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Fashion First Runway participant, Sway and Cake, is kicking off shorts season with happy hour tonight from 6-8pm!
Receive an extra 20% off shorts and and additional 20% off sales items!
What a deal! We love our friends at Sway and Cake!
This Friday, June 8th, The Finerie is hosting a night of Fashion and Fun!
From 4-5pm you will have the opportunity to meet Designer Abbi Ferrin. Then from 5:30-8:30pm will be Art as Fashion II!
Abbi Ferrin clothes will be available at The Finerie all weekend long.
Over Memorial Day Weekend, we were all thinking about the best drinks that we had tasted in the last year.
Mentioned at the top of the list was Par 7 Vodka cocktails. Fashion First was able to get a taste of this delicious treat at the Rise n' Shine Pink Poker Party earlier in April.
Let us tell you, this is the vodka! Even the bottles look cool and delicious!
Yesterday, Rise n' Shine was featured in a King 5 News coverage for their work to help children affected by HIV/AIDS.
Fashion First Seattle is very proud to be supporting an organization like this.
by JOHN SHARIFY / KING 5 News
Posted on May 24, 2012 at 5:45 PM
Updated yesterday at 6:38 PM
“It was bad and I was angry. And I was scared,” said Ryan Hutchison, as he looks back 17 years.
Ryan was 13 years old then and had just received the devastating news about his father.
“I learned that he was gay and that he had AIDS,” said Ryan, who now lives in Austin, Texas.
Ryan didn’t know where to turn. His mom knew a place she hoped would ease her son’s pain and help him get through the most difficult time in his life. It was a place called Rise n' Shine.
“We created family,” said Janet Trinkhaus, who founded Rise n’ Shine almost a quarter century ago to help kids affected by AIDS. “What I believe family is, in the truest sense, you are there for your family members always.”
The hallmark of the non-profit is matching each child with an adult mentor who commits to four hours a week with a child for a year. Linda Chauncey was one of those mentors back then, matched up with a 13 year old named Ryan.
“He was a wonderful human being then at 13,” said Linda tearfully. “All those things were there. “
Linda, who is currently the Associate Dean of the Culinary Program at Seattle Central Community College, took Ryan to restaurants and museums. They did fun things together. They were in each other’s lives.
“And we talked about everything,” said Linda.
And even though the mentorship was supposed to last a year, in reality, it lasted a lifetime.
With Rise n' Shine, Ryan Hutchison received the best gift of all: a lifelong friend, whom he hadn’t seen in 10 years, until the other day.
“How ‘bout a hug?” were the first words out of Linda’s mouth after all these years.
They have a lot of catching up to do. Linda will learn that Ryan is paying it forward. He’s a development director for a non-profit that has programs to help children. Hutchison came back to Seattle to help Rise n’ Shine with a fundraiser. He told the donors that at Rise n’ Shine no one judged him.
“Nobody passed judgment on my having a gay dad with AIDS,” he said.
And he told them about his mentor, Linda Chauncey, who helped him get through those impossible times.
We all love happy endings. When I interviewed Ryan, I assumed his father had passed and I asked him how he dealt with his father’s passing at such a young age.
“He’s not dead,” Ryan told me. Turns out, Ryan’s dad survived and 17 years later is alive and well - a proud dad, no doubt, to see how his son has turned out.
Linda Chauncey shares that pride.
“You’re such a charmer Ryan,” Linda tells Ryan.
“You know why?” Ryan responds.
“Did I rub off on you?” Linda asks.
“You did rub off on me,” says Ryan.
Lucky Ryan and lucky Linda for having each other and for knowing this friendship, that began such a long time ago during some very dark times for a teenager, will last a lifetime.
For more information about Rise n’ Shine and the services they provide, including their membership program, you can go to risenshine.org. They’re always looking for volunteer mentors.
And speaking of mentors, the mentor of ALL mentors is the non-profit’s founder. In June of 2011, Washington State Mentors honored Janet Trinkhaus with the 2011 Champion of Mentoring Award.
This past week, Fashion First team member, Maggie Brookes, was on the prowl with Founder and Producer, Joan Kelly, for the hottest and trendiest footwear. The place to be to see the shoe styles soar was Wine, Women and Shoes.
Located in Bellevue’s Old Main shopping neighborhood, La Ree is a dream come true for the modern day girl-who-wants-everything. Brands include Helmut Lang, Isabel Marant, Alexander Wang, Vena Cava, and many more fashion forward designer brands.
1. Royal Blue YIGAL AZROUEL Ultra Luxe Silk Stretch Dress, Amethyst LAUREN MERKIN “Allie” Lambskin Clutch, ARIELLE de PINTO Spectrum Drip Earring, Shoe not available for sale
2. HELMUT LANG Strata Cropped Jacket, Grey Speck RAG & BONE “Saami” Dress, VENA CAVA Ten Over Six Guadalupe Suede Pump, PROVA Black Planet Rock Split Neck Fringe Scarf
3. Salt & Pepper Royal Trim RAG & BONE “Harvard” Snap Front Jacket, Black ALEXANDER WANG Trompe L’oeil Tuxedo Shirt, Black BY MALENE BIRGER Lace Camisole, White JOSEPH Rocker Stretch Gabardine Pant, Shoe and hat not available for sale
4. Leopard BY MALENE BIRGER Faux Fur Coat, Red VENA CAVA Fax Machine Pleated Dress, Black VENA CAVA Ten Over Six Guadalupe Suede Pump, Vintage Covered Strand of Pearls
5. Cream ALEXANDER WANG Sheer Chunky Sleeveless Turtleneck, Crimson RAG & BONE Skinny Stretch Cord, JOSEPH Pilgrim Khaki Wedge Bootie, Black TILA MARCH Daisy Suede Messenger Bag
6. L’AGENCE Black Wool with Brown Suede Trim Fringed Cape, Grey RENE LEZARD Cotton Rusched Knit Button-down Top, Grey RENE LEZARD Wool A-line Skirt, Cognac REPETTO “Oye” Leather Bootie, Camel M. PATMOS Merino Wool Triangle Fringe Shawl
7. M. PATMOS Merino Wool Camel Jacquard Chunky Cardigan, Steel Blue/Grey L’AGENCE Silk Tie Neck Blouse, Grey L’AGENCE Wide Leg Trouser, TILA MARCH Khaki Derby Suede Wedge, Camel ATHE VANESSA BRUNO Soft Leather Bag
8. Taupe ALLUDE Cashmere-back Rabbit Fur Vest, Black L’AGENCE Silk Blend Turtleneck Bodysuit, Cranberry RENE LEZARD Rusched-waist Wool Skirt, TILA MARCH Sienna Brown “Corolle” Suede Bootie, Sienna Brown BY MALENE BIRGER Fedora
9. Taupe RENE LEZARD Wool High Collar Coat, Emerald VANESSA BRUNO Mohair Sleeveless Turtleneck Tunic, Wine RAG & BONE Stretch Skinny Jean, Brown RAG & BONE Classic Newbury Boot, Chocolate Brown TILA MARCH “Manon” Suede Mini Bag
10. Black ISABEL MARANT Hoani Cowens Masculine Jacket, Black/Grey ISABEL MARANT Joss Two Tone Holes Knit Sweater, Grey ISABEL MARANT Kirvan New Irish Knit Legging, Black ISABEL MARANT “Dicker” Boot, ISABEL MARANT Beaded Tie Necklace, Black JEROME DREYFUSS “Carlos” Calfskin Bag
11. Black ALEXANDER WANG Hybrid Tweed Ski Jacket with leather Details and Fur Hood, White ALEXANDER WANG Shirttail Button-down Blouse, Charcoal M. PATMOS Merino Wool Maxi Skirt, Black RAG & BONE Moto Boot
12. Emerald YIGAL AZROUEL Shiny Jersey Long Sleeve Dress, Shoe not available for sale *Special Note* Vintage Fur Trim Collar Coat, from the woman behind the name of La Ree: Virginia Laree. I love you, Grandma- and thank you for inspiring me every day! - Rachael
Located in the heart of the Downtown Seattle shopping district, Sway and Cake offers a delicious mix of up-and-coming indie designers and of-the-moment brands. The team at Sway and Cake is always on top of the latest trends and ready to make you feel like a celebrity.
SHOPSway and Cake: 1631 Sixth Avenue Seattle, 98101 206.624.2699
Runway Looks:
1. BLU MOON “Red Bird” One-Shoulder Maxi Dress, LINEA PELLE Double Wrap Belt, Nude CYNTHIA VINCENT Stud Wedge, VANESSA MOONEY Multi-colored Feather Earring, MIKAL WINN Turquoise Slab Cuff with Swarovski Crystal
2. NIGHTCAP Lace Teddy with T-back Layering Tank, NIGHTCAP Long, Lace Skirt, Black LOEFFLER RANDALL “Noemi” Bootie, LOVE AJ Pyrite Bodychain, Black Fedora
3. J BRAND Wax Legging, CHASER “American Rebel” Rocker Tee, NSF Plaid Shirt, RELWEN Military Jacket with Hood. LOEFFLER RANDALL “Emory” Bootie, VANESSA MOONEY Turquoise Rosary
4. TUCKER “Fan Print” Blouse, J BRAND “Bianca” High-rise Denim, Black CYNTHIA VINCENT Wedges, MARCIA MORAN Gold Horizontal Druzy Necklace, Hat, Belt, and Gloves personal pieces
5. GEORGIE Wide Leg Lace Pant, BOYOD “Lora” Embellished Tank, REBECCA TAYLOR Faux Fur Bomber Jacket, Cognac CYNTHIA VINCENT Wedge
6. CURRENT/ELLIOT “The Bell” Wide Leg Denim, NIGHTCAP Lace Bodysuit, MYNE “Virgo” Leather Jacket, Crimson CASTANER Lace-up Wedge, Cognac LINEA PELLE Braided Belt, GARA DANIELLE Druzy on Suede Fringe Chain, CHAN LUU Brown Agate Necklace
7. BROCHU WALKER “Asymmetrical” Dress with Black Leather Belt, Black CYNTHIA VINCENT Tall Knee Boot, Red LINEA PELLE Handbag
8. RORY BECA One-Shoulder Dress, Cognac CYNTHIA VINCENT Tall Knee Boot, MIKAL WINN Ball Pendant Necklace with Swarovski Crystal, LINEA PELLE Stud Leather Bracelets
Ragamoffyn’s is a legendary designer consignment boutique located in the heart of downtown Kirkland. With major designer finds from some of the ‘hautest’ closets in the Northwest, a trip to Ragamoffyn’s is always worth your while.
SHOP Ragamoffyn's Consignment: 132 Park Lane Kirkland, 98033 www.ragamoffyns.com
Runway Looks:
1 Beige DOLCE & GABBANA Sweater, Vintage Fox Fur Vest, J BRAND Jeans, Beige JIMMY CHOO Boots
2 Black and Cream MARC JACOBS Ruffle Lace Dress, Black VIA SPIGA Lace Booties
3 Black/grey Print Racerback Silk Blouse, Black ANNE FONTAINE Coat, Black GUCCI Belted Pants, Black CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN Boots with Buckle
4 Gold PRADA Silk Shift Dress, Autumn LORO PIANA Cashmere Shawl, Maroon CHRISTIAN DIOR Boot, VALENTINO Clutch
5 White PRADA Ruffle Blouse, Black GIVENCHY Skirt Suit, Black BCBG Shoe, Black BALENCIAGA Handbag
6 Grey GUCCI Silk Halter Dress with Bamboo Detail, Brown GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI Sandal with Gold Detail, Bronze ETRO Beaded Leather Clutch
7 Black ESCADA Beaded Dress with Feather Skirt, Black YVES SAINT LAURENT Shoes
8 White CHANEL Tweed Dress, Black PRADA Jacket, Black B. Makowsky Suede Wedges, Black CHANEL Cross-Shoulder Handbag
Located on First Avenue near the Seattle Art Museum and the Four Seasons Hotel, The Finerie is where distinctive style meets timeless appeal. You’ll find local designers like Heilyke and Madina Vadache alongside curated picks from designers like Sonia Rykiel and For Joseph.
SHOPThe Finerie: 1215 First Avenue Seattle, 98101 206.652.4664 www.thefinerie.com @thefinerie
Runway Looks:
1. FRANCO MIRABELLI plaid riding jacket, Red FRANCO MIRABELLI Rusched Tunic, Striped SONIA RYKIEL Merino Wool Skirt, MS WOOD Leather Sash , MARILYN BERG Carved Horn Necklace, Mustard SONIA RYKIEL Patent Leather Bag
2. Snake Embossed YOANA BARASCHI Trench Coat, Pompei Red YOANA BARASCHI Printed Blouse, Black BY SMITH Cuffed Short
3. ELMIDAE Wool Cropped Moscow Jacket, YOANA BARASCHI Print Blouse, MS WOOD Purple Heart Wood Square Earrings and Bangles
4. Fur FOR JOSEPH Vest, YOANA BARASCHI Mock-Turtle, Grey SONIA RYKIEL Wool Cargo Pant, SONIA RYKIEL Gloves and Scarf, MS WOOD Purple Heart Wood Earring
5. Denim CIVIL SOCIETY Zip Hooded Jacket, CIVIL SOCIETY Henley Basic Layered over Long Sleeve Woven, Black CIVIL SOCIETY Denim
6. WYATT ORR Leather Coat, Black CIVIL SOCIETY Hooded Basic, REPORT Tweed Wool Pant
7. Charcoal SONIA RYKIEL Double Breasted Merino Wool Capelet, Camel YOANA BARASCHI Long Sleeve Basic, Mustard SONIA RYKIEL Merino Wool Skirt, Mustard and Brown SONIA RYKIEL Leather Satchel, SONIA RYKIEL Platform Patent Leather Oxfords, MS WOOD Chunky Wood Bracelets and Earrings
8. Mustard SONIA RYKIEL Wool Swing Coat with Silver Hardware, Multicolored BY SMITH Shift with Square Insert Detail, Multicolor SONIA RYKIEL Lucite Stackable Bracelet, MS WOOD Earrings
9. Chestnut ELMIDAE KIEV Swing Coat, Chestnut and Navy ELMIDAE “Sarov” Dress, Navy RAINA Belt, MS WOOD Square Wood Earrings
10. Charcoal MS WOOD Exaggerated Kimono Wool Flouce Tail Jacket, MS WOOD Long Sleeve Silk Asymmetrical Shift Dress with Matching Sash
Shoes by REPORT FOOTWEAR; Models' Feather Hair Extensions by PLUME
Lizzie Parker creates modern clothes for the woman with a multifaceted life. Working specifically in knitwear, Lizzie designs core essentials and fashion-forward layering pieces so you can easily make the sidewalk your catwalk each and every day.
SHOP Lizzie Parker 317 NW Gilman Boulevard Ste. 24 Issaquah, 98027 425.427.0708 www.lizzieparker.com @lizzie__parker
Runway Looks:
1. Black Sequin LP by LIZZIE PARKER “Enter Sandman” Pant, Black LIZZIE PARKER Lizzie Tank
2. Chocolate Brown LIZZIE PARKER Seamed Dress
3. Black LP by LIZZIE PARKER Matte Jersey Lizzie Dress
4. Chocolate Brown LIZZIE PARKER Ponte Halter Dress, Chocolate brown LIZZIE PARKER Duster Tie Vest
5. Black sequin LP by LIZZIE PARKER “Livin’ On A Prayer” Vest, Black LP by LIZZIE PARKER Matte Jersey Lizzie Pencil Skirt
6. Navy LIZZIE PARKER Easy Cowl Tee, Navy LIZZIE PARKER Lizzie Tank, Gunmetal LIZZIE PARKER Ponte Pencil Skirt
7. Navy LIZZIE PARKER Jumper, Black M. RENA Tank Top
8. Black Sequin LP by LIZZIE PARKER “Kiss Me Deadly” Dress, Black M. RENA Tank, Black M. RENA Legging
9. Navy LIZZIE PARKER One-arm Tunic, Black LP by LIZZIE PARKER Matte Jersey Lizzie Legging
10. Plum LIZZIE PARKER Asymmetrical Cropped Tee, Black LIZZIE PARKER Lizzie Tank, Gunmetal LIZZIE PARKER Ponte Wide Leg Pant
11. Black LIZZIE PARKER Draped Tee, Plum LIZZIE PARKER Seamed Tea Skirt
12. Black LIZZIE PARKER Asymmetrical Cropped Tee, Black Sequin LP by LIZZIE PARKER “Shoot to Thrill” Skirt
Shoes by REPORT FOOTWEAR, Models' Feather Hair Extensions by PLUME
Mercer is located in Seattle at University Village and in Sammamish at Pine Lake Village. Mercer’s passion is all things denim combined with a highly edited selection of the season’s most current fashion items from the best contemporary brands.
SHOPMercer in Two Locations:
2670 University Village Street, Seattle WA 98105, 206.388.0329 www.mercerstore.com
3046 Issaquah Pine Lake Road SE, Sammamish WA 98075, 425.392.2955
Runway Looks:
1. Black J BRAND “Hewson” Legging, Teal REBECCA TAYLOR Hammered Satin Ruffle Cami, Black TWENTY8TWELVE “Tiburg” Shrunken Blazer, LOVE HEALS Multi-wrap Necklace
2. Teal J BRAND 912 Pencil Leg Cords, Print MADISON MARCUS Mesmerize Blouse, Grey WILL ARTISIAN Smooth Belt, Grey HEET Two-strand Crystal Bracelet, Grey REBECCA MINKOFF “Mac” Shoulder Bag
4. Black CITIZENS OF HUMANITY Star Slick Avedons, Maroon SWEET PEA Banded-Bottom Tank, Ombre Grey-Red AUTUMN Cashmere Drape Sweater, Vintage Silver VANESSA MOONEY “Spear Me” Pendant, Vintage Silver VANESSA MOONEY “Keepsake” Necklace
5. Red J BRAND 912 Pencil Leg Cords, Tan/Black GEMMA Chanel Trim Blouse, Black VINCE Cashmere Chunky Rib Cocoon, Black BEIRN Snakeskin “Jenna” Hobo Handbag, Tortoiseshell SUPER RETRO FUTURE Sunglasses
6. Black TWENTY8TWELVE “Alex” Lace Dress, Grey TWENTY8TWELVE “Delphy” Sweater, Black and Silver ZOE CHICO Ombre Chain Necklace, Black with Clear Lenses SUPER RETRO FUTURE Sunglasses
7. Grey TWENTY8TWELVE “Maggie” Flannel Skirt, Charcoal TWENTY Cashmere/Jersey Long Sleeve Crew, Camel VINCE Hooded Drape Coat, Mixed Brown BEIRN Snakeskin “Jenna” Handbag, Red AUTUMN Cashmere Wrap
Located across from downtown Kirkland’s Waterfront Market, Chez Chic offers edgy contemporary fashions for men and women. Their private Chez Chic label brings affordable glam to the Northwest.
SHOPChez Chic 127 Lake Street South, Kirkland, 98033 425.828.4243 www.chezchic.com
Runway Looks:
1 Sequin CHEZ CHIC Tank, Black HABITUAL Legging, Black Quilted Purse, Cheetah Scarf, Horn Necklace, Silver Dagger Aviator Sunglasses
2 Fuchsia and Black CHEZ CHIC Strapless Mini Dress, MANDY MOON VINTAGE 5-strand Glass, Smoke, and Rhinestone Necklace, Bracelets by CHEZ CHIC
3 Black CHEZ CHIC Sequin Dress with Mesh Contrast, MANDY MOON VINTAGE 5-strand Vintage Rhinestone and Rock Crystal Necklace , CHEZ CHIC Cuff Bracelet
4 Rose Gold CHEZ CHIC Sequin Dress with Open Back
5 Silver CHEZ CHIC Sequin Tank, Black SFIZIO Riding Pants, Grey Fur Trim GEOGIOU Jacket, Earrings by CHEZ CHIC
6 White sequined MALIBU DOLL swimsuit, White CHEZ CHIC Silk Blazer, 1950’s Double Koi Fish Pendant on Vintage Beaded Strand by MANDY MOON VINTAGE
7 Black/Gold Sparkle CHEZ CHIC “Bondage” Dress, MANDY MOON VINTAGE Geode Druzy and Onyx Statement Necklace
8 Silver and Gold CHEZ CHIC Sequin Open Back Dress, White Vintage Rabbit Fur Coat, Earrings by CHEZ CHIC
9 Royal Blue Embossed BERTIGO dress shirt, Leather Trim AFFLICTION Jeans
10 Black Sparkle Turquoise Embossed BERTIGO Dress Shirt, ROCK AND REPUBLIC Jeans
The Finerie features two stellar local designers, HEILYKE, designed by Heili Aun Nalla, and Madina Vadache’s couture quality designs. Both designer collections are available downtown at The Finerie.
HEILYKE is an original line influenced by Heili's formal training and techniques she learned in Europe, fused with the artistic environment she enjoys in Seattle. Her elegant, well-crafted creations first graced the FASHION FIRST runway as "Best in Show" from Seattle Magazine's Seamless in Seattle set last year.
For Madina Vadache, art and fashion cannot be separated. Whether the piece is a custom-made wedding gown, an architectural blouse, or a hand-painted silk tee shirt, Vadache applies the same level of couture-inspired skill to everything she crafts.
Rosalyn Librande, a recent graduate from the Art Institute of Seattle’s Fashion Design program designed tonight’s one-of-a-kind SEATTLE Magazinefinale dress for our multi-talented and gorgeous celebrity model, Mandy Moon.
Finale Looks: LA REE: Black ATHE VANESSA BRUNO Silk Crepe de Chine Pleat Dress, Blue VENA CAVA Ten Over Six Eileen Suede Low Pump, PROVA Black Dahlia Knit and Silk Infinity Scarf
SWAY & CAKE: Black PORCELAIN “Greta” Lace Flutter Dress, Black LOEFFLER RANDALL “Noemi” Bootie
RAGAMOFFYN’S: Black ESCADA Beaded Dress with Feather Skirt, Black YVES SAINT LAURENT Shoes
THE FINERIE: Black YOANA BARASCHI Club Prive Corset Jacket and Matching Skirt, MARILYN BERG Druzy Pearl and Swarovski Crystal Necklace
LIZZIE PARKER: Black Sequin LP by LIZZIE PARKER “Kiss Me Deadly” Dress, Black M. RENA Tank, Black M. RENA Legging