Friday, May 18, 2012

Skyline photo by Andy Snow

Dayton Fashion Week Gives Back

Dayton Fashion Week Models pose for pictures during Urban Nights

When you think of the Fashion Industry as a whole, the first thoughts that probably come to mind are the vain egotistical plots and twist of the hit movie The Devil Wears Prada. Though bits and pieces of that movie may be true for some but in actuality behind that thin veneer of superficiality is… (continue…)

Entertaining Doesn’t Have To Be A Dirty Word

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Entertaining is fun – really?!  Those are the words most people are thinking.  Of  course, everyone loves to be invited to a party in someone’s home, but to do it yourself –Unthinkable!! It isn’t as scary as it seems.  I promise.  There is one key word to keep in mind, and  that word  is Fun.  Whether… (continue…)

My Mother…Myself Part 3

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Thank you to Kristi and Mary for sharing their stories. Both of these ladies are very special to me. Kristi has become one of my biggest supporters and is the sweetest woman you can meet not to mention a true beauty Mary and I go way back to junior high. I was lucky enough to… (continue…)

My Mother….Myself Part 2

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In this multi part series I will be posting local women’s stories about how they have been inspired by their Mother’s beauty advice. Thank you to all the ladies who sent in submissions. I am so excited and honored to share these beautiful stories.   Ashley When I think back to my earliest memories of… (continue…)

My Mother…..Myself

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Michelle Drake Richardson Admiration may be the perfect word to describe how I feel about my mom. She’s beautiful despite everything she has been through with her health and personal life. She never lets things get her down and can move forward and overcome the odds. My mom is not just beautiful physically but she… (continue…)

Dayton Fashion Week and Urban Nights Presents: Ambush Makeover!!

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Dayton Fashion Week will be making its Urban Nights Debut this Friday and of course it’s going to be one of the most fashionable events of the evening!  Our sponsors at The Downtown Dayton Partnership have asked the DFW Team to give the patrons of Urban Nights a unique and fun experience– and of course… (continue…)

Take My Seat, Please

RESPECT, to get it you must give it.

When I was growing up, my mother and father taught me a lot when it came to manners and respecting others. One of my earliest memories is when we were visiting my Aunt Miriam.  Yes, you heard me right – Aunt Miriam; one of my favorite names.  My two brothers and myself were sitting in our… (continue…)

Dayton Fashion Week Introduces Marlene Haute Couture

Model: Kendra Leigh Designs by Marlene Haute Couture

The very first time that I saw a design by Marlene Haute Couture, I was ready to run out, grab the first guy that I saw, and marry him just so that I could wear one of her wedding dresses.  There are no words that come to mind that can describe the amount of detail… (continue…)

Dayton Fashion Week Announces Final Open Casting Call For Models

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This Saturday April 28 area models will have their final chance to to strut their stuff in front of Dayton Fashion Weeks scouting panel!  The casting call will take place in the Town Square at The Greene from noon-4pm  come RAIN OR SHINE–even though it’s looking more like rain–the show will go on!!  Please note… (continue…)

Dayton Fashion Week Seeks Volunteers

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Recently it seems like no matter where I go and no matter what I do, I run into somebody who expresses their excitement or has questions about Dayton Fashion Week– from my close friends to random strangers who recognize me from my picture on this blog.  The word has gotten out and I’m pretty comfortable… (continue…)