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Fashion Week Hits NC
While
New York is all aflutter with models sporting the best designs for next
spring, North Carolina is busy showing off a little fashion of it's
own. Last week I had the pleasure of attending a fashion show and
mimosa brunch at The Mint Restaurant
on Fayetteville Street in Raleigh, and the fashions coming down the
spiral staircase were enough to make me feel in was right in the heart
of the Big Apple.
Hosted
by the Carolina Ballet, clothing from the very fashion forward
boutique, SoHo, located here in Raleigh, were on display. And boy, were
there some lovely creations! Designs from Dianaira
(many of them reversible!), Elm and Rundholz were on display,
complemented by handcrafted jewelry by Mirinda Kossoff with Salon 21
providing hair and make-up for the Fall Fashion Event. Models sashayed
around the dining room wearing creations that would make any mom look
glamorous for an evening out. I took note of several designs (including
a faux fur stole lined with a colorful printed silk) that would be
perfect for a few events coming up this fall.
While
Fashion Week in New York is sponsored by Mercedes Benz, the Mint teamed
up with Maserati to bring red carpet luxury to the show. Set to the
sounds of classical music, this was a wonderful event. The Mint takes
pride in offering the best in local and organic foods, and the food was
delicious. Plus I had the opportunity to meet some fabulous
fashionistas from around the Triangle! It was a delightful way to
celebrate my first day of mommy freedom, while both kids enjoyed a
wonderful day in school with friends. |
