We coordinated this fabulous fashion show for the Dress for Success organization. We were so excited and honored to be a part of this wonderful event. The show took place on the rooftop of Hotel Solamar, it was the perfect setting for this classy and chic event.

The mission of Dress for Success is to promote the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and the career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.

This entire fashion show, models, make-up, hair, lighting, music, designers, and coordination is all produced by WOMEN. We are now, more than ever, seeing more successful woman in the workplace!

MoonLight Chic Fundraiser Event Highlights from Ilyas Curtis on Vimeo.

We want to thank all of the woman who made this show possible:

(Left to Right: Brittany, Krystel, Chantall)

Makeup Artists:
Brittany, owner of Brides by Brittany
Chantall, owner of Faces of California

Lighting by:
Maria, owner of San Diego Events Lighting

Fashion Show Coordination:
Krystel, owner of Couture Events

Hair by:
Hair, Body, & Sol Salon

The designers:

Kendall k. is a woman’s clothing line comprised of flirty, feminine pieces
with intricate detailing and a hint of vintage appeal. The brand infuses
lady-like charm, European flare and modern sensibility for the women with
inherent style.”

Stacie May is a local San Diego Designer. She is showing her Eternal Reverie Collection. While colorful and whimsical, the collection is something that can appeal to most women. There are dresses for afternoon weddings or a day at the polo club, dresses for a date night our night out on the town, and even some fun mix and match pieces. The Collection as a whole is meant to make women feel free to have fun and express themselves!

Molly B Bikinis is swimwear designed and made locally in Sunny San Diego. Each piece is inspired by the nostalgic beach lifestyle of classic California. Their 2011 line uses colors and styles that capture the feel of a Classic California beach lifestyle. Think 1960s and 1970s when bikini fashion was simple yet still daring. That timeless bikini was fashionable yet functional. It is the surf bikini you can wear all day, and easily transition into the night with. This San Diego bikini line presents a

perfect bikini, suited for beach bikini fashion with timeless California
style.

Karen Dietz hand dyed silks and fabrics for Molly B Bikinis that were crafted into pareos and beach over-ups for the fashion show. All are either very lightweight cotton or silk chiffon, and dye colors were custom blended to match the swimsuits. Techniques used included wrapping the fabric around poles and then applying the dye, accordion pleating the fabric, scrunching and tying the fabric into bundles, or hanging the fabric on a line and letting the dye drop down the cloth. Several pieces were over-dyed or color was discharged to create the different patterns on the cloth. In addition, the bamboo and cloth purse was hand painted for a one-of-a-kind look.

La Isla Jewelry‘s selection of necklaces and earrings are designed with semi-precious gemstones and accented with sterling silver and gold vermeil. We also have a variety of sophisticated casual tropical-wear pieces composed of coral and beautiful shells.

Adrianna Papell: This brand focuses on affordable luxury for “real women” dressing everyone from the mother of the bride to the prom queen. The collection incorporates important trends and includes fabulous evening dresses, day dresses, evening separates, and private-label sportswear.

Aidan Mattox: Inspired by the sophistication and elegance of Hollywood, Aidan Mattox creates luxurious dresses for social occasion, red-carpet, celebrity events and prom. The Aidan Mattox Collection was launched in 2004 to rave reviews. The collection includes extremely chic cocktail dresses as well as dramatic floor-length gowns, with alluring high fashion details in opulent jewel tones
and stunning neutrals.

It was such an incredible night and we were so grateful to be a part of it!

♥ Couture Events

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