New Team Members

SWP would like to introduce you all to our two newest additions to the StyleWeek Team.  Kate Boardman and Harley Evans.

Kate Boardman, has a degree in International Business from Roger Williams University and is the Assistant of Buyer Relations & Web Copy Writer for StyleWeek Providence.  Kate was deeply inspired by what she experienced at the inaugural StyleWeek and wants to share the passion and drive that makes StyleWeek possible.

Harley Evans is currently enrolled at Providence College and is the new Administrative Assistant for StyleWeek Providence.  Harley is a native Rhode Islander, originally from Newport but now living and working in the creative Mecca, Providence, Rhode Island.

Welcome Kate and Harley!

Revealing StyleWeek Designers

I thought it would be great to introduce you all to our fabulous designers for this upcoming StyleWeek.

This week I will shine the spotlight on Jonathan Joseph Peters.

Jonathan showed his collection at the inaugural StyleWeek and was also a contestant on Lifetime's hit reality television series, Project Runway, season 7.  Jonathan is full of ideas, never afraid to push the limits and is great with direction which is why I am ecstatic to announce that he is now the Creative Director for StyleWeek Providence!  Personally, getting the chance to work side by side with him, to know him as a friend and to witness his creative genius has been nothing short of inspiring.  The anticipation in the ballroom for Jonathan Joseph Peter's runway show for last StyleWeek was tangible.  The beautiful draping, neutral color palette, hand dyed fabrics and exaggerated collars were complimented by statement jewelry from House of Cach.  Jonathan Peter's did not disappoint and left the crowd wanting more.  Jonathan's Spring/Summer 2011 collection was just shown at Portland Fashion Week with rave reviews.  Be prepared for vibrant prints, a Los Angeles inspired color scheme and maybe a few turbans for this spring,  à la Jonathan Joseph Peters.

StyleWeek Providence

Jonathan Joseph Peters F/W 2010

 

  Photograph by Daniel Gagnon

Jonathan on Project Runway with Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn

Jonathan Peters and Jennifer Showstead

at Tiffany & Co. during StyleWeek 2010

Here are a few pictures from Jonathan's Spring/Summer look book shoot for Portland Fashion Week, photographed by Daniel Gagnon.  It was a thrill to work with everyone on this shoot!

From left to right: Alex Krembs, Daniel Gagnon, Jennifer Showstead,

Jonathan Peters, Laura Frazier, Jeremy Stone, Kurt Uccello

Wardrobe Designs: Jonathan Joseph Peters
Photography By: Daniel Gagnon
Makeup/Hair: Jeremy Stone
Jewerly: House of Cach

Sources:

House of Cach

Daniel Gagnon Photography

Todd Lee Photography

Project Runway season 7

Style Ambassadors

It is official!  Alex McCord & Simon van Kempen from Bravo's hit reality series, The Real Housewives of New York City will be StyleWeek Providence's very own Style Ambassadors.  I speak for the entire team when I say that we are elated to have Alex and Simon be a part of StyleWeek!  I had the pleasure of meeting them both in September during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week through Joseph Miceli-Magnone and Ed Garou (SWP Advisory Board members).  StyleWeek will only continue to flourish with the help of fashion savvy New Yorkers.  Alex has impeccable style with a vibrant personality and Simon will serve as a style icon for local menswear designers and encourage men to take more risks in their wardrobe choices.  It was a no-brainer to want Alex McCord and Simon van Kempen as our Style Ambassadors.  Alex and Simon will be attending StyleWeek Providence, January 2011.

 

Alex McCord, Project Runway & StyleWeek Providence designer

Jonathan Joseph Peters, Joseph Miceli-Magnone & Simon van Kempen

at Jonathan Joseph Peters Spring/Summer 2011 show in NYC

Alex McCord, StyleWeek's founder Rosanna Ortiz Sinel
and Simon van Kempen in New York City

StyleWeek's Christina Pierce, Alex McCord and
Jennifer Showstead at the 25Park party in NYC

Robert Verdi, Alex McCord & Robin Brouillette at 25Park, NYC

Simon van Kempen & Alex McCord with StyleWeek

Board members Joseph Miceli-Magnone and Ed Garou

Photo Credit:

Ed Garou Photography

Chic Unique New York
Real Housewives Blog  
Alex McCord

Tiffany's Blue Box Brings Excitement to StyleWeek

An international icon, the Tiffany and Co. blue box is also part of the soon-to-be legendary StyleWeek Providence that begins tomorrow! The thrill of receiving a blue box from Tiffany is one of the most exhilarating feelings (the element of surprise of what is actually in the box is so suspenseful that when the piece of jewelry is finally discovered utter happiness is experienced). And Tiffany and Co., a platinum sponsor for the event, is offering just that happiness to StyleWeek attendees, while raising money to support StyleWeek Providence (a non-profit organization). For $200, anyone can buy a blue box (there are 50 of them); 49 will have a small key pendant while only one will have a small Tiffany and Co. shopping bag charm inside. That lucky person will receive a white gold, larger key pendant valuing at $1,800.

Thinking you need to get your hands on one of these boxes? Well, the sale of the boxes will be during the cocktail hour on Sunday, June 6th. The promotion ends with a dramatic drawing (all buyers get their boxes at once and open them together..so fun) on Saturday, June 12th. Good luck!

Hotel Providence: A Venue for Fashion

In just one week, Hotel Providence is the venue for the Kelly Eident, Samuel Vartan, Andrea Valentini & David Yoo, Maya Luz, Jeff Lahens, Jessica Abernethy and Jonathan Joseph Peters runway shows.

Hardly just the backdrop for Styleweek, Hotel Providence is the place for posh visitors to Providence, thanks to its famed Aspire Restaurant, lush room accommodations and perfect downtown location. (How lucky are we that this luxuriously restored, turn-of-the-century New England-esque building set in an architecturally significant city neighborhood our platinum sponsor and host venue?!)

Nestled in the heart of the Arts and Entertainment District, Hotel Providence is perfectly located to allow StyleWeek attendees to bask in not only fashion shows, but also find late-night entertainment at some of the many theaters in the district, shop the wonderful stores in the neighborhood, or enjoy cocktails at one of many nearby venues.

Hotel Providence offers 80 spacious bedrooms, including 16 suites. It is also home to Aspire Restaurant, a luscious, captivating escape into culinary creations. Aspire has an extensive wine list that allows aficionados to excite their palette. The hotel also features a rooftop terrace where guests can catch a breathtaking view of the Providence skyline.

Attendees of StyleWeek who stay at the Hotel Providence will receive a special rate (just call and tell them you are a guest of StyleWeek for this super-exclusive offer!)

Kevin Aucoin Beauty Hits StyleWeek

>Thanks to Kevin Aucoin Beauty all the faces on the runway this StyleWeek will be strikingly beautiful. All of the cosmetics used throughout the week have been generously donated for the makeup artists to use. The company named after its late creator, (Aucoin passed away in 2002), has been continually recognized as an innovative and high-quality makeup brand- a la a reoccurring nominee on Allure Magazine’s Best of Beauty Awards. Aucoin’s legacy is that of a best-selling author, beauty entrepreneur and artist sans the acrylics paints. The company follows Aucoin’sfashions fade but style is eternal. three principles: sophistication, classic beauty and elegance. Moreover, in the word’s of the brand’s creator- “remember, anything worth doing is worth doing right.” Thus, it only seems natural that the cosmetics used on the runways this June is that of elegance, beauty and sophistication, because,

Helping to Find a Cure for Ovarian Cure This StyleWeek

The team behind StyleWeek Providence is not just a group of individuals who enjoy fashion, but they also enjoy giving back. Therefore, it only seems sitting to use StyleWeek Providence as a platform to raise awareness and issues that plague our world. Ovations for a Cure, an organization dedicated to finding a cure for ovarian cancer has been named the official national charity of StyleWeek Providence.

Unfortunately, ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that gets little attention, even though at least 15,000 women die each year from ovarian cancer. Specifically, in the United States, 1 in 56 women develop ovarian cancer, making that more then 26,000 new cases diagnosed each year. “Amid the many women’s health concerns today, ovarian cancer is too often overlooked, so we are honored to assist in this mission to heighten awareness and combat this deadly disease,” StyleWeek Executive Director Rosanna Sinel Ortiz comments on the partnership. Fittingly, in StyleWeek’s inaugural year, it only seems natural that we would pick a charity that would get the attention it deserves.

Sinel also remarks, “Ovations for the Cure of Ovarian Cancer is an amazing organization that fights to save women’s lives through education and awareness of ovarian cancer.” Believe it or not, the organization was actually founded in 2006 by nine-year ovarian cancer survivor Patricia Franchi Flaherty, who also lost her mother to the disease. For the past 4 years, Patty has dedicated her life to raising awareness of the risk factors and warning signs that are overlooked so no other women would have to endure what she did. (How awesome is she?)

Ovations for a Cure works to combat ovarian cancer by educating women in three ways. First, by providing critical funding of new and ongoing ovarian cancer research and treatment initiatives. Second, by actively increasing the awareness of the subtle signs and symptoms of this silent disease. Third, by giving hope, education and comfort to those currently battling ovarian cancer through its patient programs.

All throughout StyleWeek there will be after-parties at hotels such as Hotel Providence and Renaissance Hotel. Attendees will be able to raise funds for the organizations by going to the various venues where they will mingle with the designers, celebrate the fashion, and see the evening’s runway shows broadcast on big screens, but they will be able to raise money for this incredible organization.