Fashion Industry Mixer

This has been an idea we all have had but just haven't made it come to life just yet, but Kara of PARK Show has. A Fashion Industry Mixer. And I don't think you could get any simpler that for a title that explains exactly what it is. With already an estimated 300+ guests who have RSVP`d they are coming, this is going to be one rockin`event.

So if you are someone in the industry than you need to connect with the rest of us on this glorious Wednesday night coming up. February 9th to be exact .

What better a place than the Gerry Thomas Gallery to make it happen. This is one of my favorite event spaces in the city, partly yes because it is an art gallery. lol But also because the layout and space is just gorgeous and well done. You'll understand once you step foot in there yourself.

 I am so excited to connect with those whom I may not have met yet, or at least met face to face that is. It is still so important to get to know each other outside of online networks. Of course there will be lots of shop talk too with the many many industry peoples I do know.

See you all there Wednesday at 7pm
Gerry Thomas Gallery
Suite 100-602, 11th Avenue SW
Calgary, AB


And not done just yet... there is not just the fashion specific industry mixer happening on Wednesday there is another mixer the next night, Thursday February 10th; Calgary Media Ladies Night Out. This is an event designed to connect Calgary Business Women with local women in the media. This event is hosted by Roz of Viva Events. 

You Fashion Insider,
Sabrina May

Wearable Art Contest

Here you go designers or artists. Metro News Calgary is giving you the chance to show us your creative stuff and create a piece from what? .... their newspaper of course. I am sure Project Runway has made you wanna just test your creative skills with those crazy competitions they are handed sometimes. Here is your chance to  rock out a fabulous designed piece from newspapers. Then let Calgary see your stuff when the designs are presented at the all things fashion event, Fashion Has No Borders, March 26th.

Note: You need to enter your sketch before you start making the dress. Only the 5 finalists will be featured on the runway. See all application details on www.clubmetro.com 

Join the Facebook Page to stay in the loop with all the discussions covering this contest. 

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Wearable-Art-Competition/136637123066897?v=wall

Your Fashion Insider, 

Sabrina May

I am a Fashion Billboard

That question the red carpet media is always asking...Who are you wearing? Well I just set myself up for LOOKBOOK.nu  to share and give credit to who and what I am wearing.

This website I believe was built for all those people who like to show off their fabulous fashion sense. And there are some incredible looks posted I might add. I however chose to sign up to share the love of passion for what I can find locally. Those who know me, know when I show up for an event I am sporting a local designer's piece and love to talk about it and the designer.

So, if my outfit is made from an emerging designer, photo will be posted and all credit will be given with details. Of course.

Not only am I going to share my ensembles from local designers, but if my outfit is bought from an independently run boutique, I will post it and share the boutique's info and where others can find that shop.

Over all, this won't be so much about my style, as it is about giving recognition to what you can find through out this city and support the local industry. I will admit and say that there will be the odd piece that snuck into an outfit that may have been bought from a mall, but the overall look will be from somewhere or someone local. Now when I say 'local' it will mostly be Calgary represented, although there will also be other locations through out Alberta and Canada sometimes represented as well.  I am not just Calgary proud, I am extremely supportive of the whole Canadian fashion industry.

So, slowly I will have some past looks posted on my LOOKBOOK profile. They only allow one photo post a day though, so it will take a few days to get past looks up. The past looks I will be sharing is because there are some great pieces that can't be forgotten about, they were provided by some incredible designers that deserve the credit on this website. But there will be plenty of new looks posted.

Now Photographers, of course all credit to your fabulous work will be given and link to your site too. So next time you see me at an event, make sure to get a full length fabulous shot of what ever outfit I am wearing in support of that designer or store and email it to me to get posted.

Designers and Boutique owners, let's talk if you are interested in part taking in getting some free promo. Contact me through www.sabrinamay.com