Some of you might think that the term, “Seattle Fashion” is an oxymoron, but I’m here to dispel the myth that all Seattle citizens roam the streets in ratty old Birkenstocks and fleece vests. This proud Seattle fashionista, along with nearly 500 of Seattle’s most stylish people, showed up to support Fashion Network Seattle, party the night away, drink, eat and support some amazing local designers. I was thrilled to arrive at the hottest fashion event of the summer, FNS’s Haute Summer Night: Fashion on the Boardwalk, with my OnlineShoes.com cohorts and rocking a killer, brand new outfit. With a boardwalk-style runway, unlimited hosted bar serving Pearl Vodka, entertainment, swag bags, VIP Cabanas, and dancing…I was NOT about to miss out!
After checking out OnlineShoes.com’s beachy-cool display of spring’s hottest designs, I headed backstage to gab with the models and help pair the perfect pair of shoes to each runway outfit. Then, it was finally time to take my seat near the OnlineShoes.com VIP Cabana to take in the runway fashion show, spotlighting local designers Heidi Fish, Ana Louis, Rene Ropas by Morgan Carson and Suite No. 237. Co-sponsoring the event, OnlineShoes.com gave away two pairs of tickets for the VIP Cabana to two lucky winners, a prize including not only front-row seating, bottle service during the show and access to the exclusive VIP Bar, but also a swag bag overflowing with gifts from event sponsors and additional companies.
After the models worked the runway wearing the sexy Isola Benne sandals and the sweetly demure Isola Tara pumps, they mosied over to the OnlineShoes.com booth where they posed for photos and chatted about the designs they loved best (be sure to check out photos on our Facebook page).
The Coney Island-inspired event featured games, cocktails and appetizers, all served up in a carnival-like atmosphere. OnlineShoes.com’s footwear partners for the fashion show include such popular cutting-edge and fashion brands as Dr. Martens, Sofft, Naya, UGG® Australia and Me Too, as well as popular handbag purveyor Hobo International.
Of her collaboration with OnlineShoes.com, Haute Summer Night’s creative director, Shalonne Foster said, “Such a great selection. To find that kind of talent and selection locally. I mean, how could we not get together?”
Shalonne was right–it was an unforgettable evening of fun and fashion in Seattle. And with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the local non-profit and youth empowerment organization Sew Beautiful, we all left feeling pretty good about the evening and definitely feeling more fashionable.
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