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!

Runway Recap: Indie Designer Runway Show

Indie Designers Kick off Bellevue Fashion Week 

The turnout for Wednesday night's Independent Designer Runway Show to kick off Bellevue Fashion Week was amazing! An overall feeling of excitement filled the air and guests were buzzing about the indie fashion movement happening in our city. The talent of the designers was evident in the cohesiveness of their collections and also by the refinement that clearly went into every garment over the past six months. Back in March a total of 38 designers went through the interview process to participate in the showcase and last night the top 10 finalists had the opportunity to send their collections down the runway. The sold-out crowd consisted of Seattle fashion enthusiasts including members of Fashion Group International, buyers from local stores, fashion editors for Pacific Northwest magazines, wardrobe stylists, fashion fans and even fellow fashion designers in the community coming together to show their support of the fresh talent the city has to offer. The caliber of this year's designers blew me away and their sheer level of talent and creativity cannot be ignored.

Winning the top prize of $5,000 cash and the chance to showcase his line in Bellevue Square during the month of October was Aykut Ozen. His line of handmade leather goods inspired by classic workwear and rock-n-roll are both functional and original.

Designers Erin Roby and Paychi Guh tied for runners-up and each received a prize of $1,000 cash, courtesy of The Bellevue Collection. Erin Roby's collection featured structured silhouettes to create a modern "Northwest" look, while Paychi Guh focused on beautifully draped, architecturally-inspired sweaters, tunics and scarves in pure cashmere.

Crowd-favorites from the evening included the mixed materials and contrasting textures shown in the Wyatt Orr set, the oversized, chunky cashmere scarves shown by Benu Cashmere and the white-on-white looks sent down the runway by Trina Pierre, shown below.

Other designers showcasing their collections at the Independent Designer Runway Show included Corban Harper, Lia Pal, Michael Cepress, and Heather Ellrod. Take the time to get to know these amazing indie designers and buy one of their pieces while you can- soon you'll be telling your friends you "knew them way back when"...

Photo credit: The Bellevue Collection/Jami Davis 

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.