Events

Design Competition

Saturday, October 3, 2009 7pm - 3am
The Distillery District's Fermenting Cellar
55 Mill St. Buildings 6 & 7, Toronto, ON
Canada, M5A 3C4

Discover the unexpected in fashion where rising Canadian designers will showcase their Art of Fashion exclusive collections as part of the Annual Design Competition. Only 10 of Canada's top rising designers will be selected for a chance to participate in this career-boosting challenge.

Designers will vie for the title of Most Promising Designer and Best Exhibit by creating a collection of garments based off their interpretation of this year's theme - "Iconic Power". A panel of industry judges, along with the general public, will select and award two designers with a monetary grant to help launch their business.

2009 - "Iconic Power"

"Clothing has always had the power to take a person from ordinary to extraordinary. It can create a character, a persona, an icon. It is the visual embodiment of one's values and ideals. In the Art of Fashion: Iconic Power exhibit, we will explore the fantastical world of superheroes within the realm of ready-to-wear fashion. This 'superfashion' collection will challenge the conventional, empower the wearer, and transform the human silhouette."




The Application Form for the 2009 Designer Competition is now available.
The deadline for submissions is Monday, August 31, 2009 so don't delay!




Trunk Show Exhibition

Saturday, October 3, 2009 7pm - 12am
The Distillery District's Fermenting Cellar
55 Mill St. Buildings 6 & 7, Toronto, ON
Canada, M5A 3C4

This exclusive shopping extravaganza brings together an ensemble of Canada's hottest new designers (clothing & accessories) under one roof. Participating designers will have an opportunity to meet with local media, sell their one of a kind exclusive design and network with industry guests.


The Application Form for the 2009 Trunk Show Exhibition is now available.
The deadline for submissions is Monday, August 31, 2009 so don't delay!

The Application Form for the 2009 Rethink Breast Cancer Bra Exhibit is now available.
The deadline for submissions is Monday, August 31, 2009 so don't delay!

 
2009 Designer Finalists
Mikhail Moudrakovski
Mikhail Moudrakovski
Ana Niculae
Imperfect Indulgence
Julitta Lai
M.O.L
Danny Yau
Tea Walk- the concept store
Heidi Ackerman
Heidi Ackerman
Tara White
Embody
Kelly Henderson
Harsh Crystalis
Sheila Lam
Sheilam

2009 Judges
Nicole Gouveia
WINNERS
Divisional Vice President Merchandise Manager
David Dixon
David Dixon Inc.
Creative Director David Dixon Inc.
Shawn Hewson
Bustle Clothing
Creative Director Bustle Clothing/ Project Runway Canada Judge
Brian Bailey
Brian Bailey Designs
Creative Director Brian Bailey Design / Project Runway Canada Mentor
Marika Brose
The Bay
Fashion Direction Manager

2009 Trunk Show Exhibitors
Olga Lipnitski
Decadent Designs
Mei Ngan
Sassy Peacock
Melissa De Luca
Fredrick Prince Hand Crafted Jewelry
Karin Da Fonte
Kaza Daza Designs
Emily Miller
Polymath
Penny Katsoras
PennyKDesign
Conniemarie Howard
Howard Studios
Tara Neray
Slashpile Designs
Ana Niculae
Imperfect Indulgence
Jules Mae Clothing
Julie Prescsky
Michele Pedro
Brazen Hussy
Lori Schmidtke
Klas Squared
Allan Glanfield
Significant Clothing
Jenny Jag-Wear
Jennifer Starchuk
Trevor Harris
Dialogue
Tara White
Embody
Loni Goudreau
LAG Concepts
Balmshell
Balmshell
Anice Jewellery
Anice Jewellery