All posts by B. shigglesworth

Dreamer / Doer / Founder of Fashion Denver
fashion camp, Fashion Denver Events

Fashion Denver Fashion Camp: RECYCLE + FAVORITE CHARACTER= SUNDAY FUNDAY

FASHION DENVER’S FASHION CAMP
Sunday, August 5th 9am-4pm
2875 Blake St,
Denver, CO 80205

$95.00 (Materials included)

Fashion Denver’s fashion camps are designed to unleash the creativity for kids interested in the fashion world. With special guests from the Colorado fashion community to hands on activities in designing accessories and an outfit, our campers end the day with a walk down the runway in their design that they created.
Fashion camp is designed for fashionistas between the ages of 4-11! We have our groups divided equally so even if you are super young or a tween, you’ll be working at the level that you should be.

Our August edition of fashion camp is going to be something like we’ve never done!! There are 2 parts of unique fun to this camp.

Fashion Denver's fashion campWe are using 100% recycled materials (bubble wrap, card board, cans, scraps of papers and ribbons, old office supplies and so much more) to construct an outfit! Using these recycled materials, our camper’s imaginations will soar. We’ll also hear from Jasmin with Eco -Cycle who will be leading our campers on a journey in recycling!

This won’t just be any old outfit but an outfit based around each camper’s… Read more!

Business Profiles, Designer A Day, Designer Profile

Designer Interview: Julia Rhoden Design

The first time we met Julia Rhoden, of Julia Rhoden Design, was when we held an eco-fashion competition where designers were partnered up with an ecological fashion disaster! I need to find those photos!! Julia’s design was so innovative and clever and ever since then, she has been on the forefront of our minds as a designer here in Denver.

Let’s see what inspires this woman!

What inspired your love for fashion and fashion design?

Honestly for most of my life I wanted to be a zoologist and chase wolves around in Russia UNTIL I saw the movie the ‘Devil Wears Prada’ in high school and I instantaneously became inspired by the ‘Miranda Priesly’ character and just knew in my heart- “This is what I need to do.” Senior year of high school I changed my direction and directed everything towards becoming a fashion designer.

The first thing I ever made was my best friends bright yellow prom dress!

How long have you been designing?

I have been designing since high school but have been seriously designing over the last seven years. Really honing in on my construction, my technical skills and aesthetic.

Did you go to school for design … Read more!

Arts & Entertainment

The 7th Annual “NERD PROM”  –  #NerdProm2018  

What: The 7th Annual “NERD PROM”  –  #NerdProm2018   #NerdsJustWannaHaveFun!
Where: Summit Music Hall (1902 Blake St., Denver, Co.)
When: Saturday, June 16th, 2018  /  Doors @ 7pm  /  Show @ 8pm (during Denver Comic Con Weekend)

Tix: $10 Early Bird Special / $15 Advance / $22 DOS / $50 VIP / All Ages – Tickets on sale now!

Information: www.DenverNerdProm.com  /  www.facebook.com/thenerdprom

presented by… KTCL 93.3, Live Nation, Level 7 Games, Twist & Shout, Red Bull, Snarf’s, Alamo Drafthouse, Deep Eddy Vodka, Oskar Blues, Nerd Nite Denver, Comedy Works, Yelp!, LightBooth

* featuring performances by… ANDY ROK & THE REAL DEAL
CREATURE CANOPY COMPASS & CAVERN Do Disney!
ALL CHIEFS play Weezer’s Blue Album
with special guest DJ LEVI DOUBLE U

* hosted by… RICK & ALF of KTCL 93.3

It’s time to celebrate your inner geek, because let’s face it, #NerdsJustWannaHaveFun! Come, join us on Saturday, June 16th for the 7th Annual “NERD PROM!” Rick & KTCL’s DJ ALF (93.3) will serve as Masters of Ceremonies once again, DJ LEVI DOUBLE U will kick off the party, with CREATURE CANOPY COMPASS & CAVERN performing their ode to Disney, … Read more!

Arts & Entertainment, Benefits

Children’s Miracle Night: A fashion show and benefit

What an absolutely exciting night in store at the Children’s Miracle Night, to be held on May 31st at the Chateaux at Fox Meadow. The show will benefit Children’s Miracle Network and Children’s Hospital Colorado. 

This new show is designed to bring awareness to the tremendous work Children’s Hospital Colorado does for the families within our community and celebrate some local kids journeys to a healthy life.Children’s Miracle Night’s mission is to raise money to help support the hospital while providing a platform for local designers and boutiques to show off their designs and clothing.

Children's Miracle Night

The show will also feature local recording artist, Kayla Ruby, who is most known currently for her jaw-dropping performance of our Nation’s anthem at the 2017 Denver Bronco’s season opener on September 11th. Ruby has always been involved within her community and is excited to be a part of an event that aligns with her passion.

Leading the show will be Kyle Dyer and the team of fearless Children’s Miracle Night ambassadors who have all been treated at Children’s Hospital Colorado. The ambassadors will be sharing stories of silly nurses, special Children’s Hospital guest and how they plan to give back to … Read more!

fitness, Spring 2018 Vendor Opportunities

VENDORS for Camp Gladiator: Boulder County

For the past 9 months, I have been part of an amazing organization called Camp Gladiator, where I actually have fun getting fit!! I’ve met some absolutely amazing friends and I look forward to working out, not just my body, but my soul!

During the winter months, we work out inside but beginning next week, we’ll be taking it outside!! And to celebrate spring, getting into shape, and being outside, Camp Gladiator is holding a super fun workout day with all kinds of other fun!!

DESIGNERS, COME JOIN THE FUN!! AND IT’S FREE!
CG is inviting vendors to come out and be a part of this EPIC workout! YOU can have a table set-up with their product/service for the campers to sample, learn about and chat with you. We want to provide value to the campers and connect them to the community around us!

What: Community Workout to Kick Off Camp Gladiator’s Outdoor Season and Spring Promotion, ‘Take It Outside’

Who: VENDORS, CG BOLD Members, New Spring Campers, Anyone and Everyone! VENDORS THIS IS FREE!

When: Saturday, April 21st

Time: 8:00am – 9:00am for the workout (vendors should set-up by 7:30am and should be done by 9:30am or

… Read more!