DFW Press Launch Party at the Whitney Mansion

Last night I attended Detroit Fashion Week Press Launch Party at the Whitney Mansion sponsored by Uneek Collections. It was a great start to a great week of fashion, makeup and the love of all things creative.  Detroit Fashion Week was created six years ago by Brian Heath and he continues to produce the show.  The idea is to make people aware of Michigan's fashion industry and what it has to offer. 

The party was hosted by CW50 Official Detroit Gossip Girl Lauren Turner. The party also featured up and coming recording artist Lewis Hensley of Uneek Music label. He has a wonderful voice and knows how to entertain his audience. We were also entertained by a live DJ throughout the night and a couple of contortionists.  


Uneek Collections showed us a new collection of urban designs that anyone can wear and look fabulous in.  They showed new selections of men and ladies clothes to wear from classic shirts to hooded tops.  The models makeup were great.... of course that is mainly what I was focused on. Accessories were also modeled from the Jenna Kator Collection of Women Designer Handbags.  She has some fantastic styles from the everyday to a night out on the town. 

The press party was a chance to network and have fun. I did a little of both and can't wait for what's to come the rest of the week.  Below is a couple of pictures I took in one of the rooms in the mansion.      

New York may be the fashion capital, but Michigan also has great talent, designers, photographers, makeup artists and models who love what they do.  Check out http://www.uneekcollection.com/  for their clothing, etc. and  http://www.detroitfashionweek.com/  for more information on designers, sponsors and more.  

Hair and Makeup by me

Below are the other events for DFW.

9/21
Wine tasting & Fashion Network at Vintner's Cellar 6pm
325 E. Fourth Street, in Royal Oak
no cover charge, wine tasting donation to Young Survivors Coalition applies if you are drinking $15.00
includes 3 Tastes, 50% donated to YSC, balance covers the cost of the tastes

9/22
Detroit Fashion Week Salon Showcase at Douglas J in Royal Oak 8pm
409 S. Center St., Royal Oak, MI
by invitation, please send us a request on our contact form above
John Gooden, Salon Ray, Salon XLColor & Design Group, Salon BonCiDello Salon & Spa
more info on the Salon Showcase page under Events

9/23
Detroit Fashion Week Student Showcase at the Royal Oak Farmers Market 7:30pm
316 East 11 Mile Road  -  2 blocks east of Main St.
tickets $10.00 online or at the door

9/24 - 7 - 10pm, DJ after 10pm
Live Jazz @ the Whitney Mansion,
4421 Woodward Avenue Detroit, MI
no cover before 10pm, $10.00 after

9/24
Detroit Fashion Week Showcase Official Pre-Party at The Dirty Martini 9:00pm
sponsored by LeoLibra Entertainment
42705 Grand River Avenue  - Novi, MI
cover $15.00 gen. admin,  $25.00 VIP

9/25
Detroit Fashion Week Couture Showcase at the Royal Oak Farmers Market 7:30
316 East 11 Mile Road  -  2 blocks east of Main St.
Tickets $25.00 online and at the door

9/25 - immediately following the showcase
Detroit Fashion Week Official After Party at D'amato's
222 Sherman Drive  -  Royal Oak, MI

order tickets and get VIP pricing details on DFW ticket link.  If you missed DFW in the past... don't miss it this year.

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IMATS Toronto 2010 Series Part 1

Living in Michigan, we don't have many opportunities nearby for Makeup Trade Shows, etc. that don't require being a certified professional MUA, student, photographer, etc.  If you are already in the business with comp sheets, letters of recommendations, license, etc. then you have the credentials for most shows, and classes. Getting the necessary on the job training, being mentored by someone, and having the products for your kit doesn't happen overnight unless you have the funds to travel to the classes and people who can help you make your dreams of being a certified working MUA a reality.

For those of us who are just starting out , who have to keep our current jobs to pay the bills, and want to network, learn some new skills, and purchase some products for our kit from brands that can't be found in local stores, IMATS Toronto is the place to be. International Makeup Artist Trade Show hosted by Makeup Artist Magazine will be in Toronto, ON in November 2010 for the 2^nd year and this will be my 1^st time going. It will be at the Toronto Congress Centre on November 6-7, 2010. There will be workshops, exhibits, various people to network with that are doing well in the industry and many products to purchase at a discount.

Makeup Magazine was created in 1996 by Emmy® Award-winning make-up artist Michael Key out of a desire to keep MUA's informed. IMATS was 1^st held in August 1997 in Los Angeles, CA to educate and connect MUA's all over the world. Currently it has expanded to 6 shows in 4 countries throughout the year. New York has been added at the newest show in April 2011(I would love to go to this one too).

Any trip I take to conventions, shows, etc. that are out of town, I always do my research. I like to know what is in the area such as restaurants, shopping, and other places of interest. Currently I am doing my research on the brands that will be there so that I will have an idea of the products I would like to purchase. Having a list makes it easier to so that you don't forget something you may really want and to avoid shipping cost if you have to order it online later. I have also checked out the restaurants in the area so that I can try a new one for dinner or lunch while I am there. I hope to see you there. :) 

Tickets are on sale now.  Get them now while they are lower. Check out "www.imatsshow.com" for full information on IMATS and links to Makeup Artist Magazine and more.

IMATS is produced by Make-Up Artist magazine.