In August of 2010, Austin will be treated to the 2nd annual Austin Fashion week. From August 14-21, a flurry of events hosted locally will showcase the creativity and talent of people accross a number of disciplines that are centered in Fashion here in Austin.
July 2009 saw the first Fashion Week, created by Launch 787, a large-scale event concept and production company.
Fashion Photographers, Models, Designers, Makeup Artists, Hair Stylists, Retailers, and Salons & Spas will all will be participating in competitions, Fashion Shows, cocktail parties, creative offerings, trunk shows and more, totaling in some 120 events across the city over the course of 7 days.
Kickoff event – August 14th @6pm. This marks the beginning of Fashion Week at the Bright Lights Idea City event at GSD&M. This event benefits Austin Involved & Dress for Success.
Collections by Robert Stock for Robert Graham, & Twelfth Street Cynthia Vincent will be showcased on what is billed as Austin’s longest runway, with an appearance by musical guest Tiffany.
August 15-20, is Fashion Week with a focus on different neighborhoods and their style standard
Sunday, 8/15: Midtown/Campus Presented By Westbank Dry Cleaning
Monday, 8/16: Downtown Presented by The Driskill Hotel
Tuesday, 8/17: North Austin Presented by Time Warner Cable
Wednesday, 8/18: South Austin Presented by Dos Equis
Thursday, 8/19: 2ND Street District
Friday, 8/20: Domain Presented by Tito’s Handmade Vodka
Saturday August 21: Austin Fashion Awards at the Dell Hall at the Long Center for the Performing Arts, and after party.
Also, check out www.FashionWeekAustin.com on August 2nd, for a full schedule of events and to download the free iPhone app.
