 Nolcha President, Arthur Mandel expressed, "Nolcha Fashion Week: NYC turned out to be more than we could have ever imagined. The talent on the Nolcha Runway and great sponsorships were absolutely a pleasure, and we've been hearing the patrons fully agree. With the success of this week, we are even more excited for our next series of shows this February during Nolcha Fashion Week: LONDON."
Nolcha Opening Night was a huge success with acclaimed designers Lei Marco, Katya Leonovich, and Samata Angel unveiling their spring '08 collections. Lei Marco stunned the audience with his dramatic and glamorous women's and men's wear collection. www.leimarco.com To immediately follow was Moscow's Katya Leonovich. Her new line consisted of structured, yet feminine pieces. www.katyaleonovich.com. The last designer of the night captivated us with her sexy, versatile, and sophisticated looks. Samata Angel's Samata's Muse was a huge hit and a great ending for the opening festivities. www.samatasmuse.com
Day two kicked off with Nolcha's designer competition of the week, Silhouette. Alison Kelly of Project Runway chose this inspiring occasion of emerging talent to showcase her spring '08 DAHL by Alison Kelly collection. www.alisonkellyny.com Winner of a $5,000 cash prize and garment placement in boutique in Miami and NY is Richard Chiang.
As well on September 6th, the Nolcha runway was filled with designers showcasing their spring '08 collections including Safe by Rebecca Turbow, Carmelita Couture by Carmelita Martell, Bathhouse by Bernard Moore, Rimalya, EF-Fect and Quis Es Tu.
The last event for the second Nolcha evening was Fundraising through Fashion. Showing during Fundraising through Fashion was Emmy Award Winning Birgit Muller with a gorgeous and glamorous assortment of gowns and acclaimed designer Patricia King-Davies that took us on a trip around the globe with her World Culture Collection.
The silent auction was a huge hit and included items from Tiffany & Co., UK designer Ashish www.ashish.co.uk, shoe designer Sergio Zelcer www.sergiozelcer.com and many more. Live music by LEBLON Caipirinhas' band, Muddling on the Beach entertained patrons while artist Kelly Lynn exhibited her paintings.
Photo: Couture by Birgit Muller
Sergio Zelcer was the proud designer shoe sponsor for Nolcha Fashion Week: NYC. Being featured in countless fashion spreads in major publications the collaboration was a great hit with the majority of the designers using this exclusive brand for their shows. www.sergiozelcer.com
Guests enjoyed refreshments by LEBLON Caipirinhas, Coca Cola, V2 Vodka, Tavalon, and Lavazza Coffee.
The next Nolcha Fashion Week takes place in London this February. Do not miss out. Stay connected through the network: www.nolcha.com
  
Photos left to right: DAHL by Alison Kelly, Katya Leonovich & Rimalya Spring 2008 Collections
About Nolcha
Nolcha is an elite, online fashion society encouraging professionalism and dedication for designers, models, fashion photographers and stylists. Unlike many other online portfolio based applications, Nolcha offers the resources for members to empower themselves and their career. Nolcha's influential and exclusive network specializes in motivating members to their absolute best with dynamic business and life coaching seminars led by prominent industry figures.
About Nolcha Fashion Week: NYC
Nolcha Fashion Week (September 5th – 12th 2007) is where fashion ideas will start, where talents will flourish and where prosperous businesses will be born. Selected designers will unveil their collections to an audience of press, buyers and fashion elite. Reputable industry figures will be guest speakers at educational seminars offering expertise on the fashion industry. There will be a highly competitive fashion competition and grand charity event.
Nolcha: www.nolchanetwork.com
Nolcha is an elite, online fashion society encouraging professionalism and dedication for designers, models, fashion photographers and stylists. Unlike many other online portfolio based applications, Nolcha offers the resources for members to empower themselves and their career. Nolcha's influential and exclusive network specializes in motivating members to their absolute best with dynamic business and life coaching seminars led by prominent industry figures.
For details on Nolcha (www.nolcha.com) and Nolcha Fashion Week: NYC (www.nolchafashionweek.com) contact Cris Pageler cris @ pagelerpr.com 786.303.9774. |
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