color to jaw dropping prints and great accessories, here were some of our favorites looks:
We are marking our calendars for February 10th, aren’t you?
*Post a comment below and let us know which pieces you will be scooping up from the collection!
Article by Lauren Pfingstag for Phoenix Fashion Week, Images Courtesy of Target
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Best Menswear Shop Spots in the Valley
Now-a-days, it’s more than just throwing on a suit and tie. It’s become a gathering for mixtures of bold textures, colors and styles combined that we now call men’s fashion.
Men’s fashion is progressing more than ever before, and we are here to help school everyone on some of the best places in the valley to shop for men. It’s become apparent that men are really starting to create stamps and fashion statements by trying new things and becoming more comfortable presenting bold fashion statements.
One of the biggest styles for men is denim. Denim everything. From pants, to shirts, to shoes, men are now able to rock all kinds of denim without any overload. Right now, a unique spot to check out for men’s denim is G-Star Raw in Scottsdale Fashion Square. Here, you’ll be able to find quality in the 3D denim with the tortured seams and articulated knees that you won’t be able to find in other jeans.
Not only do they have great jeans, but we also found some wonderful light-weight summertime shirts to complement a man’s look. G-Star has patterns and dynamic colors perfect for the summer, and men won’t feel like they’re trying to hard by wearing them.
Every part of a man’s outfit can be found in this store, and it’s an excellent mixture of casual and fancy. This shop is an absolute must-see for men and will help to encourage new ideas and trends.
Next stop, Bounty Hunter at Biltmore Fashion Park. Recently opening a Phoenix location last November, Bounty Hunter has created its stamp on men’s fashion here in the valley by providing custom Italian leathers and clothing. The fact that they have amazing night time looks that are still light-weight makes this store a perfect choice for men’s fashion in Phoenix. All of the shirts and jackets were light enough to wear in our Arizona heat, and men will definitely turn heads with this gear.
Bounty Hunter offers a variety of different pieces from alligator skins, to patterned shirts, to custom belts, making it another must-see spot for men. It’s a small shop that offers so many great pieces any man should be able to find something that fits his own style.
One thing that men cannot forget to do is accessorize, and what better way than to top the look off with a bow tie? Bow ties are back, more prominent in fashion than ever before. In the heart of Downtown Phoenix, you can find Dapper and Dash, a place that is ready to surprise you with its unique splashes of pattern placement through bow ties. All of the bow ties are handcrafted from vintage clothing and materials, and you won’t find a cooler accessory than these.
We aren’t talking about your traditional bow tie; we’re talking funky and loud. Right now, it’s the prime way for a man to set off his outfit. The finds in Dapper and Dash scream classy and modern all in one, by teaching men a way to look casual and elegant at the same time.
Just a few of the great places in the Valley to start men off with great looks and ideas. We’ll have our Phoenix men looking stunning with the clothes and accessories found in these stores!
*We love feedback! Post a comment below and let us know where you shop for the best menswear in the Valley!
Article by Tiffany Hopkins for Phoenix Fashion Week
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Make a Splash This Summer
With the endless days of sunlight that are finally here, it seems like swim suits were made for fashionistas in Phoenix!
So it’s the perfect time for us to chat about the latest swimwear trends to utilize here in the Valley.
When it comes to swim suits, it often seems that less is more. Not anymore! The latest styles like high-waisted bikinis and sexy one-pieces are giving fashionistas the chance to feel a little more comfortable with showing skin while hanging out at the pool.
With vintage making its way into the fashion scene, there is no way that it wouldn’t reach new bathing suits, and the high waist is a great look for either a casual daytime pool party or a fancy nighttime get away.
Everything But Water at Scottsdale Fashion Square has amazing one piece bathing suits that have the perfect amount of glam for any swimsuit occasion.
If you’re able to make a trip north from Scottsdale Fashion Square to Scottsdale Quarter, you will not be disappointed with your swimsuit findings. Scottsdale Quarter is one of the best places in the Valley to stumble upon great looks like the amazing fringe styles at Diane’s Beachwear.
Fringe is the way to go if you want to add texture to your bathing suit without looking too fancy. It also gives a little more cover up if you’re looking to wear a bikini, without showing all of your skin.
Located at Scottsdale Quarter, we also found Beach Bunny Swimwear which is an excellent place to find that elegant evening event swim suit. The bathing suits here have gorgeous jewels incorporated into their design, which gives them that perfect amount of glam to get your swim suit an admiring second glance.
H&M at Scottsdale Quarter also made it easy to find fantastic swim suits, with great choices in stylish bandeau bikini tops. Bandeaux are the perfect bikini top to mix and match with bottoms to give your plain looking bikini a little more pop!
One of the cleverest looks for your swimsuit right now is to mix and match! It makes your casual bathing suit stand out with extra colors and patterns.
*We love feedback! Post a comment below and let us know what your favorite summer swimsuit trend is!
Article by Tiffany Hopkins for Phoenix Fashion Week
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