Spring Break
Fashion Forward
Chevas D. SamuelsIssue date: 11/5/09 Section: Calendar
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The Wearable ArtWalk showcases models dressed in outstanding original pieces of 'wearable art,' clothing and jewelry from nationally and internationally celebrated wearable artists.
Hosted by downtown Scottsdale's Fashion Square District, SFW promises to be three days of energetic vision in the world of fashion as a way of life.
Featured designers include Kevan Hall, bebe, Escada, Banana Republic, CH Carolina Herrera, Barneys New York plus more on the Main Tent Stage Runway.
On Friday, starting at 5:30 p.m., the outdoor SouthBridge Open Runway will feature fresh new designers including 'iuk iuk' from 'Designer of the Year 2009,' Arizona State alum Alina Samasiuk.
Samasiuk made clothes as a child. "I have been designing and making clothes since the age of 12," says Samasiuk, who graduated from ASU in 2007. "I make clothes for women; anyone who appreciates my work makes me feel good to see them in it."
Her company, iuk iuk was created two years ago, but her award-winning Spring 2010 collection "was developed in four months," says Samasiuk, who states that her spring collection is full of "pleated and draped fabric in solid colors."
"All of the garments can be worn back to front and in some of the designs I played with the idea of apron skirts that can be worn in multiple ways."
Samasiuk's 'iuk iuk' line will hit the runway Friday at 6 p.m.
Scottsdale Fashion Week, Scottsdale Waterfront, 7150 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, 480.664.3311, Thursday, November 5 to Sunday, November 8, times vary, $25-$60
OTHER OPTIONS
Best of the West, Cave Creek's Wild West Days are back! See the First Annual Boot Race, Shop at the Thieves Market, watch a Rat Rod Car Cruise and Show and a pinup girl competition, or try your swing at the Rancho Manana Golf Tournament. For more information go to cavecreekwildwestdays.com
Jazz Festival, This year marks the 20th year of the annual Arizona Classic Jazz Festival. Four venues will host the 14 bands including Cornet Chop Suey and Igor's Jazz Cowboys. Also piano solos, rock 'n roll, guitar and vocal sets. Crowne Plaza San Marcos Resort, One North San Marcos Place, Chandler, 800.528.8071, Thursday, Nov. 5 to Sunday, Nov. 8, times and prices vary
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