Because art is always in style, our goal is to bring art and fashion together in an unprecedented fashion experience. Art of Curves Fashion Week will bring you Incredible fashion designers, models and retailers with very talented artists that will have you experience fashion like never before. Take a stroll with us this week down a very unique runway.
The Midwest is the home to several great fashion designers and lots of fashion shows, and all these shows have one thing in common, it’s all been done before. We've raised the bar before, and we are ready to do it again! Art of Curves thrives on the unexpected and wants to challenge your idea of what a fashion show could be, so forget everything you know about fashion shows and join us. Would you see the beauty with your eyes or with your mind? Come and join us as the canvas becomes a Masterpiece.
Events
April 25th Curves,Conversations and Connections
Come Inspired, leave empowered!
Engage with a panel of strong, empowered, professional women and men who share a common understanding of what it means to overcome the adversities that life can throw at us as curvy women as well as big and tall men. Hear their passionate stories of strength, courage, and the unending sacrifice that helped them rise to the top of their careers. You can ask any and all questions about starting a blog, building an Instagram presence, polishing up your brand and growing your following.
You are going to leave this conference feeling like the SUPER WOMAN/ MAN you already are!! You are going to leave this conference with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration you need to: push yourself into your purpose; push yourself into your dreams; push yourself into becoming the GREAT WORK OF ART! Break through barriers & overcome obstacles, tap into your God given potential so that we can meet the person that we are intended to be.
April 26th 8 pm in the Grand Pavillion
Invasion of Privacy -
Come and experience women walking the catwalk for the first time, displaying their confidence, style and sass. Seats are very limited. $20 for seated ticket. Signature drinks and full bar will be available.
April 27th 9am The Art of Modeling
This is an interactive class for models emerging in the fashion industry or looking to get into the fashion industry. A hands-on workshop dedicated to expanding new careers by providing industry knowledge, runway preparation, portfolio building, on-camera presence and training.
Learn how to build a Top Model Portfolio
Must Know Industry Do’s & Don’t
Models tips for auditions and getting booked
Q & A
Runway walks
Basic Make Up tips with Coach and Creative Director MsNickeeTheBrand
April 27th 11am -3pm Glam Bash Expo
This highly anticipated event is definitely one you want to be a part of! It's going to be a fun-filled day of shopping with numerous vendors and various live & interactive demonstrations, health/beauty awareness booths and body positive sessions.
The Glam Bash Health and Beauty Expo is an event for women to come together, bond, be educated, be inspired and uplifted while still enjoying things women love to do. The Women's Health and Beauty Expo is the event designed for women of all ages. Whether it is for fashion, beauty, lifestyle or health, the Women's Health and Beauty Expo will bring together these resources in one place. The Glam Bash Health and Beauty Expo offers women an event to attend, celebrate, splurge, and embrace Womanhood.The expo will feature exhibits featuring products and services. Admission is 10.00 and proceeds will be donated to Women's Domestic Violence Shelter. Parking are is free.
April 27th 6pm - Masterpiece Gala Fashion and Honors
We invite you to experience the legend and be part of this year’s most glamorous event.
The Fashion Week Gala Dinner is the highlight of social calendar and the height of sophistication. The red carpet will be rolled out for our guests as we welcome them with champagne. Join us for an exquisite event where Purpose meets Fashion on the Runway. We feature live entertainment, vendors, fashion show, dinner, silent auction, and more. Incredible fashion from some of the Midwest's top fashion designers.
This year, we will feature Wearable Art on the Runway (fashion show) This year we are taking our Spring Fashion event next level with a Fashion Gala featuring the hottest looks for 2019 and proudly introduce you to local artists/exhibits with the ability to purchase unique art and garments. A percentage of the proceeds will support Domestic Violence Shelter.
VIP Pre-party 6:00-7:00PM, Arrive to a red carpet, hors d’ oeuvres and select cash bar reception, silent auction kickoff, meet and greet with Designers and Models.
VIP tickets include: VIP Red Carpet Reception, Meet and greet with models and designers & Champagne Toast, Preferred Seating, Swag Bag, Early Bird Shopping and a delicious spread provided by Crowne Plaza Top Chef.
General tickets include: Open seating (first come first serve), shopping, and a delicious spread provided by Crowne Plaza Top Chef.
This year we are excited to announce that there will be a dress code: Met Gala Style
Cash Bar
VIP Reception: 6:00-7:00 pm
General Tickets: Doors open at 7:00 pm
Interested in Being A Vendor?
VIP Bag Contributor?
Sponsor?
We have a great opportunity for you!
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