Met Gala Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion Red Carpet Review with Fashion Curators Sakeya Donaldson and Troy Clinton [ATLANTA, GA] March 29, 2024 — This week the National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) hosted it’s 18th Annual ‘Fine Art + Fashion Benefit’ at the Atlanta History Center. It was an evening filled with great food, fashion designers, student scholarships, dancing and more, all in the name of highlighting black art. Certain notables who were in attendance include City of Atlanta Mayor, Andre Dickens, Monyetta Shaw (Real Housewives of Atlanta), Fulton County Chairman Rob Pitts, Derek J (Fashion Queens), Director of Fulton County Arts & Culture David Manuel and more! James Keith was awarded the Designer Extraordinaire Award and the inaugural Radcliffe Bailey Award for Excellence in Visual Arts was introduced in honor of the late visual artist Radcliffe Bailey, and given to visual artist Marilyn Nance. His mother, brother, and wife were also among the special guests in attendance. In tribute to Bailey, there was a moving dance performance originally created by ADAMA and Komanse’ Dance Theatre for the High Museum entitled, “Permanent: EW, SN”. The evening was concluded with a fashion highlight from the event’s title sponsor of 14 years, Neiman Marcus, set to tunes provided by DJ Princess Cut. ### About National Black Arts Festival (NBAF) NBAF is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to expose, educate, engage and entertain audiences by presenting and supporting the art and artists of African descent. NBAF is committed to continuing its legacy of providing stellar artistic and educational programs across the disciplines of music, dance, film, theatre, visual and literary arts. Nyonisela Sioh, first stepped into the Atlanta social scene when he was spotted on the arm of Bravo TV Star, NeNe Leakes. What we didn’t know as the distinguished and very well dressed gentleman was an International designer and CEO of Nyoni Couture. Our in-house Fashion Enthusiast, Sheldon G. Horton, sat down with Sioh to talk about the opening of the Nyoni Couture fashion showroom, the inspiration behind his brand, and gain insights into the creative mind of the man who has redefined menswear. Check out the interview below. Established in South Florida – The emerging Black owned fashion line Clyde Lourdez, is a brand that resonates with fashion forward enthusiasts. Just in time for the new year, Clyde Lourdez is here making headlines as the clothing line to watch. Founded in 2019, Clyde Lourdez’s number one goal is to pack the most comfort possible in classic staple pieces made with the right blends of fabric. The Haitian owner coined the term “com*for*ture” – couture made for comfort, to best describe their unique designs. The latest drop for the winter season is the Adinkra Varsity Jacket. With men’s starting at $179.99 and women’s starting at 169.99. Both jackets feature a chenille CL logo on the front left chest, elastic striped ribbed trims, and snap button front closure. The jackets also have a premium satin exterior and quilted satin interior. The meanings of the symbols are broken down below: NYAMI DUA stands for God’s presence and protection THE BESE SAKA stands for Abundance and affluence ESONO ANANTAM stands for Leadership, security, and power Originally, the symbols were mainly displayed on pottery, stools & even cloth – but Clyde Lourdez adopted this tradition and made it fashionable on a global scale. For a more in-depth look and link to buy click here. About the Designer: The owner and designer, Quez is a by-product of the 90s, who was raised in Broward county by a single Haitian mother. Being the oldest he had to help raise his younger siblings. Like a lot of teens growing up in the 90s, Hip-Hop had a huge influence on him. From the way you walked to the way you wore your hair or clothes, it was all about taking a piece and doing everything in your power to make it uniquely yours. Quez has remixed some of these earlier streetwear trends, with a modern flair. The goal was to create something that’s very comfortable without compromising style. Saint CJ and Fashion Curator Sakeya Donaldson tune in for the 2024 Grammy Awards to review the fashion on the red carpet. The 2024 Grammys red carpet kicks off at 4 p.m. ET/1 p.m. PT on E! with co-hosts Zuri Hall, The Real Housewives of Atlanta’s Kandi Burruss and Zanna Roberts Rassi. The Grammys will take place on Sunday, Feb. 4, at the Crypto.com Arena in downtown Los Angeles and air live on CBS from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. ET/ 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. PT and will be available to stream live on Paramount+ with SHOWTIME and on-demand the next day for Paramount+ Essential subscribers. Atlanta’s top influencers gathered for this year’s 6th Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic The 6th Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic commenced with special guests Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, Young Jeezy, Cynthia Bailey, Egypt Sherrod, Lamman Rucker, and more. ATLANTA – OCT 09, 2023 — The 6th Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic commenced on Sunday, October 8, an impressive gathering of Atlanta’s leading influencers. This lavish event, conceived by renowned menswear designer Miguel Wilson, and generously sponsored by Bentley Atlanta and The Corbett Group, serves as a fundraiser for the Ride to the Olympics Foundation. Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens attended this year’s event as a distinguished guest of honor. “This year was the best year we’ve had by far,” Wilson said. “We put a lot of work into this event every year, so to see the turnout, and the response blows me away each and every time. One of the things that I am most proud of with the Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic is that we work hard to give one of the most unique and luxurious experiences centered around fashion and polo. We also pride ourselves in treating each ticket holder like they’re a VIP.” The guest list featured a constellation of notable figures, including Young Jeezy (rapper), Cynthia Bailey (Bravo’s Real Housewives of Atlanta), Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson (HGTV’s Married To Real Estate), actress Demetria McKinney (Tyler Perry’s House of Payne), actor Lamman Rucker (OWN’s Greenleaf), actress Cocoa Brown (Tyler Perry’s For Better or For Worse), and Pastor Jamal Bryant (New Birth Missionary Baptist Church). In the past six years, the Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic grew from a one-day event to an entire weekend, which started on Friday, October 6, this year. For ticketholders, the weekend kicked off with a welcome party at the Starling Hotel. The next day, Saturday, Oct. 7, was the Polo & Pumps Day party at the Starling Hotel and the Cocktails & Cigars Under the Stars rooftop party at the Thompson Hotel. However, the big event that garnered the most attention and attendance was the signature Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic event on Sunday. During Sunday’s Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic guests enjoyed a polo match that consisted of some of the top polo players from across the country. Wilson and his wife Chancey Wilson also participated in the match, riding for the same team. Afterward, guests were privy to a fashion show featuring emerging and established designers with celebrity participants that included Mimi Faust (VH1’s Love & Hip Hop Atlanta), Martell Holt (OWN’s Love & Marriage Huntsville) Ralph Pittman (Real Housewives of Atlanta), actor Michael Bolwaire(BET’s All The Queen’s Men) Damian Hall (of Guy), former NFL Play JaMarcus Russell, who all walked in the event’s fashion show. R&B singers Q Parker and Lil G (of SILK) performed during the event, while. actor Palmer Williams (Tyler Perry’s House of Payne) served as emcee of this year’s fashion show. The most important aspect of this event is that its main reason for existence is to serve as a fundraiser for the Ride to the Olympics Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Miguel Wilson back in 2018. The organization works to provide underprivileged youth with opportunities to participate in equestrian sports. Since its creation, the organization’s biggest accomplishment was helping to create the Morehouse Polo Club, the first-ever polo team at a Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). Wilson served as a co-founder of the Morehouse Polo Club and was honored for his efforts by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and the State of Georgia. Ride to the Olympics Foundation is now focusing on creating multiple youth polo teams. “I’d like to thank Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens for participating in this year’s Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic. His support means a lot to me, in addition to the support that we received this year from Fulton County Arts & Culture (FACE). I’d also like to thank our longtime sponsors Bentley Atlanta and The Corbett Group; as well as all of our vendors who help make this event possible,” Wilson said. For more information visit https://www.fashionandpoloclassic.com and go to https://www.ridetotheolympics.org/ to find out more about the Ride to the Olympics Foundation or to place a donation. ### About Ride to the Olympics Established in 2017, Ride to the Olympics’ (RTO) primary mission is to empower youth who aren’t exactly born into great means with the opportunity to learn the art of equestrian sports, fashion and leadership development. RTO is also committed to increasing awareness and exposure to horse-related sports such as polo, showjumping and dressage throughout the country; eliminating barriers and strengthening community engagement. About The Miguel Wilson Collection Created by celebrity fashion designer Miguel Wilson, The Miguel Wilson Collection is a luxury men’s fashion label composed of suits, sport coats, trousers, shirts and accessories. With a signature Wedding Collection offered at many high-end bridal boutiques throughout the country. His signature stores are located in Atlanta, GA, Washington, D.C., Miami, FL and New York, NY. The Miguel Wilson Collection has been the choice for many high profile men on their wedding day, including Hollywood producer Will Packer, reality stars Peter Thomas and Todd Tucker, NFL players Bobby Rainey and Travis Daniels, actor Josh Morgan, and rapper 2 Chainz. Atlanta fashion Week (ATLFW) 2023 Hosted a slew of fashion driven events across the city of Atlanta making the “ATL” the next fashion capital! October 4th Taste Boutique and NYC’s SER.O.YA hosted an exclusive sip and shop mixer followed by an ode to Trap music on October 5th with an intimate one-of-a-kind fashion event entitled “Dope Boy Fresh” served as the opening night of the fashion week highlighting the Trap Music King, T.I’s, most iconic looks including designs from his multi-million dollar fashion brands, Akoo and Hustle Gang on the beautiful Thompson Hotel rooftop. October 6, ATLFW kicked off designer presentations at Underground Atlanta beginning at 11AM including Goat by James King, Ade by Femi, ABL Creations, Splashed by DKG, Kultured Misfits, LXX Official, Sylvia Mollie, Kerencia, RICCHEZZA, ICAN Clothing, Alani Taylor, Tracy Nicole Clothing, GardedNvelops, Spiritual Cowboy, and Brain Love. In edition to the fashion presentations Eboni Elektra hosted intimate discussions including an intimate discussion about the art of style and rapid expansion of Atlanta’s Fashion industry called the Art of Luxury with Marlo Hampton, Fashion Moments that Changed Hop Hop Style with Tameka Raymond, and From Corporate to Creative Entrepreneur with Jai Lyle, Tiffany Bivins, and TJ Bennett. October 7th and 8th designers Brian love, Maddox & Co., Vaila Maya Winston, Jooel, Lofinda Luxury, Aysegul Ikna, Tribaleyes, Tracy Nicole Clothing, Spiritual Cowboy, F&WStyle, Mendoza, Rodrick Gilchrist, Alani Taylor, Axcexx Kerencia, GOAT by James King, BDR, Eli Kish, GardedNvelope, and Honor Roll take over Bloomingdale’s Lenox to host a Designer Trunk Show and allow new and current customers to to shop with the emerging brands as the finale event for ATLFW 2023. . On October 5th, the Trap Museum teamed up with the esteemed Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW), where they will have an intimate one-of-a-kind fashion event entitled “Dope Boy Fresh”. This event, which serves as the opening night of the fashion week, will highlight the Trap Music King, T.I’s, most iconic looks including designs from his multi-million dollar fashion brands, Akoo and Hustle Gang. Atlanta, GA – September 15, 2023 – Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) is thrilled to announce BMW as its official automotive partner for the upcoming 2023 show schedule. ATLFW is known for celebrating creativity and innovation in the fashion industry, and this exciting partnership with BMW promises to bring a new level of luxury and sophistication to the event. Key highlights of the BMW Lounge Experience at ATLFW include: Atlanta Fashion Week has become a prominent platform for emerging and established fashion designers to showcase their talent, and this partnership with BMW further solidifies the event’s commitment to innovation, luxury, and style. “We are delighted to welcome BMW as our official automotive partner for Atlanta Fashion Week,” said Angela Watts, the founder and organizer of ATLFW. “BMW’s commitment to excellence and innovation aligns perfectly with our mission to showcase the best in the fashion industry. We believe this partnership will elevate the ATLFW experience for all our attendees.” “The joy of dressing is art, The joy of driving is art. When you merge the two, you create something special like a Van Gogh, Picasso, Bansky or even a Basquiat. That’s why, I’m excited for the partnership between the Atlanta BMW Dealers and Atlanta Fashion Week. We are creating something special that will be remembered for decades like a fine piece of art,” said Gregory G. Grant, BMW Area Manager, Atlanta. About Atlanta Fashion Week About BMW Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/BMWGroup Twitter: http://twitter.com/BMWGroup YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/BMWGroupview Google+: http://googleplus.bmwgroup.com
Written by: Sheldon G. Horton A breath of fresh air has expanded in Atlanta with the new location of The Lab Factory, a swagged-out fashion boutique. Specializing in on-trend yet timeless apparel and accessories, highlighting personal style and individuality. The owner, has over 15 years of experience in the fashion industry and says “…that’s it’s been a life long ambition to help others…” and contribute positivity and inclusion in the fashion landscape in Atlanta and ultimately abroad. Murph wants The Lab Factory to be more than just a place to shop, but rather a hub where people can gather, find inspiration, and be their authentic selves and create fashion expressions of their own. The Lab Factory’s selection includes classic staples done in modern and abstract silhouettes and colors, as well as fun and funky pieces that push boundaries. They also offer personal styling sessions to help customers put together outfits that accentuate their best features and unique style. The Lab Factory mixer was a huge success. The building was filled with inspiration and great vibes. I’m excited to see The Lab Factory become an integral part of our community, offering fashion and style guidance while helping us all express our individual creativity. The Atlanta fashion scene really needed a place like this – I have a feeling The Lab Factory is here to stay! The Lab, a leading provider of retail, manufacturing, event space, and academy services, is pleased to announce a range of exciting activities and services that are currently available to fashion and design enthusiasts. With its state-of-the-art facility and experienced staff, The Lab is committed to providing the highest quality services and education to its customers. Whether you’re a designer, student, or fashion creatives, there’s something for everyone at The Lab. Sunday, June 11th lifestyle retailer DTLR celebrated 40 years in the industry bringing back the highly anticipated 2023 Fall Fashion Showcase: EXCEL hosted by Tiara LaNiece of DTLR Radio and Yung Joc from Atlanta’s Streetz Radio, with artist performances — including 300 Entertainment’s HUNXHO and Breezy Lyn, Kali (Atlantic Records), and Domami (FOREVER RECORDS). Check out red carpet interviews with Shamari DeVoe, Breezylyn, Oshea Russell, Box Truck Shawty, and more. About DTLR DTLR is one of the country’s most successful lifestyle retailers with over 240 stores in 19 states. In fusing together our passion for fashion, entertainment, sports, and community empowerment, there is no doubt we run the streets. As we accelerate our growth, you can look forward to DTLR continuing to bring you the hottest and latest fashions provided by top apparel and footwear brands like NIKE, JORDAN, ADIDAS, LEVIS, TIMBERLAND, UGG, NEW BALANCE NORTH FACE, CHAMPION, BILLIONAIRE BOYS CLUB, ETHIKA, PUMA, FILA, NEW ERA and MITCHELL & NESS. Make no mistake: we are the ONE STOP for young, trendsetting multicultural audiences. For more information, please visit www.DTLR.com. BALTIMORE (April XX, 2023) – On Sunday, June 11, lifestyle retailer DTLR is bringing back its highly anticipated fashion show to Atlanta with its 2023 Fall Fashion Showcase: EXCEL after a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19. The larger than life show will honor brands like NIKE and JORDAN, as well as artist performances. In addition to its fashion show return, the retailer is also celebrating 40 years in the industry. DTLR has made its stamp on the fashion world and excelled through the years, which led to this year’s theme: EXCEL. The letters “XL” are emphasized not only because they are moving onto bigger and better things, but XL is also the Roman numeral for forty. Additionally, rubies are the appropriate 40th anniversary gemstone and perfectly coincide with DTLR company colors which have iconically represented them throughout the years. During each scene of the show, the retailer will honor brands, such as NIKE, JORDAN, NEW BALANCE and GOORIN, and select trends that made an impact throughout the decades with a twist of the newness expected for fall. The showcase will also feature the hottest models strutting up and down the runway as they tell the DTLR story. A call for models is taking place Sunday, April 23 from 12-4 p.m. Artist performances — including 300 Entertainment’s HUNXHO — will complement the scenes and set the soundtrack for the event. Returning hosts, Tiara LaNiece of DTLR Radio and Yung Joc from Atlanta’s Streetz Radio will help tell the story of fashion with their commentary and lifestyle conversation. To purchase tickets, please visit the event page. About DTLR DTLR is one of the country’s most successful lifestyle retailers with over 240 stores in 19 states. In fusing together our passion for fashion, entertainment, sports, and community empowerment, there is no doubt we run the streets. As we accelerate our growth, you can look forward to DTLR continuing to bring you the hottest and latest fashions provided by top apparel and footwear brands like NIKE, JORDAN, ADIDAS, LEVIS, TIMBERLAND, UGG, NEW BALANCE NORTH FACE, CHAMPION, BILLIONAIRE BOYS CLUB, ETHIKA, PUMA, FILA, NEW ERA and MITCHELL & NESS. Make no mistake: we are the ONE STOP for young, trendsetting multicultural audiences. For more information, please visit www.DTLR.com. Bravo TV’s “Lisa Nicole Cloud” Debuts New collection “Je Ne Sais Quoi” during a packed runway show during NYFW with VIPS, Influencers, and special invited media in attendance such as Hello Beautiful, Elements Magazine, Complex News, TMZ, Sheen Magazine, Rolling out Magazine and many more! Papoose, Jo Jo Azur, Giczelle Bryant, Colony Reeves and Shaq Lawson are just a few of the celebrities in attendance! “Luxury In Fashion” runway show was sponsored by Billionaires Row, F.A.C.E of Fulton County, Bridging the Gap Financial Services, and Pedilicious Footwear! The Je Ne Sais Quoi collection conveys the Power, Boldness, Strength, Sensuality and Sophistication of the “Lisa Nicole Woman.” The Lisa Nicole woman is that powerhouse, BOSS woman who likes to make a statement in everything she does, from managing a successful career to attending sophisticated social affairs. She makes a statement the moment she enters the room! Lisa’s inspiration for this season is a collection that blends modern sleek sophistication with elegant timeless statement pieces reminiscent of old hollywood glamour. The Je Ne Sais Quoi collection captures the mysterious aura of a woman. Je Ne Sais Quoi is that indescribable IT FACTOR that some women possess. The designs are simple yet bold. The Je Ne Sais Quoi of a woman is about an attitude and the indescribable qualities of today’s modern woman that makes her beautifully alluring. About Lisa Nicole Cloud Lisa Nicole Cloud is a successful entrepreneur, author, business coach, motivator, visionary and creator of the Lisa Nicole Collection. Lisa Nicole Cloud is an astute businesswoman as well as a talented and creative fashion designer. Lisa’s mission in life is to help people identify their God given talents so they can Do More, Be More, Achieve More and impact our community in a positive way. Lisa has expanded this philosophy into the world of fashion by designing clothes for women who desire to exude Power, Class, Sophistication and Sensuality. Lisa’s mantra in life is Live Your Dreams. It’s Possible and she is certainly embracing this philosophy as this year Lisa Nicole celebrates 10 years as a fashion designer.. Unisex Shirt and Hoodie will be Available to Purchase Beginning This Saturday at the Hawks Shop at ATLANTA, GA, Jan. 26, 2023 – In advance of Black History Month, the Hawks Shop, the official team store of the Hawks, collaborated with Atlanta Fashion Week to select local Black-owned business Honor Roll Clothing, a unisex lifestyle brand dedicated to utilizing creativity to challenge the perspective of culture, to design limited-edition apparel for fans. Inspired by the team’s PEACH City Edition uniforms, the joint effort involves a limited-edition shirt and hoodie designed by the co-founders of Honor Roll Clothing and the Hawks Brand Merchandising Department. These items are available for purchase at the Hawks Shop across from Gate 1 at State Farm Arena when the team takes on the Los Angeles Clippers on Saturday, Jan. 28. “We are excited to team up Honor Roll Clothing for this limited-edition capsule which truly embodies the iconic Atlanta style while still repping the Hawks,” said Hawks’ Senior Vice President of Brand Merchandising Amy Serino. “By sharing our platform with this amazing brand, we continue to stay ‘True To Atlanta’ and empower local creators.” In October of last year, the Hawks and Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) identified Honor Roll Clothing as a local brand that goes beyond retail and supports the Atlanta community. ATLFW is the ultimate resource for fashion designers and represents fashion as a conduit for expression in design, music and visual arts. “Through this collaboration, ATLFW and the Atlanta Hawks are both committed to creating opportunities that fosters equity and inclusion for independent brands,” said Angela Watts, founder of Atlanta Fashion Week. “We appreciate the Atlanta Hawks supporting our mission of giving independent brands like Honor Roll the positive push, they need to shape a sustainable future for their business.” Honor Roll Clothing was founded in 2010 by Blair Caffey, Chris Duncan and Darnell Shepherd. The lifestyle brand is dedicated to utilizing its creativity to challenge the perspective of culture. Honor Roll’s clothing uses inspirational phrases and imagery to cultivate the community. “Honor Roll Clothing is proud to partner with Atlanta Fashion Week and the Atlanta Hawks for this limited-edition collection,” said Duncan. “Together, we embody the soul and heart of what makes Atlanta great: perseverance, creativity and heritage.” To learn more about Honor Roll Clothing, visit HonorRollClothing.com. To learn more about Atlanta Fashion Week, visit atlantafashionweek.co/. For tickets to the Hawks game on Saturday, Jan. 28, visit Hawks.com/Tickets. # TrueToAtlanta # ABOUT THE ATLANTA HAWKS Committed to entertaining and uniting the city of Atlanta since 1968, the Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena, under the leadership of Principal Owners Tony Ressler and Jami Gertz, continue to build bridges through basketball by following its True to Atlanta mantra. On the court, the Hawks’ exciting young core is led by All-Star point guard Trae Young as the organization received the NBA’s top ranking in overall in-game experience for the last two seasons. Off the court, the Hawks organization focuses on positively impacting the lives of Atlantans through providing access to youth basketball, fighting food insecurity, and the recent transformation of State Farm Arena into Georgia’s largest-ever voting precinct for the 2020 elections. The Hawks family also includes the College Park Skyhawks (NBA G League) and Hawks Talon Gaming Club (NBA 2K League). Atlanta Hawks Membership, which includes your seat for every home game for the 2022-23 regular season, is on sale now at www.hawks.com/membership or by calling 866-715-1500. For more information on the Hawks, log on to www.hawks.com or follow us on social media @ATLHawks. ABOUT ATLANTA FASHION WEEK Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) is committed to evolving into a global fashion destination with the mission of celebrating diversity, innovation and creativity in fashion. Our primary goal is to create an interactive hub for fashion designers where trend-setting work is celebrated before it reaches a mainstream audience. ATLFW is the ultimate resource for fashion designers and represents fashion as a conduit for expression in design, music, and visual arts. For more information about Atlanta Fashion Week, please visit: www.atlantafashionweek.co. Atlanta’s finest take part in 5th Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic Weekend The 5th Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic commenced with special guests Sheree Whitfield, Martell Holt, Egypt Sherrod, Toccara Jones, and more. ATLANTA, GEORGIA – October 10, 2022 – The 2022 5th Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic commenced on October 7-9 with Atlanta’s finest, including notable attendees Sheree Whitfield (RHOA), Martell Holt ( Love & Marriage Huntsville), Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackson (HGTV’s Married to Real Estate), Frank Ski (KISS 104.1), Guy Lambert (FOX 5 DC) Tony Terry, Pastor Troy, Toccara Jones (America’s Next Top Model), Dr. Kevin James (president of Morris Brown College), and more. Sponsored by Bentley Atlanta and the Corbett Group, the Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic featured three days of food, drinks, live music, fashion, cigars, and equestrian exhibitions, which took place in the form of the “Black Tie Experience”, “Polo & Pumps Brunch and Day Party”, “Cocktails and Cigars Under the Stars” and the Annual Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic. photo credit Phil Jackson “I’m so appreciative of everyone who showed up and showed out this year,” said Miguel Wilson, founder of the Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic. “With this being our fifth year, it’s safe to say that we’re no longer the new kids on the block, but now a staple in the community. This is demonstrated by the many people who attend every year, especially those who buy their tickets months in advance and those who travel from other states.” One of the more unique aspects of this event is that it features Black fashion designers, emerging and established. It gives these designers a platform to showcase the quality of their work. It also provides a space for Black vendors who make luxury goods which includes jewelry, spirits, cigars, helicopters, and more. The Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic serves as the biggest fundraising event for the Ride to the Olympics Foundation, a non-profit organization that aims to provide support to kids who desire to pursue equestrian activities; especially those who normally wouldn’t have the opportunity due to socio-economic obstacles. All proceeds from the 5th Atlanta Fashion & Polo Classic will go towards the Ride to the Olympics Foundation. “With all of the events that we put on during this weekend and all of the vendors and fashion designers that we showcase, all black-owned might I add, it’s easy to forget that this is a fundraising event. Our goal is to raise money for the Ride to the Olympics Foundation so that we can continue to provide equestrian experiences to the youth, create more all-Black polo teams, and create more polo teams at HBCUs. And ultimately, we want to send a Black person to the Olympics to compete in equestrian sports, which has never been done,” Wilson said. For more information visit https://www.fashionandpoloclassic.com or https://www.ridetotheolympics.org/ to find out more about the Ride to the Olympics Foundation or to place a donation. ### About Ride to the Olympics Established in 2017, Ride to the Olympics’ (RTO) primary mission is to empower youth who aren’t exactly born into great means with the opportunity to learn the art of equestrian sports, fashion and leadership development. RTO is also committed to increasing awareness and exposure to horse-related sports such as polo, showjumping and dressage throughout the country; eliminating barriers and strengthening community engagement. About The Miguel Wilson Collection Created by celebrity fashion designer Miguel Wilson, The Miguel Wilson Collection is a luxury men’s fashion label composed of suits, sport coats, trousers, shirts and accessories. With a signature Wedding Collection offered at many high-end bridal boutiques throughout the country. His signature stores are located in Atlanta, GA, Washington, D.C., Miami, FL and New York, NY. The Miguel Wilson Collection has been the choice for many high profile men on their wedding day, including Hollywood producer Will Packer, reality stars Peter Thomas and Todd Tucker, NFL players Bobby Rainey and Travis Daniels, actor Josh Morgan, and rapper 2 Chainz.MET GALA 2024 RED CARPET REVIEW WITH SAKEYA DONALDSON AND TROY CLINTON
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As the official automotive partner, BMW will create an immersive experience at Underground Atlanta on Friday, October 6, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM ET. The BMW Lounge Experience will be a highlight of the fashion week, offering attendees a unique blend of fashion, art, entertainment, and automotive excellence.
BMW Group is a global leader in the automotive industry, known for its commitment to luxury, innovation, and performance. With a rich history dating back over a century, BMW continues to push the boundaries of automotive engineering and design. The brand is synonymous with quality, craftsmanship, and cutting-edge technology, making it a natural partner for Atlanta Fashion Week.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this unique fusion of fashion and automotive luxury at the BMW Lounge Experience during Atlanta Fashion Week on October 6, 2023. Join us for a day of style, innovation, and inspiration.
Atlanta Fashion Week (ATLFW) is a premier fashion event that celebrates creativity and innovation in the fashion industry. Founded by [Founder Name], ATLFW provides a platform for emerging and established fashion designers to showcase their talent and connect with industry professionals. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on pushing the boundaries of fashion, ATLFW has become a prominent fixture on the fashion calendar.
BMW Group in America
BMW of North America, LLC has been present in the United States since 1975. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars NA, LLC began distributing vehicles in 2003. The BMW Group in the United States has grown to include marketing, sales, and financial service organizations for the BMW brand of motor vehicles, including motorcycles, the MINI brand, and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars; Designworks, a strategic design consultancy based in California; technology offices in Silicon Valley and Chicago, and various other operations throughout the country. BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in South Carolina is the BMW Group global center of competence for BMW X models and manufactures the X3, X4, X5, X6 and X7 Sports Activity Vehicles. The BMW Group sales organization is represented in the U.S. through networks of 349 BMW passenger car and BMW Sports Activity Vehicle centers, 143 BMW motorcycle retailers, 116 MINI passenger car dealers, and 38 Rolls-Royce Motor Car dealers. BMW (US) Holding Corp., the BMW Group’s sales headquarters for North America, is located in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey.
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