Fashion Week San Diego hit the runway with a live broadcast Runway Show on Oct. 17. This virtual fashion show featured nine designers who presented their 10-piece collections at the LUCE Lofts on Kettner Boulevard. The founder of FWSD, Allison Andrews, and the director of FWSD Gwen Bates kicked off the festivities and got the show rolling.
The emcee for the evening was meteorologist Jodi Kodesh. The guests were able to watch the show in the comfort of their home sipping a cocktail while seeing these never-before-seen collections on the FWSD2020 runway.
Featured designer Bea Cruz PH, from the Philippines, was unable to attend this year due to travel restrictions. Many of the garments were a blend of pineapple fibers and silk. She had to watch the show virtually for her home in the Philippines.
Kelly Leanne Apparel Designs (KLA) specializes in one of a kind upcycled designs. She decided to incorporated parachutes in her collection for a flowing effect on the runway. L Label Loves Emvee Bikini presented their line of women’s swimwear on the stage. They use upcycled trim and costume jewelry in their designs, to be a green company.
L’Atelier Couture by Olivia Romero offered a line of garments influenced by her Mexican heritage. Reform upcycled wedding gowns to produce a collection with zero waste.
Scheherazade offered a collection influenced by Renaissance art into fashion. VaughnBerry was a returning designer who showed a resort collection for men.
WVSH repurposed collection creates unique pieces from vintage clothing. They are involved with ending racial injustices and thanks to the FWSD Diversity Fund they were able to showcase this collection. Gloria closed the show with her sustainable collection. This finale offered designs that were perfect for a tropical vacation.
Awards were handed out and the first one was the Art & Beauty Behind Fashion. Fashion Week San Diego partnered with Art Renewal Center (ARC) and Sotheby’s to put on a competition. The designers all created a garment inspired by a piece of fine art. The winner was announced and the honor went to Lisa the Shield Maiden with the winning team of designer: Bea Cruz PH, artist: David Bowers, and model: Andrea Revilla.
Additional awards were handed out for Top Model. The first-place award went to Ashley Strickland, second place award went to Nicole Flanagan, and third place went to Danielle DiLorenzo.
Topping off the event the Top Designer award was presented. The first-place award went to Bea Cruz PH, second place award went to VaughnBerry, and the third place went to Kelly Leanne Apparel Designs. Added credit for the show went to Janette Cruz of Gila Rut, Sonia from Upright Citizen, and their talented teams for the stunning hair and makeup. If you missed this year’s events stay tuned for around the year events at fashionweeksd.com.