November 2009
Monthly Archive
By Katarina Kuruc
Although exhausted, I also feel a sense of sadness that the last four days are behind me. Why? Because I got so used to being around amazing people, beautiful designs and not to mention fabulous style! I would be describing Fashion Cures a la Mode, of course. The four day fashion event began on Wednesday, when, much to everyone’s surprise Stacey Mackenzie (model extraordinaire and judge of Canada’s Next Top Model) made an appearance.
The four day event kicked off with some very cool Canadian designers, including Jefferson Sukhoo, Jason Meyers, Lizares, Las Valentinas and Thieves. The location was decked out, mostly thanks to Details Ottawa and Mikaza Home and all the amazing volunteers that came out to help. Taking place in an old church, one wouldn’t even know it coming in through the lounge area-it was absolutely brilliant! The second night kicked off with Richard Robinson Graduate Students, followed by Josie Perron (amazing!!!), Anastasia Lomonova, Valerie Dumaine, Dace and lastly (one of my personal favorites) Birds of North America. The theme for the night was “stylish taste” and true to form Sixth Sense and the Flour Shop provided all the fashion foodie goodies. Friday night, one of my favorites mostly because I got to have my hair and make-up done professionally (and what girl doesn’t LOVE that???) started with a wardrobe audit where everyone was able to buy designer clothes and accessories. The evening began with runway show by Kania Couture, followed by Rachel Sin and Undone Clothing-my favorite part of this evening was defnitely the LOFT afterparty, hosted by The Loft hair studio-a really cool urban space (you really need to visit!). Last but not least, Saturday, the final day of Fashion Cures began at 1pm with a hair and make-up soiree, where everyone and anyone (read me) got the chance to have their hair and make-up done courtesy of The Loft and Lancome. The night featured 6 different designers starting with Honor by Revolve followed by Myco Ana, Eugenia Designs, Aime Luxury, Aida Flores and a grand finale by Jessica Biffi (Project Runway Canada). STARFISH hosted a FABULOUS after-party at the Arc Hotel with Eventbots providing an amazing photo booth where we got cute instant photos (what a great momento) Carlo from Quality Entertainment provided the amazing beats that kept the dancefloor full and not to mention the delicious espresso martinis by the ARC Hotel mixologists. I leave you with some pictures curtsey of Hugh Durant, photographer extraordinaire (www.flickr.com/boakview ) Enjoy.
Only $47 – Return Trip Fare (tax inclusive)
Includes luxury tour bus service with movies and door prizes
Shop hundreds of shops at Carousel Mall and Target.
Let’s Go Shopping Checklist
□ Invite your favourite shopping buddy
□ Passport / Valid Government ID
□ Shopping List
□ Cute + comfortable shoes
□ Lots of laughs + smiles
Tickets available
In Person: HUSH Clothes www.hushclothes.com
1440 Wellington Street West, 613.724.4874
By Phone: 613.762.3622
Email: hello@eventsbystarfish.com
Driving time from Ottawa: 3 hours + Border Time (Immigration at Buffalo, NY)
Departs Ottawa at the following locations:
8:00 am – St. Laurent Shopping Centre
8:30 am – Bayshore Shopping Centre
Returns before 12 midnight Same Day
To get an idea of the adventure you would be taking part in please visit:
www.carouselcenter.com. Optional stop at TARGET also available www.target.com
For more information, email hello@eventsbystarfish.com
Girls, it is time to bring out those sexy stilettos and embrace the world of high fashion! Fashion fever is back in Ottawa this week, with Fashion CURES, an exciting four-day event that brings designers, celebrities, industry professionals, sponsors, and you—our distinguished guests—together for a celebration of style in our nation’s capital. We are proud to be donating proceeds from this event to Ovarian Cancer Canada.
Mark your calendars for November 4-7, 2009 for the Fashion CURES a la mode experience at 154 Somerset Street West at Elgin. Come and enjoy a fabulous four days of great parties, food, entertainment, swag bags and runway shows featuring the hottest Canadian designers including stars from Project Runway Canada!
This busy festival includes 19 runway shows scheduled to include local designs from Jefferson Sukhoo, Kania Couture, Rachel Sin, and a trio of grads from the Richard Robinson school: Rachel Baril, Maria Medeiros, and Khala Foster. Also planned are a photography exhibition, silent auction, mini makeovers, a “stylish foodie event,” a wardrobe audit shopping showcase, a spa beauty party, as well as after parties held at The Loft, Arc the Hotel and Mambo Nuevo.
So grab a girlfriend, and bring out that fierce outfit you have been waiting to premier – what better place to make an apperance than Fashion CURES a la mode.
Tickets range from $25-$115 and are available at the following locations or online <http://www.fashioncuresalamode.com/index.html> .
Le Spa – 421 MacLaren Street
The Loft – 380 Elgin Street
Murale, Place d’Orleans Shopping Centre
Second Cup – 171 Dalhousie Street
Victoire Boutique – 246 Dalhousie Street
For more information visit www.fashioncuresalamode.com.
Gorilla Magazine posted a great article on Fashion Cures – Ottawa’s biggest fashion festival happening in less than 2 days!
For details, visit www.fashioncuresalamode.com.
