Style Recap: Independent Designer Runway Show

Congratulations to the production team at Bellevue Fashion Week on another amazing Independent Designer Runway Show. The sheer level of talent among the 8 participating designers was incredibly inspiring. To see the evolution of each line was a testament not only to the judging panel who helped mentor the group for the past six months, but also to the region's continued support of emerging designers.

This year's judging panel consisted of Bruce Pflaumer of Michael Bruce Image Consulting, Marj Turner of Fashion Group International, industry veteran Patricia Wolfkill and Amanda Zurita, Style Editor of Seattle Met. This group not only helped support the designers as they geared up to showcase their collections on the runway but also helped provide coveted insight on fashion branding and retail strategy.

The event marked the 4th annual Independent Designer Runway Show competition as part of Bellevue Fashion Week. The grand prize winner, Phuong Nguyen received a cash prize of $5,000 furnished by The Bellevue Collection and the Kemper Freeman family. Her bridalwear will also be featured in seven free-standing fashion frames located throughout Bellevue Square through the month of October. Watch out Luly Yang, it looks like you've got some competition on your hands.

Other participating designers include Jeanette Svensk Li of Cute Like Mad, Daniel Ress, Sophie Karen of Dawson & Deveraux (my favorite of the night!), Varsha Agarwal of Varsha (dress shown above), Victoria Postolit, Rana Ottaviani of RO2 and Iris Klein.

Congratulations to everyone involved. It was an incredible night! Major kudos to Terri Morgan of TCM Models for producing another amazing runway show!

Hyatt Regency Bellevue hosts the ultimate fashion week sweepstakes

It may be 80 degrees outside right now, but fall fashion will soon be making it's arrival. Hyatt Regency Bellevue wants to make sure you have a chance to enjoy fall fashion at it's finest by giving you the opportunity to win the ultimate fashion + spa prize package. One lucky winner will be whisked away to Bellevue, Washington, September 24-28th and receive a pair of tickets to every Bellevue Fashion Week show including the Independent Designer Runway Show and Front Row Fashion presented by Vogue. The prize package also includes a four-night stay at Hyatt Regency Bellevue, daily breakfast at Eques, $800 in airfare with transportation to and from the airport, two treatments at Yuan Spa, pre-show styling at Obadiah Salon, a $250 gift card for fine dining at Daniel's Broiler and a $500 gift card to shop for all your favorite fall must-haves at The Bellevue Collection. This contest is not to be missed. Tell your friends, start deciding what you'll wear to the runway shows and enter the win on Facebook now! (Contest ends August 31, 2014)

Bellevue Fashion Week Highlights

September 24th- Independent Designer Runway Show featuring April Pride, Brian Cuddy, Kristie Metcalf and more.

September 26th- Posh Party Trend Show featuring a runway show of fall trends from The Bellevue Collection. Ticket proceeds benefit Bellevue LifeSpring.

September 27th- Front Row Fashion presented by Vogue featuring a fall trend presentation straight from the pages of Vogue.

Event information and tickets for shows can be found on BellevueCollection.com.

10 Local Fashion Designers Earn Spots in the Independent Designer Runway Show

The line-up for this year's Independent Designer Runway Show has been announced! Featured designers will have a set in the IDRS Runway Show on September 24th during Bellevue Fashion Week, sponsored by The Bellevue Collection. One winner will receive a fashion fund prize package and have their collection displayed in Bellevue Square during the month of October. The designers selected to participate in this year's show are April Pride, BOHO Republic by Tina Witherspoon, KLAD Apparel by Melanie Trygg, Silvae by Deborah Roberts, Tom Ordonio, CUDDY by Brian Cuddy, Fioravanti by Mia Fioravanti, Rebekah Adams, Calotype by Kristie Metcalf and Lu by Jenny Fort. Congratulations to all the designers who were picked!

Indie designer Paychi Guh launches debut cashmere collection

Tickets to Bellevue Fashion Week are on sale now

If you love fashion- mark your calendar now for Bellevue Fashion Week taking place September 25-29th. This year's line-up includes the 2nd annual Indie Designer Runway show sponsored by Fashion Group International, The Nordstrom Men's Shop and GQ Fall '13 Runway Show, and Front Row Fashion presented by Vogue. 

TICKETED EVENTS - Don't miss out! Bellevue Fashion Week tickets go on sale June 24th at 12pm. 

Independent Designer Runway Show
Wednesday, September 25th  - Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 6:30 pm
Experience the Northwest’s unique fashion scene as The Bellevue Collection in partnership with Fashion Group International hosts the second annual Independent Designer Runway Show to feature eleven Northwest fashion designers. The event is 21 and over. VIP tickets are $75 and General Admission tickets are $50. 100% of the ticket price benefits the IDRS program.

Nordstrom Men’s Shop & GQ Fall 2013 Runway Show

Thursday, September 26th - Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 7:00 pm

7 pm – Cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception
8 pm – Runway show spotlighting the best of the Men’s Shop collections, featuring local celebrity guest models. VIP tickets are $175, Patron tickets are $100, and General Admission tickets are $60. Purchase at detlef.com or by calling 206-464-0826.

Posh Party Beauty & Trend Show

Friday, September 27th - Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 6:30 pm
A stylish evening of cocktails and appetizers, a runway show of fall’s must-have trends, and Macy’s Beauty report by Benefit Cosmetics and Smashbox Cosmetics. The event is for all ages. Tickets are $50. 100% of the ticket price benefits Bellevue LifeSpring.

Front Row Fashion present by Vogue

Saturday, September 28th - Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 6:30 pm
Vogue presents the fall trends straight from the pages of the magazine to the runway, offering insight on fall trends and how to wear fashions available at The Bellevue Collection. All Access ticket holders are invited to join the runway show team for an exclusive post-show cocktail reception at Suite Restaurant/Lounge. The event is 21 and over. All Access tickets are $175 and General Admission tickets are $100. 100% of the ticket price benefits The Moyer Foundation.

MEMOIR presented by SEVEN Salon
Sunday, September 29th - Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 7:00 pm
SEVEN Salon will define style during a highly anticipated evening of high fashion and raw energy where the inspiration... is you. Your hair is the one accessory you wear every day and it tells the world a story about who you are. Be front row, as SEVEN ignites the runway with alluring cuts and dramatic colors ranging from the classic to the avant grade. Front Row VIP tickets are $105 and General Admission tickets are $85. Purchase at SEVEN Salon locations and online at SEVENluxuryhaircare.brownpapertickets.com.

Hyatt Regency Bellevue is giving one lucky winner (and a guest) the chance to experience Front Row Fashion in style. The prize package includes airfare for two to Bellevue, a four night stay at Hyatt Regency, tickets to all the Bellevue Fashion Week shows, a $500 shopping spree at The Bellevue Collection, pre-event styling at Obadiah Salon, and a luxurious spa day plus lunch for two at Yuan Spa. Enter by visiting the Hyatt Regency Bellevue fan page on Facebook!

Getting excited for fashion week? Check out the video recap of last year's Bellevue Fashion week events.