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unique industrial look that the Brave Wings show will capitalize on. “It’s really cool and kind of has the feel of a New York fashion venue,” Cortez describes. “Woman’s Touch Apparel is growing rapidly! Our collaborations with Amber Rose and Jenzi Russel have made our market grow even larger,” Laforcarde says. “We can’t seem to hold on to inventory these days. We have our new line debuting at the BWFS called the Alpha Female Collection. This will be bold, and you will see some of the designs that we are so excited to release.” The runway show will feature new pieces by not only Woman’s Touch and Mabella Chic, but also six other designers ranging from casual to avant garde. The list includes Electric Lyon, Hamati Designs, Lana May, Last Ones Left, My Style Mode and Nazila Couture. Each designer will bring 10 to 12 looks, and the show will conclude with formal gowns and bridal (as usual). “This season I am excited to bring a collection of evening gowns with intricate embroidery and fluid fabrics. The cuts and styles are edgy, but feminine,” says Nazila Sawhney, designer and founder for Nazila Couture. “This collection, Pretty Femme, offers a variety of weightless, fluid, edgy gowns in pastels and earthy tones—a wonderful synergy of modern dresses with vintage Indian embroidery— humble yet haute.” Inspired by the Victoria’s Secret angel shows, the Brave Wings theme is a variation on that concept. Every year, Brave Wings invites designers to put their own fashionforward spin on a set of wings worn by the show’s models. “We have four different wings designers,” Cortez explains. “Guests can vote for their choice by dropping a token into their voting buckets.” The winning designer in the wings competition is treated to additional prizes—gift certificates and special services. 36 JAVA MAGAZINE Inside the warehouse space will be a fashion show campus of sorts, with a variety of activities. There will be a “shop villa” presenting local vendors, as well as food trucks parked inside. There will also be a full cash bar and a beer station (bartenders courtesy of Pour Masters and beer sponsor Peroni). “We are expecting about 400 guests,” Cortez says. “We sell out every seat every year, and it continues to grow.” Once the seats are sold out, standing room only tickets will become available. Ticket prices range from $100 (VIP and close to runway) to $35 (general admission). Live DJ team Digital Phunk will return to spin this event. Photo and videography services are covered by West Eal Photography. The hotel sponsor is The Clarendon, and a rockin’ after-party is scheduled there following the festivities at Vintage 45. In addition to continuing the annual Brave Wings show, Cortez has been busy this year rebranding Mabella Chic. When she launched the business a few years ago, it was exclusively gowns, high fashion and luxury design. Now, the brand is about everyday glamour—the hip mom. “The new Mabella Chic collection contains more timeless and classic pieces. Like dressing for work or running out the door but still looking put together,” Cortez says. “The idea is to keep moms trendy and stylish and help them feel good,” she says. Cortez is eager to launch her new looks and casual chic styles at this year’s Brave Wings. There is an air of anticipation as the final details of the show fall into place. “I always knew BWFS was going to be BIG, and that it will continue to grow and make a difference in the community,” Laforcarde says. “We recently launched a new annual event, called the 100 Women Event, where we help 100 women who are in need. We provide them with beauty pampering from some of Arizona’s top
ART EVERYWHERE About Face From the Airport’s Collection Terminal 4, Level 3, two display cases In All Terminals PHX Sky Train Stations Rental Car Center AT THE AIRPORT Light Rail Access Max Lehman, You Scream - I Scream - We All Scream, 2008, ceramic Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport skyharbor.com/museum | 602 273-2744 glam squads and provide them access to employers who are hiring,” she says. It’s a sort of job fair and makeover party for women in need. She plans to expand the event to include 200 women next year. Cortez and Laforcarde continue their campaign to bridge community giving and fashion while providing an event for people to look forward to in the thick of the summer. “We are the only big fashion show that really gives back,” Cortez says. “We do it in the summer for a reason!” Brave Wings Fashion Show takes place July 16 at 45 W. Buchanan Street, Phoenix. Doors open at 7 p.m. and advance tickets ($35 to $100) can be purchased online. www.bravewingsfashionshow.com www.facebook.com/Brave-Wings-Fashion-Show-315047821953953 All photos courtesy of Brave Wings Fashion Show It’s not the size of the joystick, It’s how you use it!
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