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From (DE-FI)ance Fashion Week to A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance

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Have you purchased your copy of (DE-FI)ance Magazine yet? You can order your copy at http://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/606271?__r=435971

Have you purchased your copy of (DE-FI)ance Magazine yet? You can order your copy at http://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/606271?__r=435971

A wise man once said, “The Only Thing That Is Constant Is Change” and that’s one thing that those of us at the Dayton Emerging Fashion Incubator (DE-FI) LLC  has come to know, understand, adapt to, and appreciate!  After all without change things become boring, stagnant, and let’s face it predictable–all things that Fashion should never become!  So with that being said, the Dayton Emerging Fashion Incubator (DE-FI) LLC is excited to announce changes to our schedule of events for May!! 😀

 Originally it was announced that we would be having our very first Fashion Week May 6-10, however after revisiting our ultimate goal and mission which is to provide support for area and independent designers and then reviewing our own availability from Models (most of whom are in school age and or in college during the week), our very own staff (all of which have day jobs and faced a few scheduling issues), a few participating designers(who were only available during the weekend), and of course one of our main events conflicted with one of the largest events in Downtown—URBAN NIGHTS!!  So after careful thought and consideration, it was decided that “(DE-FI)ance Fashion Week” should be consolidated into a weekend event and hence “A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance” was born!!

So without further ado, we are proud to announce the schedule for (DE-FI)ance Fashion Week which will kick off during the largest street party in Dayton—URBAN NIGHTS!!

A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance Kicks Off during Urban Nights May 9!!

A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance Kicks Off during Urban Nights May 9!!

Date: Friday May 9, 2014

Event: Urban Nights

Location: Downtown Dayton

Time: 5:30pm

Event Description:  Kicking off on Friday May 9th at Urban Nights, “A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance” will be hitting the streets with our Fashion Police who will be patrolling the grounds looking for suspects to participate in our Ambush Makeovers!  Sponsored by Beaute Box, (DE-FI) Designers, Shuttereye Photography, PTB Photography, and Salon J Ladner participants will undergo a head to know makeover complete with a full photoshoot that will we be featured in the December issue of (DE-FI)ance Magazine! We will also, have a street team on location looking for some of the most stylish Daytonians who are styled to perfection and making a Fashion Statement to be featured on our Facebook and Twitter pages!!  But the fun doesn’t stop there, attendees  of Urban Nights will also get a firsthand look at all of the behind the scenes madness that takes place during Fashion Events like Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York, with hair, makeup, and a full runway production taking place right in the middle of the streets of Downtown Dayton!!

Cost: Free

Dayton Mom Jessica Watkins will be ripping the runway along side of our adorable children on Saturday May 10, during our Stylish Mom Runway Event

Dayton Mom Jessica Watkins will be ripping the runway along side of our adorable children on Saturday May 10, during our Stylish Mom Runway Event

Date: Saturday May 10, 2014

Event: Stylish Mom Runway Show

Location: Commander Aero Airport, 10570 N Springboro Pike, Miamisburg, OH 45342

Time: 11am

Event Description: With Mother’s Day on May 11, we will kick off the Mother’s Day Celebration with our Stylish Mom Runway Show!! Complete with a continental breakfast, our Stylish Mom Runway show will pair two of the Midwest’s most well-known Wardrobe Stylist Jennifer Link of Dayton and Sheree Alexis of Columbus  who will be putting together looks from American Pi Dayton, Zig Zag Gallery, Ruby Ribbon, Izzi Bags, and (DE-FI) Kids Line Designer Sonya Mills of Kerapa Kids!!  But unlike our other fashion events, we aren’t using models…we’re using some of Dayton and the Miami Valley’s most deserving and inspirational Moms to rip our runway!!  The top looks will be featured in the December 2014 Issue of (DE-FI)ance Magazine and of course we will be using the Moms once again as the models along with their children.

Cost: $45 Tickets go on sale now at Salon J Ladner located at 37 S. St.Clair St., Dayton, OH 45402, American Pi Dayton located at 39. S. St. Clair St., Dayton, OH 45402 Beaute Box located 116 W. 5th St., Dayton OH, 45402, American Pi Lebanon located at 748 E. Columbus Ave., Lebanon OH.  Tickets are available online now at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-weekend-of-de-fiance-the-stylish-mom-runway-tickets-10948321725

Dayton Mom Teresa Russell will be ripping the runway during our Stylish Mom Runway Event on May 10 during A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance!!

Dayton Mom Teresa Russell will be ripping the runway during our Stylish Mom Runway Event on May 10 during A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance!!

 

 

 

Date: Saturday May 10, 2014

Event: First Flight Now Fashion Vintage Couture Ball

Location: Commander Aero Airport, 10570 N Springboro Pike, Miamisburg, OH 45342

Time: 7pm

Event Description:  “A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance” will culminate with a unique celebration of all things Dayton—from aviation, innovation, and of course FASHION!!  We’re taking a step back in time with Roaring 20’s attire social event featuring heavy appetizers, a cash bar, dancing, networking, performances, and a Fashion Runway Experience like no other.  Showcasing Designers include Sonya Mills of Kerapa Klothing, Brenda Marone of B.Marie Designs, Jennifer Link of Rumorless, Berny Martin of Catou, Misti Leigh of iii Designs, Rebbeca Lippert, Gowns by Beartie, Izzi Bags by Anne Agoren, Jammu Style by Juneja Bhavna, Shoe Diva Boutique, Marian Montgomery, Jewelry by John Wind, Aceani Michelle, Adeola Adeyemi, Tegan King, and a few more surprise guest!  Set in an Airplane Hanger the proceeds from the First Flight…Now Fashion Vintage Couture Ball will go to the Art of (DE-FI)ance Fashion Fund which benefits local and independent Designers.

Gowns By Beartie will be making her (DE-FI) Debute during the First Flight...Now Fashion Vintage Couture Ball for A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance!!

Gowns By Beartie will be making her (DE-FI) Debute during the First Flight…Now Fashion Vintage Couture Ball for A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance!!

Cost: $55 for General Admission and $75 for VIP Seating.  Tickets are on sale now at Salon J Ladner located at 37 S. St.Clair St., Dayton, OH 45402, American Pi Dayton located at 39. S. St. Clair St., Dayton, OH 45402 Beaute Box located 116 W. 5th St., Dayton OH, 45402, American Pi Lebanon located at 748 E. Columbus Ave., Lebanon OH.  You can purchase your tickets online at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-weekend-of-de-fiance-first-flight-now-fashion-vintage-couture-ball-tickets-10948422025.  For VIP Tickets http://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-weekend-of-de-fiance-first-flight-now-fashion-vintage-couture-ball-vip-seating-tickets-10948458133 NOTE:  VIP Tickets included premium seating, Swag bags, and a complimentary drink.

Izzi Bags by NYC and London based designer Anne Agoren will be making her (DE-FI) Debute during A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance

For more information on the Dayton Emerging Fashion Incubator (DE-FI) LLC or how you or your company can be a part of this ground breaking event, text “DEFI” to 55469.  We are currently looking for volunteers, Makeup Artist, and Hair Stylist to help with production.  Also, if you would like to become a sponsor or take out an ad in (DE-FI)ance Magazine we have affordable packages available that start as low as $35!!  We’re #TakingItToTheNextLevel #FirstFlightNowFashion.

Pittsburg Shoe Designer Janelle Cutler is the Official Shoe Sponsor for A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance! For more information visit www.shoedivaboutique.com

Pittsburg Shoe Designer Janelle Cutler is the Official Shoe Sponsor for A Weekend of (DE-FI)ance! For more information visit www.shoedivaboutique.com

 

 

 

 

 

(DE-FI) Presents: A Time to Be Thankful

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535741_355776941219109_178054346_nWhen I decided to go ahead with the plans to create a new fashion organization for the Miami Valley, it was very important that Community Outreach was a priority.  Not only did we want to show our support for local organizations out to make a positive difference in our community on a financial level but I wanted to make sure that we were very hands on in the various activities; in fact it’s required that all models on our roster volunteer at least 40 hours a year in their respective communities to remain active within (DE-FI).

So with that being said, we’re excited to announce that on Friday November 22, from 7p-9p the Dayton Emerging Fashion Incubator (DE-FI) LLC is b04a4f_b0d802147117959e4a7a8da4e65ca242.jpg_srz_170_150_85_22_0.50_1.20_0sponsoring the Circle of Vision Keepers Annual A Time to Be Thankful Event at the Payne Recreation Center in Moraine.   Guest Speakers will include the Honorable Judge Walter Rice and Montgomery County Commissioner Debbie Lieberman. The Circle of Vision Keepers is the official non-profit for (DE-FI) and the programs Director is (DE-FI)’s Director of Community Outreach Khadijah Ali.  The organization’s main focus is to assist individuals who are battling substance abuse issues and/or are returning citizens looking to turn their lives around after being incarcerated.   The Circle of Vision Keepers provides toiletries, clothing, non-perishable food items, and bus tokens for participants and their families year round and helps them prepare to re-enter the job market.  The purpose of A Time to Be Thankful is to continue to build the esteem of the Circle of Vision Keepers participants by way of showing them the community does care about their well-being and growth as individuals from the Average Joe to our elected officials, in fact during our July 13th Launch Party, we did not serve alcohol at the event in an effort to foster a nurturing environment for the Circle of Vision Keepers participants who served as volunteers.

During A Time to Be Thankful there will be a Fashion Show produced by (DE-FI) using The Circle of Vision Keepers participants as models and they will be wearing clothing items from the Circles of Vision Keepers store, Gilmart & Co, Loralei’s Boutique, and (DE-FI) Designer Brenda Marone.   Participants will also be recipients of makeovers being provided by (DE-FI)ance Magazine’s Assistant Editor and Chief  Joshua Ladner, who is the owner of J Ladner’s Salon opening soon in the St. Clair Lofts and (DE-FI)’s Director of Beauty Lisa Scott, owner of Beaute Box.   A $20 donation is requested from attendees which will cover the cost of the dinner that will be served and catered by Maryanne’s Kitchen but no one will be turned away for a meal due to an inability to pay and rumor has it that Santa Claus may be making a special appearance as well! (But you didn’t hear that from us!!)  Tickets will be on sale Nov.1 and available at Beaute Box, J Ladner Salon and the Circle of Vision Keepers. Tickets can also be purchased at the door.

We are currently requesting donations of hats, gloves, scarves, toys, and non-perishable food items to be given to participants and those in need.  We are also giving away (10) Turkeys and food baskets to families in need!  Donations can be dropped off at Beaute Box which is located at 116 W 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402 and at the Circle of Vision Keepers located at 3401 Wood-man Dr. Suite 12, Kettering, Ohio 45429, please call the Circle of Vision Keepers to arrange a drop off of donations at 937-296-1077.  Also if you or someone you know of is in need of a Holiday Basket please send an email to [email protected] or to [email protected].  Special thanks to the City of Moraine and the Payne Recreational Center for donating their community room to us to hold the event!  We hope to see you on November 22!!

Pop-Up Projects Seeking Entrepreneurs to Open Businesses in Downtown Dayton

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Pop Up ShopActivated Spaces, an initiative to fill downtown storefronts, is accepting applications for temporary retail and service businesses to open downtown this spring as part of the fourth phase of its Pop-up Project. The project matches business owners and entrepreneurs with downtown property owners who have first-floor storefront space available for occupancy.

Interested retailers should fill out an application, which can be downloaded at www.activatedspaces.org, and email it to Jen Cadieux at [email protected]. The application deadline is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 15. Tenants will be selected March 8, and retailers must be ready to open no later than Friday, April 26, in time for the spring Urban Nights.  

Lease lengths will range from three to six months. The spaces will have varying lease rates, but will be leased below market value. Activated Spaces volunteers will connect retailers with commercial property owners, help make the space move-in ready, and promote the business during such events as First Friday and Urban Nights. Selected businesses will negotiate leasing terms directly with the selected property owner, but flexibility for the tenant is a priority.

American Pi

American Pi

Activated Spaces volunteers hope to build on the success of the Pop-Up Project’s first three phases. Four of the businesses that have opened as part of the Pop-Up Project are still open: Beaute Box, 116 W. Fifth St.; Peace on Fifth, 508 E. Fifth St.; American Pi, 37 S. St. Clair St.; and Sew Dayton, 16 Brown St.

Commercial property owners interested in offering space to interested Pop-Up Shop owners should contact Jen Cadieux at 937-224-1518. Participating property owners will be listed on the Activated Spaces website. Once a match is made, a limited amount of money is available to be distributed at the discretion of the Activated Spaces team for such purposes as offsetting utility costs, making cosmetic improvements to the space or other necessities for making the space operational.

Activated Spaces, a volunteer-led initiative spearheaded by young professional organizations Generation Dayton and updayton, has three main goals:

• reactivate and beautify vacant storefronts with creative displays

• encourage entrepreneurs, artists and community groups to occupy space for short- and long- term uses

• showcase downtown properties and increase interest and investment in available space

Activated Spaces is part of the Greater Downtown Dayton Plan, a strategic blueprint for the future of downtown. Those interested in volunteering with Activated Spaces should e-mail [email protected].

 

Dayton Fashion Week and the Dayton Dutch Lions Soccer Team to Bring Fans a Unique Half-Time Show

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The Dayton Dutch Lions Soccer games are about to get a lot more fashionable!!  On Friday June 29 the Dutch Lions will be taking on the Northern Virginia Majestic and welcoming the models from Dayton Fashion Week for a unique Half-Time presentation.   Fans are being asked to come to both the women’s and men’s game wearing their most fashionable outfits for a chance to win tickets to Dayton Fashion Week and a Spa Treatment at Beaute Box.

During the women’s game which starts at 5pm the models will be selecting kids from the Dutch Lions Youth Academy and kids from the crowd to be a part of a mini-fashion show and runway challenge during Half-Time.  The child that shows the most personality during their runway presentation will receive a pair of tickets to Dayton Fashion Weeks Kids Fashion Show taking place on Thursday July 26, 2012, the winner will be selected by team mascot Leo The Lion and models from Dayton Fashion Week.

Dayton Fashion Week models, staff, and volunteers are regulars at Dutch Lions Game.

For the men’s game which starts at 8pm, Leo and the models will be selecting the best dressed fans out of the crowd for a mini-fashion show and runway challenge during Half-Time as well.  The winner of the contest will receive a Spa Treatment at Beaute Box and a pair of Tickets to Dayton Fashion Week’s Ready To Wear Show on Friday July 27, 2012.

Both games takes place at The Miami Valley South Stadium located at 3737 Upper Bellbrook Rd, Bellbrook, Ohio, 45305. General admission ticket prices for kids are $6 and adult tickets prices are $12 for the game.  For more information about tickets and the Dayton Dutch Lions Soccer team please visit their website at http://www.daytondutchlionsfc.com/site/.  Tickets are also on sale for Dayton Fashion Week please visit their website at http://www.daytonfashionweek.com to purchase your tickets today!!