FGI Rising Star 2011

"Paris, schmaris. Mile High style is alive and thriving in Denver. Whether chic and sleek, playful and fresh, or edgy and urban, the creative designs of area up-and-comers were showcased (where else?) on the runway at the sixth biennial Rising Star celebration hosted by Fashion Group International Denver. On Saturday, October 8, around 400 fashionistas dressed their best to mix, mingle and be dazzled by the creations of bright new talents at District 475, where Lindsay Bloom, of Bloom Jewelry, was named 2011 Rising Star."  Blacktie

 The event benefited the Brandon Center and The Gathering Place.  Denise Plante, the Emmy Award winning host of "Colorado & Company" on KUSAA made the entire evening a blast with her great sense of humor. 

 The fashion show featured finalists in 13 categories, chosen from a plethora of talented applicants: Kaitlyn Thomas, KaiT Designs; Meggie Hodge, Fahrenkamp Apparel; Tracey Blake, Tracey Lynn Golf; Gabriela Martinez, Gabriela Designs; Maggie Burns, Marie-Margot Bridal; Natalee Moldenhauer, Natalee M Designs; Dana Van Daele, Grey Sunshine; A.J. Machete and Lianna K, Denver Bespoke; Kotomi Yoshida, Studio Yoshida; Dan Powell, Panache Cycle Wear; Dan Abrams and Greg Steen, FlyLow Gear; Samantha Louise Larkins, Samantha Louise Jewelry; as well as this year’s Rising Star Lindsay Bloom, of Bloom Jewelry.

After winning the Rising Star in 2009, I was honored to be on this year's judging panel and to present the next Rising Star Award to Lindsay Bloom.  The talent we have here is Colorado is amazing - as we continue our journey to reaching higher levels we will be a fashion community to take notice of.  I am humbled to be a partner in that journey.
 
Salu,
Holli
 
To see more photos from the event:  Rising Star 2011 Photo Album