Fashion Week, Orange County Style
It’s a week of fashion Orange County style when Orange County Fashion Week kicks off Tuesday, March 19 through Sunday, March 24 with daily events featuring local and international designers presented by Orange County Fashion Association.
Highlights from the week include a Sugar Rush of jewels on Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to noon with emerging jewelry designers at AnQ by Crustacean at South Coast Plaza, and then later in the evening a coastline ride and drive departs to a private VIP Sparkle event presented by etoile by Chandon at Black Starr & Frost in Newport Beach.
On Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. it’s Hautech Menswear - sports race wear featuring established and emerging menswear designers surrounded by iconic cars at Fisker of Orange County. It’s ideal for buyers, retailers and recruiters wanting to support craftsmanship, fashion design and creative artwork.
On Thursday, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Crown Plaza Hotel in Costa Mesa explore “Runway Expose” featuring emerging designer collections at exhibits presented by Code 4. Designers will showcase their latest fashion endeavors and there’s a panel of key fashion industry speakers. For tickets and more info visit here. [url=http://ocfashionweek2013runwayexpose.eventbrite.com/#]http://ocfashionweek2013runwayexpose.eventbrite.com/#[/url]
On Friday, from 7 to 9 p.m. there’s a “House of Style Live Photo Exhibit” by Toni & Guy Hairdressing Academy and exclusive avant-garde catwalk at AnQi by Crustacean. The event will also showcase a live photo exhibit for aspiring photographers and videographers, making it a stylish interactive soiree. The fashionable party will continue on into the night at AnQi.
On Saturday, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Dawson Cole Fine Art in Laguna Beach it’s “Haute Couture” and exclusive industry night for artists, retailers, and buyers who will attend a private invitational and Courtyard show case of artist Richard MacDonald’s collection in combination with the latest Haute Couture Show. The night continues with the T-Mobile Industry Party, a gathering of the industry insiders in Orange County. This event is invitation-only, though a limited number of tickets are available for purchase online.
On Sunday, from 2 to 5 p.m. there’s a Global Garden Eco Exhibit at Laguna Nursery in Laguna Beach featuring a children’s apparel designers fashion show starting with a Willy Wonka inspired “Pure Imagination” catwalk. Also enjoy the “Secret Garden: Flowers & Fragrance Show” showcasing the delights of beauty industry leader Jo Malone, and fashion forward succulents and edibles courtesy of Powell’s Sweet Shoppe of Laguna Niguel. The Eco Sustainable Designers Exhibit also debuts the “Plant a Seed of Good” kids program presented by Ruben Flores, of VisionScape and Laguna Nursery.
For more information about participating designers, scheduless, and tickets to events, visit OCFashionWeek.
Comp Gloss and Conditioning Fix
One of the most talented hair stylists we’ve ever met, Rochelle Flammer at Tek Salon and Spa on East 17th Street in Costa Mesa is offering a special for new clients.
She’s giving a complimentary gloss and conditioning treatment with any service. It’s especially ideal for dry and dull hair due to winter weather. Rochelle specializes in natural and bohemian cuts and color, ombré, and incredible blow-outs.
She’ll take time to listen to what clients want and she’s honest. We’re big fans of Rochelle’s talents at Greer’s OC and happy that’s she’s relocated to Costa Mesa.
Available 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. 310.890.7399. roeflammer14@aol.com
Tek Salon is at 230 East 17th St. in Costa Mesa.
