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The Distinctive Beauty of Borris Powell
photo credit: Giuliano Correia
Chicago emerging designer Borris Powell strives to keep it simple by creating timeless fashion that illuminates the inner beauty of the women who wear them. He creates gorgeous that are simply bold and beautiful with the goal of showcasing a women’s style wherever her schedule takes her. “The world is my muse and my creativity is inspired by all of the beauty that exists within it”, says Borris Powell. Just like the women he designs for he lives for each day, each moment, each second with the excitement of the possibilities of tomorrow. He never loses sight of importance of living each day to the fullest. His dresses show this excitement in design, texture and feminine beauty.
2010 Chicago Macy’s Fashion Incubator
2010 Fashion Incubator Sponsored by Macy’s on State Street
Six (6) spots are available for Chicago Emerging Designers!
All applications must be submitted by November 16, 2009.
The Chicago Fashion Incubator (CFI) at Macy’s on State Street provides six (6) emerging Chicago-based designers with the resources, including:
- Workspace
- Education
- Mentoring
- Fashion line launch
This is a unique opportunity for ‘Designers on the Rise’. Apply now.
For more information http://chicagofashionresource.com/industry/chicago-fashion-incubator
Chicago Fashion Capital of the World Rivaling Paris and Milan
Chicago wants to be a ‘Fashion Hub’ similar to the LA Fashion District and New York’s Garment District giving the Midwest a place to showcase, compete and thrive in the fashion industry. This sounds like a wonderful idea that should have been pursued years ago. Right now when fashion is discussed Chicago is not the first point of reference. Chicago is home to the Merchandise Mart, a Mecca for over three million visitors including retailers from all over the world who shop the Mart’s 25 floors for product for their stores and boutiques. It spans over two city blocks and is said to be the world’s largest commercial building. The Merchandise Mart is located in the heart of a city with tremendous history and a recent bid for the 2016 Olympics so it only makes sense that building a fashion centric vibe in Chicago is the next step. Adjacent to the Merchandise Mart is the Chicago Apparel Center which houses over 250 wholesale apparel showrooms and office space. Chicago is also home to over 300 emerging designers and counting. This is where we come in because our passion is the promotion of emerging fashion. Noblivity has the opportunity to get involved on the front end of this endeavor and we are wasting no time throwing our efforts into the ring, pushing up or sleeves and getting to work. STYLEMAX shows, trade and fashion shows and other pertinent resources are already bringing buyers and merchants to Chicago so this feat should not take forever the foundation is already in place and the fashion canvas has already been primed. The level of excitement could not be any higher from local retailers, wholesale buyers, enthusiastic fashionistas, emerging designers and design houses.
Chicago is home to a diverse community, some of the most fascinating architecture, world-class dining, museums, a thriving theatre district and of course Lake Michigan and all its allure. The location is perfect, the designers are ready, the retailers can’t wait and the timing is right. The moon and stars have all aligned, who knows we’re not astrologists, to make sure this happens. We see good things ahead for local emerging designers and the like in the near future and this makes our hearts soar with anticipation. This is just the beginning. The possibilities are enormous. Stay tuned…
Alice Berry’s Transformational Emerging Fashion Pieces
Chicago emerging designer Alice Berry creates versatile contemporary pieces that can be worn many different ways. Whimsical form and functional pieces working in perfect harmony bringing contrasting elements together symmetrically. It’s like watching light dance or looking through a diamond with all the transparency and color ways reflecting in a rhythm. We enjoy these pieces because they get our creative juices flowing. We really like the sheer fabric so we can wear them over a lace beaded camisoles another favorite. The scarf panels are large enough so they don’t appear too busy or binding. We are ‘jean aficionados’ so we are always looking for unique ways to dress up our handpicked jean collection and these wonderful sophisticated designs definitely do the trick. The Hankie Skirt and the Tri-Wrap Top are ‘go to’ pieces that will give any wardrobe a colorful boost. The fact that they can be worn a variety of ways is a bonus!
Show Stopping Smart Toppers by Forme
Hats are showing up everywhere this season as we move into fall. Retailers are offering a handpicked selection of hats as the final piece for the complete look. Our fashion team is split down the middle when it comes to hat etiquette but we all agree that Chicago based emerging designer Jenny Gerst of Forme Millinery makes a stunning topper. One of a kind, handmade vintage hats made from quality materials with an eye for design details. Jenny embellishes her hats with silk flowers, beads and lace veils. Depending on individual taste her hats can be dressed up or down. Jeans and hats are a perfect combination this fall with or without a trench coat. Jenny’s hats are unique and original with something for women, men and children and available online.
Photo Credit: Forme Millinery
