Sol Inspirations Run of Show:

Sol-Inspirations Eco-Fashion Gala and Fundraiser
Saturday, April 23rd at The Depot | Tickets

A look from Seth Aaron's SolarWorld Collection

Photo: Ed Kavishe/Fashion Wire Press

From Ignite Models' Blog:
Run of Show
RTW
Segment includes ready-to-wear pieces from local designers who have all incorporated "eco" elements in their work

Designers:
Jenny Carle - Found and reused textiles
Kathryn Sterner - Natural and organic fabrics, low-impact dyes
Counter Couture - Upcycled garments
(All available at Cliché)

Styled with:
Naya - Shoes featuring vegetable-tanned leathers and linings, natural cork, and natural or recycled fabrics
KR Deisgns - Jewelry incorporating vintage elements
Rewind Vintage - Vintage and second-hand accessories

RUNWAY
Segment features avante-garde runway looks

Renalie Bailey - Re-purposed, non-traditional materials such as wood and iron

IIDA Fusion + Fashion - Pieces from the Northland International Interior Designer Association Fusion + Fashion event made from re-purposed, non-traditional materials

DESIGN COMPETITION
6 designers will create three unique looks, competing for a $5000 cash prize. Competition Guidelines:
Look 1: must incorporate non-traditional fabrics
Look 2: must incorporate recycled materials or up-cycled clothing
Look 3: must incorporate sustainable fabrics
One of the above looks must incorporate solar panels.

Designers:
Christopher Straub
Ra'mon Lawrence Coleman
Allison Helliwell
Tara Latour
Atom Pechman & Jenn Bratvold
Niki English

FINALE
Project Runway Season 7 winner, Seth Aaron Henderson, will show his SolarWorld collection

Credits
Styling: Hollie Mae Schulz
Hair and Makeup: Evolution Salon, Diane Osborne, Asia Schulz
Music: DJ Shiek
Production: Ignite, LIMEgreen Events