With an increase in wildfires in the west and severe storms in the east and south, it’s important to talk about sustainability. Historically, fashion has been a particularly wasteful industry...
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Soon, we’ll be having the last campfires of the season, the last trips out in the kayak, and we’ll be moving back indoors. As things cool down outside, things are...
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There's no denying that fashion is art, uniquely allowing each wearer to express themselves through color, shape and texture–but for Dawn Murtaugh, fashion is art of a whole new kind:...
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As the summer days start to wane, and we move into crisp morning breezes, we’re all starting to get antsy for pumpkin spice lattes, transition outfits, and evenings spent taking...
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The following images are part of an editorial shoot for Desire Homme Magazine and feature clothing by Midwestern designer Berny Martin of Catou.
Wardrobe provided by: The Confessional...
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12
Aug
When we think about boutiques, womenswear typically comes to mind; small shops stocked with the latest trends, home goods and accessories. But more than a decade ago, a stylish man with...
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Why settle for a plain blue mask when you could have a fabulous designer mask? That’s the question many fashion designers have been asking. From 2021 prom dresses that will...
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In part one of our Black Fashion Designers You Need to Know series, we met some amazing fashion designers you may not have previously heard of. From Berny Martin at...
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The following images are part of an editorial shoot for Lewis Magazine and feature clothing by Midwestern designer Berny Martin of Catou.
Wardrobe Provided by: The Confessional...
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Sustainable fashion is a hot topic in the industry right now–and for good reason. The fashion industry alone is responsible for a staggering 10% of annual global carbon emissions. That's...
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You’ve added new books to your “to read” list. You’ve added social activism tasks to your “must-do” list. You’ve learned the names of all of the black representatives in your...
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The following images and media are part of an editorial shoot for Creators Magazine and feature clothing by Midwestern designer Berny Martin of Catou.
Clothing provided by The Confessional Showroom NYC
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The following images are part of an editorial shoot for Ryker Magazine and feature clothing by Midwestern designer Berny Martin of Catou. To see the full shoot and learn more...
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I’m not even the least bit ashamed to admit that most of my fashion over the past three months has been with comfort in mind. In fact, between you and...
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Accessories are the frosting to your outfit. They can switch something from a casual look to something more formal and polished. What should you consider adding to your accessories closet...
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A lot of people aren’t just spring cleaning, they’re quarantine cleaning. If you find yourself among them, then you might be looking at an overstuffed closet wondering which pieces you...
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Whether you create the tie-dyed garments on your own or you purchase them, tie dye is having a moment again. After receiving attention on the latest season of Project Runway,...
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Last time, we talked about the trends for women that we’ll see this spring. Now, it’s time to talk about men’s spring wardrobe trends. If you’re ready to start rocking...
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Despite the snow on the ground in some areas of the Midwest, spring is just around the corner. So put your puffer jacket and velvet details to the side for...
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Located just north of Indianapolis is the quaint village of Zionsville. Bakeries, restaurants and retail shops line the charming brick streets, but you’d never guess that this small town is...
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While many are still talking about the best and worst dressed stars gracing the 2020 Oscars red carpet, there’s room for a tangential discussion: trends in eveningwear. While few of...
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Jan
The Midwest may not be known for fashion, but it is chock full of amazing designers, stylists, fashion influencers and small business owners–and when it comes to small businesses in...
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Last week we took a look at the trends women need in their life this Winter, but today we’re switching gears and chronicling styles for the gentlemen. No surprise here,...
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While we all begin dreaming of Spring just after the holidays, the truth is, it’s only been Winter for a few weeks and there are so many trends to be...
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*This article was authored by Freelance Writer, Kate Mazzarella-Minshall, and was originally posted on No Strings Attached News.
“Clothes mean nothing until someone lives in them." — Marc Jacobs
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A few weeks ago, the Circle City’s best dressed and most influential assembled at the Indianapolis Artsgarden for Fashion for a Cause–a runway show featuring designers with ties to the...
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When you watch a runway show, your attention is set on the designs coming down the catwalk, and rightfully so, but there is so much more that goes into runway...
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Over the last thirteen years, we have had the opportunity to collaborate with hundreds of talented individuals in the fashion industry. Some global, some national–and some local, who are from...
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The last feature in our Fall 2019 Designer Spotlight series is the uniquely talented, Maria Mauro of Mau et Cie, LLC. Getting an early start in fashion design at the...
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The next label to be highlighted in our Designer Spotlight series, as well as to grace the runway at Midwest Fashion Week (MWFW) Indianapolis’ Fashion for a Cause event, is...
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If you don’t know the next talent in our Designer Spotlight series, do you really even like fashion? We’re talking about Designer, Founder/Director of Midwest Fashion Week, and family man,...
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In our last Designer Spotlight, we introduced you to bridal designer Shawna Marino of Shawna M Designs and in this post we’ll meet another of the designers set to take...
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As sweaters and leather leggings grace the streets this Fall, the runways have hit fast forward and jumped ahead to Spring/Summer 2020 collections, and this is especially true for Midwest...
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Since its inception in 2006, Midwest Fashion Week has provided an abundance of opportunities to individuals looking to get involved in the fashion industry in a region where it is...
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Days ahead of the official start of the fall season, pumpkin spice lattes are passing through drive-thru windows, and chunky cable knits and heeled booties are flying off the shelves....
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27
Apr
Midwest Fashion Week Announces Paris Fall 2019 dates!
After a successful lineup of shows for the past three years, Midwest Fashion Week has released the dates of its Paris Fashion Week...
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30
Apr
The fashion presence in the Midwest is real and this organization works to make sure we are recognized in this space.
I attended my first Midwest Fashion Week show in October...
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On March 17, 2018 (St. Patrick’s Day) I took a trip to Chicago to meet the directors of Midwest Fashion Week in hopes of simply getting a press pass to...
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When you think of the Midwest, wholesome images of sprawling farms and quaint towns with small, family-owned businesses likely come to mind. But the truth is, there are a number...
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10
Apr
Elan Furs is a family owned business of more than four generations with two locations in the Midwest – Indianapolis, Indiana and Morton Grove, Illinois.
Many American and European designers such...
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6
Apr
SYLWIA is a clean and esthetic line of sophisticated silhouettes. Our fabrics and way of tailoring deliver comfort and practicality, as well as a modern approach to classic rules of...
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Fabric da Vinci is truly a modern-day Renaissance man. Difficult is the task to categorize the rapper, designer, gentleman, and scholar; as he is also a globetrotter, entrepreneur, fine artist...
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A designer coming from the inner city Gary, Indiana. Once dreamed a dream that would last forever. At once it all began as just a hobby but turned then into a deep Love,...
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Katy Newton is the Art Director and Designer for Pan Narrans Artistry. She is a charismatic multimedia artist and teacher with 4+ years of experience.
Katy hold’s a Bachelor of Arts...
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2
Apr
Berny Martin is a fashioner designer, a style consultant, and a custom tailor.
As a fashion designer, the inspiration for the clothes I design comes from everywhere and anywhere I go....
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Sujata Gazder designs apparel for women who express themselves and celebrate their femininity. A hint of mystery mingled with a dash of pep make her designs much sought after by...
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Bhavana Jain, PharmD, has launched BhavyJ Designs, a woman’s wear line that offers unique and versatile pieces for the modern professional woman. Practicing as a Pharmacist for 12 years at...
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