NOLA Fashion Week
Music, food, alcohol, The Crescent City's claim to fame hasn't changed much over the years, until now. We're adding fashion to the list. As NOLA Fashion Week kicks into high gear, the eye of the fashion world takes a glance at New Orleans.
"We're hoping to put New Orleans on the map," says Andi Eaton, cofounder of NOLA Fashion Week.
It was two years ago that she and Nicholas Landry first met over lunch to brainstorm the idea. And their vision became a reality last spring. The first NOLA Fashion Week was a huge success. It gave local designers opportunities they would otherwise only find in New York or Los Angeles.
As progressive as the New Orleans fashion industry is becoming, we've still managed to hold on to our southern charm. Fashion Week highlights the designers who maintain southern style. They have opportunities to show off their work, not only runway shows, but fashion markets and workshops as well.
"Workshops and markets are where we're seeing growth," says Eaton. "We're giving up-and-coming designers and retailers a chance to come together. It's about creating good economic movement."
A boost in the economy is something everyone can get behind, which is more than likely one of the many reasons this event has become so popular and well-accepted. Not only does it bring growth to the local fashion industry, but to the city as a whole.
So in case anyone is wondering if there will be a show next season, Eaton gives us some assurance.
"We're already making plans for March."
"We're hoping to put New Orleans on the map," says Andi Eaton, cofounder of NOLA Fashion Week.
It was two years ago that she and Nicholas Landry first met over lunch to brainstorm the idea. And their vision became a reality last spring. The first NOLA Fashion Week was a huge success. It gave local designers opportunities they would otherwise only find in New York or Los Angeles.
As progressive as the New Orleans fashion industry is becoming, we've still managed to hold on to our southern charm. Fashion Week highlights the designers who maintain southern style. They have opportunities to show off their work, not only runway shows, but fashion markets and workshops as well.
"Workshops and markets are where we're seeing growth," says Eaton. "We're giving up-and-coming designers and retailers a chance to come together. It's about creating good economic movement."
A boost in the economy is something everyone can get behind, which is more than likely one of the many reasons this event has become so popular and well-accepted. Not only does it bring growth to the local fashion industry, but to the city as a whole.
So in case anyone is wondering if there will be a show next season, Eaton gives us some assurance.
"We're already making plans for March."
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