Behind the Scenes

It's been almost a week since my spring collection debuted at New York Fashion Academy's 9th Annual runway show, and I'm just starting to recover from all the excitement - and let's be honest, from the complete exhaustion!  I couldn't be more proud of my models, dressers, and hair & makeup crew for making everything come together so perfectly.

Here's a few behind the scenes outfit photos - professional runway photographs and video to come!

Hair: Ngoc-Hien Nguyen from The Makeup Session

Makeup:  Andrea Chin from The Makeup Session

Shoes:  John Fluevog, graciously loaned by the Seattle Fluevog store.  Huge thanks to Brenda, Willy, and Roland for all of their help.

Hair flowers: Nancy's Sewing Basket, unless otherwise noted

Emma Dress: Boatneck dress in Liberty of London Tana Lawn.

Model: Erika Ray

Shoes: Fluevog Desmond in Ivory



Ondrea Cardigan, Natalie Camisole, and Stella Skirt:  Hand-knit lace and cable patterened cardigan in Brooklyn Tweed Loft [colorway Soot].  Fitted jersey camisole with rosette.  Silk crepe de chine flutter-hem skirt.

Model:  Amanda Sloan

Shoes:  Fluevog Marvel in Green

Hair flower from boutique in Kyoto



Betty Dress:  Silk/cotton damask cocktail dress with oversized pockets.

Model:  Katy Flynn

Shoes:  Fluevog Desmond in Yellow



Katy Blouse and Angelina Skirt:  Colorblocked sweetheart blouse with lace edging.  Silk charmeuse skirt with parasol lace overlay.

Model:  Kaelynn Brengman

Shoes:  Fluevog Marvel in Yellow




Christina Blouse and Alicia Skirt:  Silk charmeuse cowl-neck blouse.  Wool skirt with oversized pockets.

Model:  Nicole H.

Shoes:  Fluevog Caravaggio in Caramel Tan



Krista Dress:  Wool crepe sweetheart dress with gathered bodice and shoulders.

Model:  Philicia Jacques

Shoes:  Fluevog Paris in Beige Devilfish



Andi Cardigan, Natalie Camisole, and Gala Skirt:  Hand-knit lace and cable patterned cropped cardigan in Brooklyn Tweed Loft [colorway Hayloft].  Fitted jersey camisole with rosette.  Sueded silk crepe skirt with draped georgette overlay.

Model:  Nicole Yvonne

Shoes:  Fluevog Laura Evans in Black and Cream

My girls with Ngoc-Hien and Andrea, our fantastic hair & makeup team!

I can't thank everyone enough for their hard work, humor, and sheer awesomeness.  This has been an amazing experience!

Happy Friday, everyone!