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Alex Torrey Umano Clothing & E. Vincent Martinez
This is the story of two brothers and child artists who are making a difference in the fashion world and having an impact socially. During a visit to Athens, Ga, Umano Clothing co-founder, Alex Torrey, shared with me his (and his brother's) inspiring success story. They've been featured on Shark Tank and Vogue Magazine and (most importantly) in the lives of 100K + elementary school children.
Loyal shoppers and newcomers alike descended upon The Frye Company at Ponce City Market on Thursday, September 15th to celebrate the arrival of the highly anticipated Modern Icons Collection. Hosted by actress and modern icon Lauren Cohan, best known for her role as Maggie Greene on “The Walking Dead”, guests were treated to the sounds of DJ Pat O’Brien while enjoying complimentary Richland Rum cocktails, Emergency Drinking Beer from Wild Heaven Craft Beers and local bites from The Mercury. The signature cocktail of the night, perfect for any fall occasion and called Bootstrap, was made with Georgia’s own Richland Rum, lime juice, lemon juice, aperol, simple syrup, Angostura bitters, Peychauds bitters, shaken and garnished with a Granny Smith Apple. With over 200 in attendance, stylish guests sipped and shopped, being the first to explore The Modern Icons Collection and fall’s newest arrivals. (Event Photos by Shelby Steckbauer)
Roche Bobois, luxury furniture editor, and Mimi Plange, award-winning fashion designer, have joined together to present their artistic collaboration - “UTOPIA” -a large exhibition of Roche Bobois’ iconic Mah Jong sofa, as well as wall coverings and accessories, produced exclusively for the special event.
The one-of-a-kind pieces, upholstered with custom Mimi Plange fabrics and leathers, will be sold with proceeds benefiting Horizons Atlanta. Horizons is Atlanta’s leading advocate and provider of summer learning programs with plans to expand over the next several years with a suite of programs serving 2000 metro Atlanta students.
Roche Bobois will offer a “Pop Up Shop” of fashion and home accessories designed by Plange, which will showcase a modern interpretation of ancient African design traditions. Pulling heavily from her own Ghanaian heritage, Plange will showcase a painted version of the iconic Kente Cloth, surreal animal pop art collages, and her own army of pastel Ashanti Dolls. For the highly anticipated collaboration, Plange partnered with the Ethical Fashion Initiative,a program of a UN agency called ITC that connects the fashion industry with artisans in Africa and Haiti.
With the belief that Culture, Art and Design share the same philosophy and inspiration, Roche Bobois is also pleased to lend their support to such an important fundraising event for a perfect cohesion of fashion and design. “UTOPIA” is set to receive a large array of attention on both a local and national level; all ticket sales and items sold during the event will support Horizons Atlanta.
UTOPIA is on September 22nd at Ponce City Market. TICKETS
Join us this Thursday, September 15th from 7 to 9 p.m. for a private event at The Frye Company at Ponce City Market. Celebrating The Modern Icons Collection and hosted by actress and modern icon Lauren Cohan, best known for her role as Maggie Greene on “The Walking Dead”, you will be treated to an unforgettable evening filled with cocktails, food and shopping.
Be the first to explore The Modern Icons Collection featuring a new range of men’s and women’s boots inspired by Frye’s heritage boot designs while enjoying complimentary bites from The Mercury, Wild Heaven Craft Beers, specialty Richland Rum cocktails and much more.
Is it time for a post-Labor Day sunglasses makeover? With most summer shades looking worse for wear at this point in the year, Aspire Eyewear wearers are seeing an evergreen difference in their frames choice. In addition to offering a “barely there” fit and feel with eyewear that is lighter and thinner, the product is also stronger, and more pliable than anything else on the market. Created with hypoallergenic SDN-4, this proprietary material also offers shape memory, is heat resistant, and will not fade in UV exposure, which means these frames look great and perform well for a very long time.
And since Aspire Eyewear frames will still be in such great shape, the brand recommends paying a visit to your local optician and giving your sunglasses a lens upgrade, instead. Below are some tips on lens options that can make your world a little brighter...
Brown Tone Improves light adaptation in bright and low light situations, gives greater sharpness and contrast. (Recommended for Cycling, Running and Golf.)
Orange Tone has a high intensity color that enhances the surrounding terrain by highlighting the upper end of mi-range light. (Recommended for Cycling and Golf.)
Green Tone enables natural colors to “POP.” (Recommended for Cycling, Golf and Boating.)
Grey Tone enhances natural vibrant colors while providing even management of light across the entire visible spectrum of light. (Recommended for Boating, Tennis and hiking.)
Aspire Eyewear shown above: "Anonymous" in Blue.
Tod's at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta has stepped into the Fall fashion season with an explosion of vibrant color and metallic textures. To celebrate, Tod's hosted an event to feature the collection of fine Italian leather shoes, handbags and accessories. Their signature driver was proudly displayed in a rainbow of abundance as were alternate looks for every lifestyle - from streetwise sneakers to high-heeled loafers with a modern touch.
Guests sipped on champagne and enjoyed passed hors d'oeuvres from Le Bilboquet.
BUT the evening was not all about fashion. Giving is stylish too and I've said many times that Atlantan's are among the most charitable. September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month so the evening benefited the Bowen Story Fund for CURE Childhood Cancer. Scott Story, co-founder of the Bowen Story Fund shared his personal experiences and motivation for creating this fund which aids families with food, transportation, hotel and gift cards who travel 50 or more miles to receive treatment for their child. Scott was featured on Atlanta Plugged In along with event host Shaye Strager of Strager Style:
It was an honor to co-host this special event. Thank you to everyone who came out to support this cause. After the event, Le Bilboquet continued their support by donating 10% of the bill for guests who strolled over for dinner. For more information about the Bowen Story Fund and to make a donation, CLICK HERE.
Fashionado is a fashion & lifestyle brand where readers indulge in a myriad of trending topics from the world of fashion, design, art and culinary. Via the FashionadoTV digital platform, Fashionado founder, E. Vincent Martinez, hosts interviews with celebrities, fashion designers, artists and industry professionals.
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