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Red Carpet Ready Inspo

Since we are quickly approaching Red Carpet Ready, it's time to give our guests an idea of what to expect! Our event will feature cocktails from Peroni and hors d’oeuvres provided by Fleming’s, hair and makeup tutorials from the team at Victor Victoria, and of course…. the red carpet! Pulling some looks from recent red carpet events you can grab different ideas and inspiration from these stars to help get Red Carpet Ready.

Looking at the recent Tribeca Film Festival:

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And  WTA Pre-Wimbledon Party:

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E! Online picked these best dressed ladies from the BET Awards:

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So find a little inspiration, dress up, grab a couple friends, and head on over to Borsheims in Regency Court for a fun filled night! Did we mention the first 50 guests will receive a free gift bag?! The event goes from 5pm-7pm on July 16th, see you there!

Retail Opportunities

Omaha Fashion Week opens up opportunities to Boutiques, Salons, Retailers, and Brands to engage with our wide audience! You are able to reserve a Retail Booth, Platform Session, or an ad in Omaha FASHION Magazine-- details below. Retail Booth- Not only will you be able to showcase your merchandise to our audience during OFW, but we will also help promote businesses that choose to use this medium. Through our website, social media networks, magazine, and e-mail blasts, we will help you reach our audience more directly. A few stats for these outlets: *150k+ Website Views, *40k+ Magazine Readers, *20k+ Social Media Followers, *10K+ E-mail Database—and these numbers continue to grow.

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Presentation Boxes/ Platforms- If you want an innovative approach to reach OFW’s audience, presentation boxes and platforms might be just what you’re looking for! Showcase your product on live professional models during the Younker’s Pre-Party at OFW. We will provide the platforms, models, and backstage dressing area. You provide the merchandise and up to four members of staff to supervise.

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Magazine Ads- Gain exposure to 40,000 plus fashion fans in the region’s only Provigil 200mg the Midwest fashion scene. You can choose from full, 1/2, and 1/3 page options!

There is an opportunity for everyone, don’t miss your chance to advertise your product or service to a vast audience this August! For more information or assistance contact Assistant Producer, Kylie Bollwitt at kylie@omahafashionweek.com.

Open Letter to OPS Board of Education: Keep Fashion in the Curriculum

Hey everyone!  It looks like an assistant superintendent at Omaha Public Schools is proposing the elimination of all clothing and fashion classes over the next two years. The Board of Education votes on the proposal Monday, May 18.  If you are as passionate as we are about keeping creativity in schools, please consider writing to the OPS board TODAY. The decision will impact thousands of kids from all socio-economic backgrounds who have an interest in fashion.  At OFW, we believe the life skills, job experience and leadership training kids receive through fashion education will benefit them no matter what career path they choose. Check out this letter written by OFW Producer Brook Hudson for some inspiration as you write your own.  Click here for a link to the list of OPS Board of Education members. Dear OPS Board of Education Members:

I am the producer of Omaha Fashion Week and it has come to my attention that you will be voting on a curriculum change that would eliminate fashion classes in Omaha Public Schools.  I've been involved in our local fashion scene for eight years and want to share with you some information about what's happening in Omaha related to fashion and how your very own students are involved and benefiting:

-Omaha hosts the nation's fifth largest fashion event in the US - Omaha Fashion Week.  OFW is bigger than events taking place in Kansas City, Minneapolis, and Chicago. -Over 1,000 young people participate in biannual fashion events (August and March) as designers, models, stylists, hair dressers, makeup artists, visual artists, stage managers, personal assistants, reporters, photographers and videographers.  They gain leadership training and real-world job experience through these activities. -9,000 attendees support this activity each year as Omaha Fashion Week ticketholders -Omaha has become known nationally as the fashion scene with the highest concentration of high school designers.  We regularly see students who go on to top fashion schools around the world, taking with them extensive portfolios and leadership experience through our programs. -Omaha Fashion Camp takes place each summer and exposes 60 young people, ages 6-17, to the many career paths available in the fashion industry. -The Fashion Institute Midwest, a non-profit organization, is actively involved in supporting young people with an interest in fashion by providing materials grants, educational opportunities and mentoring. -The Kent Bellows Mentoring Program at the Joslyn Museum has been running a fashion program for several years now to foster the creativity of budding fashion designers. -4-H has a long history of teaching craftsmanship and proper construction to students across the state of Nebraska. -SAC Federal Credit Union has recently launched a program to provide business advice and micro-loans to small fashion startups.

I understand that there is an emphasis in schools to prepare students for "high income, high demand" jobs.  This means more focus on subjects like math and science.  Shockingly enough, there is quite a bit of math, science and even engineering involved in fashion. Learning how to create a garment challenges a young person's spatial awareness, understanding of material properties/fiber content and even fundamental skills such as using a ruler.  For many of these students, fashion is an entry point for gaining an understanding of these concepts. Our experience with Fashion Camp opened our eyes to just how powerful the topic of fashion can be in bringing these abstract and technical concepts to life for young people.

Fashion classes also prepare students for so much more than a future in fashion design.  Let's be honest...becoming a big name designer is about as difficult as becoming a professional athlete and the rise to the top often starts with many unpaid internships and low-paying jobs.  However, there are many career paths in the fashion industry that don't involve design and sewing know-how, and are much more lucrative and accessible locally than you might realize.  Fashion is a multi-disciplinary industry that incorporates business, marketing, journalism, photography, videography and graphic design, in addition to vocational fields such as hair dressing and makeup artistry.  There are also research-based fields that overlap with fashion, such as consumer psychology and human geography. The intersection of tech and fashion is also an interesting area yielding high paying jobs for young people. Fashion entrepreneurship and retail is yet another path. With the ubiquity of the internet, it is now possible for a young person to start a business and gain access to a world-wide audience.  There are already several examples of this happening right here in Omaha.  The best part?  These talented young people don't have to leave our city to have a career in the industry that interests them...and through our vibrant fashion ecosystem, they now have the support they need to explore their interests and showcase their work on a world-class runway.

Given all of this, you might be asking why it is necessary to keep fashion in the curriculum.  OPS fashion programs are a pipeline for new talent entering the Omaha fashion ecosystem.  These classes are often the starting point and a place where students of all socio-economic backgrounds can build confidence and skills to the point where extracurricular fashion activities become a goal. Without that first step in the classroom, many students will never know what is available to them in their own backyard.  Thus, they will miss out on the valuable skills and life lessons that can be learned along the way to a career, whether in fashion or another industry.  What they learn through these experiences is applicable in almost any field.

I believe America's great competitive advantage on the world stage is the creativity of its people. Outsourcing of jobs that can be automated will continue to be a threat to this generation.  We owe it to ALL of our kids to provide opportunities to flex their creative muscles in school. Fashion programming is a great way to do that.  On behalf of the entire Omaha fashion community, I ask that you vote to keep fashion classes in the OPS curriculum.

Sincerely, Brook Hudson, MBA Producer, Omaha Fashion Week

August 2015 Designers Interviews Come To An End

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Last night we finished our last set of interviews for the August shows!

Thank you to all who applied and Good Luck!

Buf Reynolds

Kylie Bollwitt, Margi Hanlon, and Ashley Redinbaugh

Jacklynn Bridal

Samone Davis

Sabrina Jones

Alyssa Koory

Judy Bales

Michaela Cawley

Jenny Pool

Ellene McClay

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Amber Vokt

Denise Ervin

Kaitlyn Fitzgerald

Alesha Johnson

Sydney Moore

Tamara Newson

Isabel Muziva

Katelyn Otto

Caleb Hanner

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Dan Richters

Christopher DiGiorgio

Erica Cardenas and Bryan Frost

Adrienne Otteman

Jessica Lynn Collins

Alejandra Buenrostro

Leah Kettelson

Michelle Dunn

Elda Doamekpo

Pat Hayhurst

 Alison Cloet

Terri Buckner

Fella Vaughn

Juantiesha Christian

We announce our August lineups on April 27th - STAY TUNED! #OmahaFashion

OFW Designers Take on College

This year many of our OFW designers are embarking on new milestones in their lives. Some are about to graduate high school and make their way to college; while others are graduating college, and starting to build a career.  Stay up to date with what is going on with a few of our studious designers right here:  

Katie Thompson

Katie, winner of the Designer Showcase II, is a graduate student at Iowa State University. Thompson will be graduating with her Masters in May of 2016. The Iowa State student is currently focused on textile design with a specialization in digital textile printing. The OFW alum found that from narrowing her focus to textile design rather than the broad topic of fashion design it allowed her to figure out what direction to take in her future career goals. Katie hopes to get a job in textile printing or textile design with a company stationed on the coast. "I prefer to move around quite a bit so in 10 years I see myself in a different city at a new job, I have no idea what it may be.", says Thompson.

Walker Greene

Walker Greene is currently a foundation student at Paris College of Art. Next year Walker plans to go into fine arts. Don't worry, this does not mean an end to fashion for him. "I want to be more open to experiment and use different mediums rather than just focusing on one thing," says Greene.  Walker plans to mesh his fashion emphasis with his love for art- much like he learned through the Kent Bellows Studio and various art teachers he had. Walker attributes much of his success to the teachers he has had throughout his life."Some of the main art teachers that helped me throughout the years are: Debie Plog, who runs an art studio out of her basement,  Jeremy Caniglia, my art teacher at Creighton Prep, and Dan Richters who taught me almost everything I know about fashion and design," says Walker.

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Kate is a senior this year and definitely knows her way around the runway. The OFW alum will be making her way to New York in the fall  to attend Parsons the New School for Design.  Parsons has been a dream school for Kate since a young age and she is extremely grateful to not only be accepted, but to be receiving a scholarship as well. The senior is excited to be surrounded by the diversity in New York City. "I want to feel scared and uncomfortable as I think this will help me grow as a person and artist," says Walz. In 10 years Kate sees herself owning her own boutique in New York or Paris and to design exclusive collections for high end department stores. She understand this is a big goal but is excited to achieve it. "I often find that those who fear to voice their aspirations don't truly believe in their ability to achieve them," says Kate.

Join in on the Summer Fun: OFW Fashion Camp

Join in on the Summer Fun: OFW Fashion Camp Every kid goes to basketball camp, dance camp, or your regular old sleep away camp, but stray from the status quo this Summer and register send your child in the OFW & Develop Model Management fashion camp.

10629517_10152391917571553_1509002789398662300_oJoin the OFW Team and Develop Model Management for our Fashion Camp! Your child will learn about all aspects of the fashion industry, from sketching, photography and modeling, to creating their very own garment or accessory. Camp will culminate in a runway show for parents at the end of the week!

Fashion Camp will be held at Develop Model Management. Price includes all materials for the week- meals and snacks are NOT included.

Check out coverage of lasts year's camp by KMTV Action 3 News!

 

Session I/Kids Camp: $225 June 8th-12th  8am-noon  (6-10 year olds)

KIDS (6-10 y/o) FASHION CAMP SCHEDULE Day 1: Project introduction:  Design basics Day 2: Project introduction:  How to make a bag Day 3: Project introduction: How to decorate your bag and jewelry accompaniment Day 4: Topic and Group Discussion: How to model Day 5: Pick out matching garment from Goodwill. All group fashion show and photo shoot

Session II/Preteen+Teen Camp: $225 June 8th-12th 1pm-5pm (11-17 year olds)

PRETEEN/TEEN (11-17 y/o) FASHION CAMP SCHEDULE Day 1: Topic and Group Discussion:  Your personal style and creating a brand Day 2: Topic and Group Discussion: Mood boards Day 3: Topic and Group Discussion:  Fashion industry jobs Day 4: Topic and Group Discussion: How to produce a fashion show, what goes into planning Day 5: All group panel discussion with OFW producers Nick and Brook Hudson. All group mood board presentation and fashion show and photo shoot

PLEASE NOTE - There will be an Advanced Program for 11-17 y/o campers if they participated in the 2014 summer fashion camp or if they have advanced skill levels.  The Advanced Program curriculum will include instruction by expert fashion designers and sewing instructors.  At the culmination of the camp, there will be 6 campers chosen to showcase their designs at Omaha Fashion Week in August on platforms before the runway show starts!  If you would like more information regarding the qualifications for entering the Advance Program, please email info@develop-models.com with the subject line: Advanced Camp and someone will respond with additional information.

Register HERE: http://omahafashionweek.ticketleap.com/omaha-fashion-camp-2015/

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Fashion Camp will be held in the Younkers Court of the Oak View Mall between American Eagle and Victoria's Secret, in the old Disney Store.

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August 2015 VIP Swag Bags!

March was a huge success for Omaha Fashion Week and all those who participated!  F/W 2015 collections have been shown, and we're now preparing for S/S 2015 shows that will take place in August. With that being said, we're looking for great companies with great products and/or services to be a part of our VIP “Swag Bags" again.  All Saturday night (OFW Finale) ticketholders will receive an Omaha Fashion Week “Swag Bag” at the S/S 2015 show this August, and we want you to help make it fabulous.  This is an awesome opportunity for you to reach a large audience—an audience that will absolutely love your product(s).

Requirements 1. Must be able to provide an item or product in the quantity of 750. 2. Must be a tangible product or offer that adds value. 3. Products must be sent to the OFW office (107 S 55th St., Omaha, NE 68132) no later than August 10th.

Some past examples of products are... -Travel or full size hair and makeup products (shampoo & conditioner, mini mascara, lip gloss) -Edible items (cookies, dog treats, coffee beans, cupcakes, gum/mints) -Special offers (spa treatments, clothing store discounts) -Other items (candles, shot glasses, nail polish)

Below is the link you can follow to fill out an application!  It will close August 3rd. http://www.123contactform.com/form-972202/OFW-VIP-Swag-Bag-Application

Get to know our designers: Tuesday Edition

With our Student night quickly approaching we thought you would like to get to know a little bit about the young designers included in the show.

4-H students

Sydney Moore

OPS students

Caleb Hanner

Kent Bellows 

Grace Neary for Grace62 Designs

10941422_10152763403051553_7475174964314870810_nSydney Moore began sewing at the young age of eight with her grandmother Kathy. The 12 year old had always received a lot of support from her family and friends, when it came to sewing and designing. Last summer Sydney joined us for Fashion Camp  and was amazed at the fact that there were students just a little older than her getting their designs on the runway. Sydney will be showing in our student night as a first step in her dream of someday making it to Paris with her designs.

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Caleb Hanner, a college student at Iowa State University, had not always taken the path of design.  Caleb had began his college education majoring in music, as he grew more and more unhappy with it he knew it was time for a change.  Though he  had always loved fashion, it wasn't until he volunteered at the March 2014 show that he knew his new career direction. Caleb began sketching in the spring and June he began sewing.  By the end of the summer he had made his first outfit and is now ready to show his complete line at  Student night.

10978548_10152763382436553_399482236670735709_nAs a child Grace Neary drew designs much like she does today but at the time she believed if she took them to the department store they could magically make them for her. Eventually she learned to sew her designs her self with the help of grandmother and her trusty Vogue Sewing Book. The high schooler is inspired by much of the designs from the the 60's and the time of change. As Grace was designing this line she was going through a time of change of her own. The loss of her grandfather played a major role in her designs and can not wait to honor him with her line on Student Night.

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Click HERE to get your tickets to see our Student Night Show!

Younker's New & Now Show

Catch up on the latest trends with Younker's New & Now event!

YOUNKERS WESTROADS Saturday, March 28 11:00AM fashion show

Hosted by style expert and fashion blogger Jordan Chambre

Guest check in 10 a.m.

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Click HERE to reserve your seats today!

Booth and Platform Presenters at OFW

Omaha Fashion Week is quickly approaching and along with the shows we have some awesome retailers joining in on the fashion fun! BeYourself Boutique (March 13-14th)

Pretty In Patina (March 10-15th)

318 On The Avenue (March 11th and March 14th)

Alletti Jewelry (March 14th)

It! Works, Becky Jochim (March 14th)

The Ugly Sister Boutique(March 13th)

Atomic Bombshells (March 13th)

Declared (March 13th)

Nebraska Cancer Coalition: The Bed is Dead(March 11th)

Younkers(March 11th)

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BeYourself Boutique

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Pretty In Patina

10978601_338639059669922_3497006831122902404_n If you are looking for accessories for Omaha Fashion Week , Pretty in Patina  is your one stop shop. Located in the old market area, the boutique is full of vintage, name brand treasures  that are calling your name.With new  items coming in all the time you are sure to find the perfect accessory! You will also be able to shop at their booth every night of OFW and see their merchandise modeled on Wednesday and Saturday.

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318 On The Avenue 

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Alletti Jewelry

10830888_946609685384093_7749572247114500048_oWhether you are looking for something new or the value on something you already own, Alletti is here to help.  Alletti  does jewelry appraisal, done by their expert gemologists. If you are interested in learning how to learn to make jewelry for yourself check out their silver smithing classes. Alletti Jewelry  will have their beautiful, unique jewelry  available on  Saturday night!

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It Works!, Becky Jochim

Screen Shot 2015-02-18 at 7.33.07 PMDo you want to be a healthier version of yourself. It Works! products may be the perfect addition to your daily regiment. Whether your goals include being more fit or having healthier hair and skin, The It! Works girls have exactly what your looking for. Before you see their booth on Saturday night, get a preview of the products from Becky!

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The Ugly Sister Boutique

Ugly SistersThe Ugly Sister Boutique  is one of the most recent additions to the boutique that will be joining us for Omaha Fashion Week. The Ugly Sister Boutique started with a  love of bling. Judy Alioth had been designing jewelry for a few years and wanted a way to share her passion of glitz and glamour with the public. Judy  wanted a store the emulated her personality and was full  of  creativity. the store was started in 2010 and is now open in Midtown Crossing. Be sure to Checkout this gem before they join on  the Friday night of OFW!

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Atomic Bombshells

Atomic BombeshellAtomic Bombshells brings great vintage elements to a modern women. Atomic Bombshell carries clothing by Bettie Page Clothing, Sourpuss Clothing, and Pin Up Couture and much more. Their clothes are the perfect thing to bring out your inner Bombshell! The store full of petticoats and swing dresses is located in Midtown Crossing. They will have a booth available on the Friday night of fashion week but be sure to stop into their store now to shop and enter their Pink Couch giveaway before the 28th!

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Declared

DeclaredWith and inspiration of the crazy, defining teen years, Declared brings coast minded style to the Omaha area.  The brand started by Amy Lynn with up cycling and and dying denim in her basement. The fashion photographer was then joined by her friend Jake Thacker. The pair creates 90's inspired clothing and accessories worn by stars like Hayley Willams and Vanessa Hudgens. The brand will be showing in Omaha Fashion Week as well as hosting a booth on Saturday night.

 

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Nebraska Cancer Coalition: The Bed is Dead

tanningfact-MostCommonThe Nebraska Cancer Coalition is dedicated to educating the public on the risks  of tanning beds.  Nebraska Cancer Coalition  wants to be involved in young women 's commitment to protect themselves. The organization will be joining us on Wednesday night with their booth for the Methodist Hospital Survivor Show!

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During the Survivor  show Younkers will not only have a booth before hand but is also one of our very generous corporate sponsors! Younkers is dedicated to bringing the latest trends to the community. The Bon Ton owned department store reaches out to shoppers in the area with events like the New & Now Fashion show happening march 28th!

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tat'zTat'z Nail'z

Tat'z Nail'z will bringing the latest technology in nails to Omaha Fashion Week. they will join us Thursday and Friday night.With Tat'z Nail'z  technology meets beauty. Not only can you put any digital image on your nail at photo quality, but you can do it in less than 10 seconds. With their specialized machine fashion nails are just moments away. On their website you have the ability to create you own design to be printed.With Tat'z nail'z your nails will be your best accessory.

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Ensemble

Ensemble is a premium menswear store. They are located in Country side village. Ensemble carries a variety of name brands including Jack Spade, Jonathan Alder, and John Varvatos.  Ensemble works to create a contemporary shopping environment as a mens boutique. The Boutique will have a model presentation Saturday night before the show.

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Be sure to check out all these boutiques before and during Omaha Fashion Week!

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Still interested in being apart of the OFW?

Contact Assistant Producer Kylie Bollwitt, at Kylie@OmahaFashionWeek.com

Salons Involved in OFW!

It takes a whole crew to help designers to be runway ready! We want to thank all of the salon and beauty industry professionals who lend their time and expertise to our designers and their fashion shows, in order to bring the designer's whole vision to life! We appreciate you so much! Here is a rundown of who is involved! IMG_2486

 

 

 

Wednesday EQ School of Hair Design

Thursday Seven Salon Salon Fusion Matt Wayne Salon Creative Hair Design Turning Heads Salon and Spa EQ School of Hair Design

Friday Bellezza Salon Victor Victoria The Edge Salon Victor Victoria Creative Hair Design

Saturday Urbane Salon and Day Spa Kontempo.

Victor Victoria Scissori's Salon One Drake Place EQ School of Hair Design

Sunday Welcome To The Dojo Dressed To Kill Team Tee'z Reveal Victor Victoria Skincerely Yours Garbo's 3 Eclectic Chicks

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THANK YOU!

 

THANK YOU EQ!

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OFW would like to say, from the bottom of our hearts, a HUGE thank you to EQ School of Hair Design for all of the volunteers and support you lend to us each season of OFW!

You ROCK!

xoxo,

OFW Team

 

Here come the boutiques of Omaha!

Get your wallets ready..... Here come the boutiques of Omaha!  before you make your way to your seats at Omaha Fashion Week's March 2015 shows, take a moment to browse and shop the latest trends found in these local Nebraska boutiques:

BeYourself Boutique (March 13-14th)

Pretty In Patina (March 10-15th)

318 On The Avenue (March 11th and March 14th)

Alletti Jewelry (March 14th)

It! Works, Becky Jochim (March 14th)

 

Show your inner YOU with BeYourself Boutique.beyourself newThis boutique centers on how the clothes make you feel rather than what size you are wearing. BeYourself has a unique sizing pattern based on colors rather than numbers. BeYourself was founded in 2005 by two sisters, Kim Vasey and Jennie O’Dell with the mission to boost the self- esteem of women with beautiful clothes. The idea was so popular that the company grew in October of 2010 with the opening of a Lincoln store. The entire team  works to bring the latest trends while building the self confidence of the women of the Omaha area.

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pretty in patina newAre You Looking for name brand designer accessories but want something with a little more character?- Then Pretty in Patina is the perfect place for you! Pretty in Patina is a local Omaha boutique full of vintage treasures. The store carries name brands like Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Hermes, and Louboutin. Pretty in Patina is located in the Old Market area.  Owner Elizabeth Kittell began the company about two years ago selling online. In late 2014, Kittell decided a brick and mortar option was exactly what her company needed.

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Though you won’t find these clothes in Omaha, this Norfolk based boutique has the perfect addition to every wardrobe. Three Eighteen On The Avenue  was started by Marie Schroeder in October of 2013. Marie earned a degree in Fashion Merchandising and Marketing, after her son was born she decided it was time to get out from behind the desk and get involved in the fashion industry. Three Eighteen’s contemporary, unique style flourishes in the Norfolk area. The team is dedicated to  finding all of the up and coming trends while keeping to affordable prices.The boutique’s unique clothing is available in store along with online.

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Are you looking for a miracle? Well, at least a skin care miracle. Becky Jochim, Independent distributor for It Work!, is bringing just that to Omaha Fashion Week. The company started with the body applicator or Crazy Wrap thing and has grown from there! Becky has been a distributor for the company since May of 2014. Becky is a passionate entrepreneur who is invested in bringing healthy and life changing products to the area.

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alletti newBeautiful, unique,one of a kind, and affordable, these are all words to describe local jeweler, Alletti Jewelry. Alletti Jewelery is located in Rockbrook Plaza and is known for its one- of-a- kind jewelry and silversmith. though known by its name today, it hasn't always been called Alletti. Patra Pakieser  opened The Silversmith Jewelry and Workshop in September of 2008.  The company soon grew, in 2010, Patra began by selling at wholesale and by 2011 she began manufacturing as Alletti Jewelry. The company not only sells beautiful jewelry but also teaches others through classes and workshops.

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Want to join the fun? Get involved with Omaha Fashion Week!

Contact Assistant Producer, Kylie Bollwitt, at Kylie@Omahafashionweek.com 

Omaha Fashion Week Retailers

Every year Omaha Fashion Week offers retail opportunities during the week's events allowing people to shop some of the best local boutiques, handmade jewelry designers and even some OFW designers. Designs and outfits from boutiques and OFW designers will also be able to be seen on our platforms during the Younkers pre-party at Omaha Fashion Week. Click below to see what boutiques and designers are on which days and be sure to shop all of our retailers and designers during Omaha Fashion Week! jQuery UI Accordion - Default functionality

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Peroni

Imported from Rome, Peroni Nastro Azzurro is the No. 1 premium brand in Italy and is the most widely sold Italian beer brand overseas (it's found in 38 countries). This light, crisp European lager is produced using only the highest quality natural ingredients grown in Italy.

Crispin

Crispin Original is a craft cider made from the fresh-pressed juice of Washington and Oregon-grown apples. Not overly cloying or sweet, Crispin's ultra-premium ingredients and production process ensure a crisp bite, appley nose and a refreshingly lingering finish. Ingredients: Hard Apple Cider, Water, Apple Juice Concentrate (Back Sweetener), Natural Apple Essence, Malic Acid, Contains Sulfites.

Fashion Institute Midwest/Fashion Institute Guild

The mission of the Fashion Institute Midwest is a non-profit to support the growth of regional fashion designers by providing talented individuals access to four pillars of success: creative inspiration, technical training, resources and business education. The Fashion Institute Guild, FIG, is the supporting organization for the Fashion Institute Midwest. FIG’s mission is to support local fashion talent through fundraising and volunteering. Membership details at fashioninstitutemidwest.org.

Rhino Saurus Rex Knits

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Handmade ferocious Dragon Hats, sweet Unicorn Hats, wise Owl Hats, fantastic Fox Hats, quirky Monster Hats, and totally radical TMNT Hats.

Tuesday Aug. 19

Younkers

Younkers consistently offers a wide selection of unique and limited-distribution merchandise and competitively priced national and private brands tailored to the lifestyle needs of our customer. We provide our customer with an innovative and convenient shopping environment, attended by friendly and knowledgeable associates. Our website reaches out to all of our customers and allows us to serve markets that extend well beyond the geographical boundaries of our stores.

Peroni

Imported from Rome, Peroni Nastro Azzurro is the No. 1 premium brand in Italy and is the most widely sold Italian beer brand overseas (it's found in 38 countries). This light, crisp European lager is produced using only the highest quality natural ingredients grown in Italy.

Crispin

Crispin Original is a craft cider made from the fresh-pressed juice of Washington and Oregon-grown apples. Not overly cloying or sweet, Crispin's ultra-premium ingredients and production process ensure a crisp bite, appley nose and a refreshingly lingering finish. Ingredients: Hard Apple Cider, Water, Apple Juice Concentrate (Back Sweetener), Natural Apple Essence, Malic Acid, Contains Sulfites.

Fashion Institute Midwest/Fashion Institute Guild

The mission of the Fashion Institute Midwest is a non-profit to support the growth of regional fashion designers by providing talented individuals access to four pillars of success: creative inspiration, technical training, resources and business education. The Fashion Institute Guild, FIG, is the supporting organization for the Fashion Institute Midwest. FIG’s mission is to support local fashion talent through fundraising and volunteering. Membership details at fashioninstitutemidwest.org.

Ideal Image

At Ideal Image, we know that looking good is part of feeling good. With this in mind, we invite you to improve your look, as well as to save time with safe and effective hair reduction. We are dedicated to enhancing your Ideal Image, with laser hair removal.

Goodwill

Goodwill Omaha will be showcasing clothes on the platforms Tuesday night at Omaha Fashion Week. Thrifting is in, and Goodwill we show you how to pair their gently used clothes to get a unique look.

Wednesday Aug. 20

Younkers

Younkers consistently offers a wide selection of unique and limited-distribution merchandise and competitively priced national and private brands tailored to the lifestyle needs of our customer. We provide our customer with an innovative and convenient shopping environment, attended by friendly and knowledgeable associates. Our website reaches out to all of our customers and allows us to serve markets that extend well beyond the geographical boundaries of our stores.

Peroni

Imported from Rome, Peroni Nastro Azzurro is the No. 1 premium brand in Italy and is the most widely sold Italian beer brand overseas (it's found in 38 countries). This light, crisp European lager is produced using only the highest quality natural ingredients grown in Italy.

Crispin

Crispin Original is a craft cider made from the fresh-pressed juice of Washington and Oregon-grown apples. Not overly cloying or sweet, Crispin's ultra-premium ingredients and production process ensure a crisp bite, appley nose and a refreshingly lingering finish. Ingredients: Hard Apple Cider, Water, Apple Juice Concentrate (Back Sweetener), Natural Apple Essence, Malic Acid, Contains Sulfites.

Fashion Institute Midwest/Fashion Institute Guild

The mission of the Fashion Institute Midwest is a non-profit to support the growth of regional fashion designers by providing talented individuals access to four pillars of success: creative inspiration, technical training, resources and business education. The Fashion Institute Guild, FIG, is the supporting organization for the Fashion Institute Midwest. FIG’s mission is to support local fashion talent through fundraising and volunteering. Membership details at fashioninstitutemidwest.org.

Liz Moldenhauer for Repieced

Repieced is about reimagining everyday materials together. Currently I am creating upcycled and recycled mixed media jewelry, accessories and etc.

Westroads

Forever 21 at Westroads Mall will be modeling on the platforms. From kids to teens, they’ve got you covered for fashoin. Discover back to school fashion, sales, and more.

Thursday Aug. 21

Younkers

Younkers consistently offers a wide selection of unique and limited-distribution merchandise and competitively priced national and private brands tailored to the lifestyle needs of our customer. We provide our customer with an innovative and convenient shopping environment, attended by friendly and knowledgeable associates. Our website reaches out to all of our customers and allows us to serve markets that extend well beyond the geographical boundaries of our stores.

Peroni

Imported from Rome, Peroni Nastro Azzurro is the No. 1 premium brand in Italy and is the most widely sold Italian beer brand overseas (it's found in 38 countries). This light, crisp European lager is produced using only the highest quality natural ingredients grown in Italy.

Crispin

Crispin Original is a craft cider made from the fresh-pressed juice of Washington and Oregon-grown apples. Not overly cloying or sweet, Crispin's ultra-premium ingredients and production process ensure a crisp bite, appley nose and a refreshingly lingering finish. Ingredients: Hard Apple Cider, Water, Apple Juice Concentrate (Back Sweetener), Natural Apple Essence, Malic Acid, Contains Sulfites.

Fashion Institute Midwest/Fashion Institute Guild

The mission of the Fashion Institute Midwest is a non-profit to support the growth of regional fashion designers by providing talented individuals access to four pillars of success: creative inspiration, technical training, resources and business education. The Fashion Institute Guild, FIG, is the supporting organization for the Fashion Institute Midwest. FIG’s mission is to support local fashion talent through fundraising and volunteering. Membership details at fashioninstitutemidwest.org.

Alletti Jewelry

You’ll find an amazing selection of beautiful and affordable jewelry at Alletti Jewelry. Whether you’re looking for an engagement ring, a new setting for diamond, or something fun in silver, we have it. We'll even teach you to make your own jewelry in our silversmithing classes - no experience necessary.

Hannah Caroline Couture Menswear

Omaha Fashion Week Veteran Hannah Olsen of Hannah Caroline Couture will be debuting her line of menswear Thursday night on the platforms at Omaha Fashion Week.

Juan Mora-amaral and Bre Pittman

Juan Mora-amaral and Bre Pittman are two students from the Kent Bellows Mentoring Fashion Program who will be showing on OFW platforms for the first time. They are designing a men and women’s urban, contemporary collection.

Friday Aug. 22

Younkers

Younkers consistently offers a wide selection of unique and limited-distribution merchandise and competitively priced national and private brands tailored to the lifestyle needs of our customer. We provide our customer with an innovative and convenient shopping environment, attended by friendly and knowledgeable associates. Our website reaches out to all of our customers and allows us to serve markets that extend well beyond the geographical boundaries of our stores.

Hannah Caroline Couture

Hannah Olsen of Hannah Caroline Couture, a plus size fashion label, plans to show a collection of plus size knitwear. Hannah recently won the Maverick Business Plan Competition through UNO for her Hannah Caroline Couture business plan. She was the first freshman and first female to win! Shop her collection!

Wallflower

Bryan Frost and Erica Cardenas, designers behind Wallflower, will present a collection called Sister Mod full of ready-to-wear looks inspired by Omaha’s historical St. Cecilia Cathedral, where tradition meets modernism. Shop their collection along with pieces from their vintage store

Katie Thompson

Katie Thomspon, a senior at Iowa State University, designs business-casual, chic pieces for everyday women. Her SS2015 collection is a feminine take on the 1980’s powersuit including a mixture of separates, shorts, skirts, pants and blazers. Shop her collections.

Joi Katskee

Music inspires her work. Together, fashion and music are both great ways to express my individuality. All my work is made from repurposed and upcycled materials. Shop her collection of handmade jewelry and upcylced pieces.

Declared Clothing

Declared designer Amy Lynn Straub is a noted photographer and Declared is known for it's edgy vintage style. Shop her collection Friday night at Omaha Fashion Week and be a declared brat!

Alesha Johnson

Alesha Johnson is a high school junior and is an OFW newbie. Alesha’s collection consists of short, flirty silhouettes full of beading and chiffon, reminiscent of the twenties.

A Little Theatrics Introduced to Omaha Fashion Week

OFW is growing this Fall Season, with two off-site showcases! Jenny Pool, local Avant Guard costume designer, has a show entitled "Forêt des Rêves" or "forest of dreams." She will be debuting her collection on the evening of August 20, directly following the Omaha Fashion Week show at a separate venue on 10th and Dodge. Doors will open for the event around 9:30 p.m. and the show will start at 10:15 p.m.

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Pool, with local theatre The Witching Hour plan on producing a show that will feature an original fairy tale by local author Timothy Schaffert as well as a theatrical experience of clothes.

"I love immersive artistic experiences," Pool said.  "And I was inspired to create a collection and an experience for the audience that showcases garments that are beautiful, garments that are frightening, and things very much like clothes you did not know clothes could do."

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Local designer and Omaha Fashion Week Vetran Buf Reynolds also plans on debuting a collection during a late night show this August. On August 22, Reynolds is debuting a collection called "Phaesporia-Light Bringer."  The collection represents the path of a woman’s metamorphosis from dark to light. Reynolds will present a beautiful new collection that strikes a balance between art and fashion.

"This show is very personal to me. It touches on many aspects of my personal life," Reynolds said of her collection. "But could take on many different meanings for others. There will be a journey to follow on the runway, and in the end it is about freedom."

This event will take place after the Omaha Fashion Week show on August 22 at a separate venue on 10th and Dodge. Doors will open at 9:30 p.m. and the show will begin around 10:15 p.m.

Tickets for these magical late night performances are $20 per person and available for purchase.

Tickets:

Phaesporia-Light Bringer

Forêt des Rêves

Corporate View Box & Ticket Packages, Plus VIP Tables

In just seven years, Omaha Fashion Week [OFW] has grown to become the fifth largest independent fashion design event in the nation, with over 1,000 creative young people involved in putting on our biannual shows. We want to keep this momentum going! Since its inception in 2008, OFW has helped make the dreams of many young people come true:

  • Over 200 designers from all walks of life have been given the opportunity to participate in a free, professional show case.
  • Over 1,000 designers, models, stylists, photographers and other artists are involved in the biannual productions every year, gaining valuable leadership, teamwork and portfolio-building experiences.
  • OFW is now one of the largest fashion week events worldwide featuring high school designers.
  • Many of our participants have gone on to top fashion schools, received college scholarships and started successful fashion businesses.

Larger markets are often surprised to hear that Omaha has such a vibrant fashion scene, but we are pleased to report that other cities are now coming here to learn how to better implement their own fashion week events!  Not only do OFW events provide a professional platform for young artists…it is also a fun and glamorous night out for attendees.  Many companies participate in our events as a way to engage employees and entertain clients.  Here are ways your company can be involved:

  • VIP Table at Runway Finale, August 23: Entertain up to 10 guests, starting at $1,000.  Complimentary VIP Parking, Peroni VIP Pre-Party, VIP Gift Bag for each guest.
  • Corporate VIP Box at Runway Finale, August 23: Entertain up to 20 guests, $3,000.  Includes corporate signage on a beautiful raised cabana with a great view of the runway.  Complimentary valet parking, Peroni VIP Pre-Party, plus VIP Gift Bag for each guest.
  • Custom Corporate Ticket Package, August 18-23: Entertain larger groups of guests over multiple nights. Both VIP and Reserved ticket packages available and customizable to fit your needs and budget.

Enclosed is a one-sheet detailing these opportunities. If you are interested in any of these, we would welcome a conversation. Larger sponsorships and advertising placements in Omaha FASHION Magazine are also available.  Let us know by emailing brook@omahafashionweek.com or calling our office at 402.973.1061. The next season of OFW Runway shows is August 18-23, 2014 in under the tents in the Capitol District in downtown Omaha. We hope to hear from you!

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Get Red Carpet Ready for Fashion Week at Borsheims

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Guest can enjoy complimentary hair and make up done by Kontempo Salon,  hors d'oeuvres and sparkeling cocktails, and play our Jewelry Stylist game where the winner  receives a prize package including a pair of VIP tickets to one weeknight OFW show and a little something from Borsheims.   A special trunk show by Florida jewelry designer, Stephanie Kantis will also be featured at Red Carpet Ready!

The first 5o guests will receive a gift bag!

RSVP to Red Carpet Ready at Borsheims Fine Jewelry & Gifts! Very excited to have more friends from Peroni Nastro AzzurroKontempo.Design Parliament and Develop Model Management involved!  It's free and we hope to see all of our fashion fans there! #omahafashion

RSVP Here: http://omahafashionweek.com/redcarpetready

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The event will be held at Borsheims Fine Jewelry & Gifts which is located in Regency. Mark your calendars for Thursday July 17, at 5:30 p.m.

A look back at past events! 

RSVP Here: http://omahafashionweek.com/redcarpetready

For more information check out our Facebook event.

OFW Spring Children's Wear Show

Omaha, NE, March 7, 2014 – The children of Omaha took over the runway at Omaha Fashion Week last night featuring designs from Beloved, Banana Bread Baby, Jessica Lynn, Jessica Leigh Designs, and Markoos Modern Design. Markoos Modern Design, by Aubrey Sookram, showcased her ‘Clueless’ collection featuring fluffy pink textured coats, knee high socks and polka-dots with the familiar movie soundtrack bits playing, such as ‘Kids In America,’ by The Muffs.

Tonight debuts brand new F/W 2014 collections by Lenzanita, Elle’ Inspired, Hannah Caroline Couture, Wallflower, Crystal Hobson and Margie Trembley.  This is the first time Lenzanita, Elle’ Inspired, Wallflower, Crystal Hobson and Margie Trembley will feature collections on the OFW runway!

Saturday night will showcase F/W 2014 collections by Borris Powell, Kate Walz, Nuevintage, Buf Reynolds, Fella and Katie Thompson.

Sunday concludes OFW with a Beauty & Style event where eight teams from local salons have been selected to compete for a $2,000 prize package.  Teams will have 48 hours to create an 8-look collection.   Participants include, Welcome to the Dojo, Scissori’s, T’eez, Sirens at the Loft, Glitz, Capitol’s Creations, Garbo’s Midtown Crossing and One Drake Place.image004 image003 image002

photos:  1) Markoos Modern Design, 2) Markoos Modern Design, 3) Banana Bread Baby

Third Annual Cancer Survivor Night

Omaha, NE, March 6, 2014 – Omaha Fashion Week kicked off its seventh year Tuesday night at the Omar Bakery Building, located on 4383 Nicolas Street, debuting a new student night, partnering with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the Kent Bellows Mentoring Program and 4-H to present a program focused on high school students who are interested in fashion design. Last night Omaha Fashion Week is hosted its third annual Cancer Survivor show presented by Methodist Hospital.  The show includes over 90 cancer survivors modeling looks from the following local boutiques; All About Me, Bliss Boutique, CJ Banks, Chico’s at One Pacific Place, Christopher Banks, Coldwater Creek, Garment District, Katina’s, Maurice’s, McLovin, Mesh, Paperdoll, Post & Nickel, Skyz and Younkers.

Brook Hudson, OFW producer said, “This is always one of our most anticipated events!  The energy, emotion and support at the event is electrifying!  It is all about making these men and women survivors feel beautiful and it is our community that comes together to make that happen!’

Sunday concludes OFW with a Beauty & Style event where eight teams from local salons have been selected to compete for a $2,000 prize package.  Teams will have 48 hours to create an 8-look collection.   Participants include, Welcome to the Dojo, Scissori’s, T’eez, Sirens at the Loft, Glitz, Capitol’s Creations, Garbo’s Midtown Crossing and One Drake Place.

The rest of the week is as follows:

Thursday - Children’s Wear from designers Banana Bread Baby, Cute N Sassy Designz, Beloved, Jessica Leigh Designs, and Markoos Modern Designs.

Friday - Debut of brand new F/W 2014 collections by Lenzanita, Elle’ Inspired, Hannah Caroline Couture, Wallflower, Crystal Hobson and Margie Trembley.

Saturday - Debut of brand new F/W 2014 collections by Borris Powell, Kate Walz, Nuevintage, Buf Reynolds, Fella and Katie Thompson.

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Student Night Debut at OFW

Omaha, NE, March 5, 2014 – Omaha Fashion Week kicked off its seventh year last night at the Omar Bakery Building, located on 4383 Nicolas Street.  OFW started the week off debuting a new student night.    OFW is partnered with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the Kent Bellows Mentoring Program and 4-H to present a program focused on high school students who are interested in fashion design. The program will feature collections from Kent Bellows’ and 4-H students, along with a retrospective collection from OFW veteran designer and Kent Bellows Mentor, Dan Richters.  The show was followed by a panel discussion featuring industry experts, including Dan Richters; founder of Develop Model Management, Alyssa Dilts; and founder of Omaha Fashion Week, Nick Hudson, photographer Greg Higgins, designer Kate Walz and hairstylist Omar Rodriguez.  OFW had over 500 students attend last night’s kick off.  Students received free admission to the event. Tonight Omaha Fashion Week is hosting its third annual Cancer Survivor show presented by Methodist Hospital.  The show includes over 80 cancer survivors modeling looks from the following local boutiques; All About Me, Bliss Boutique, CJ Banks, Chico’s at One Pacific Place, Christopher Banks, Coldwater Creek, Garment District, Katina’s, Maurice’s, McLovin, Mesh, Paperdoll, Post & Nickel, Skyz and Younkers.

Sunday concludes OFW with a Beauty & Style event where eight teams from local salons have been selected to compete for a $2,000 prize package.  Teams will have 48 hours to create an 8-look collection.   Participants include, Welcome to the Dojo, Scissori’s, T’eez, Sirens at the Loft, Glitz, Capitol’s Creations, Garbo’s Midtown Crossing and One Drake Place.

The rest of the week is as follows: Thursday - Children’s Wear from designers Banana Bread Baby, Cute N Sassy Designz, Beloved, Jessica Leigh Designs, and Markoos Modern Designs.

Friday - Debut of brand new F/W 2014 collections by Lenzanita, Elle’ Inspired, Hannah Caroline Couture, Wallflower, Crystal Hobson and Margie Trembley.

Saturday - Debut of brand new F/W 2014 collections by Borris Powell, Kate Walz, Nuevintage, Buf Reynolds, Fella and Katie Thompson.

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