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Matthew Morris Salon and Skincare celebrates 10 Years!

MATTHEW MORRIS SALON AND SKINCARE
Celebrating 10 successful years with a Runway Show featuring hits by The Blonds!

June 4th, 2016

7:30 Cocktail Reception, Hors d’oeuvres and Silent Auction
Runway Show presenting runway hits by The Blonds
The Breast Cancer Foundation Guest Speaker, Erin Monroe
After party immediately following the show
TICKET INCLUDES // Admission to the event , OPEN BAR,  Hors d’oeuvres, runway show, after party, famous gift bags, and helps raise money for Breast Cancer.

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The DENVER POST says “Nothing about Matthew Morris, his south Broadway salon, or the parties he throws are without epic attention to some very boss details.”

DENVER, CO; The high-end fashion event of the year in Denver, bringing in 600 of Denver’s most fashionable and vibrant players, Matthew Morris Salon’s Anniversary events feature incredible designer’s collections and runway surprises every year. Whether there are models pouring out of a baroque limousine, a football field for a runway or girls being dropped off via motorcycle, the production value of the salon’s shows are always very high and unexpected. This year’s festivities will sweep all previous under the rug!

b6Perfecting the night will be a runway presentation featuring knockout designs from The Blonds. The Blonds

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Interview with Minika Ko

Denver-Art-Museum_Paper-Samurai-Dress_BTS3_Derek-Keenan_Minika-KoWe first heard about Minika Ko from our good friend Derek Keenan. He was partnering up with a fashion designer and friend from NYC to create a design for the annual Paper Fashion Show and when he told us about Minika and showed us her website, we knew we had to meet her!


1) When did you first realize that fashion was your passion? 

MinikaGrowing up, I always loved beautiful things. I was a pianist and cellist at young age, and I always enjoyed dressing up for my performances. In this way and more, fashion has always been integral to my life, but I never thought it could be my career until 2013, when I quit my job and traveled the world as part of a soul-searching journey. I read a biography of Alexander McQueen during this time, leading me to pursue a tailoring apprenticeship in Taiwan. Within three months of training, I won Elle Magazine’s New Talent Award, had my first runway show, and began an exhilarating journey working as a designer in France, Los Angeles, and, finally, New York City. I have been living my dream ever since. 

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Denver Designer Efrain Guerrero Presents ALIVE: A Forbidden LOVE Fashion Show

What: ALIVE: a Forbidden LOVE Fashion Show

Where: VIE Luxe Nightclub: 1427 Larimer Street, Denver, Colorado 80202 (VIE Luxe Nightclub is a 21+ nightclub)

When: Friday, May 20, 2016: Doors open at 9pm, the fashion show is scheduled to begin at 10pm.

Cost: GA is free but standing area only. Exclusive VIP seating is only $10 at Alivebyefrainguerrero.com.

Get ready to awaken your senses for an unbelievable night of mesmerizing fashion designs as told in a story of fashion inspired by two lovers.

Alive by Efrain Guerrero

Alive fashion show

Who: Efrain Guerrero is a former FIDM student and Art Institute of Colorado Fashion Design graduate. Efrain is known for his sexy, but modern style in women’s clothing. His designs are edgy, versatile and, may I mention, he loves prints and patterns. His design specialties includes cocktail party wear, special occasion, evening wear, bridesmaids gowns and red carpet style fashion designs.

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Denver Designer Efrain Guerrero supports FCF’s Denver Paint the Runway charity show 2013, re-live it on Youtube here: Denver Paint the Runway.

 

Why: By attending this show, you will not only be supporting an upcoming Denver fashion designer, but also helping Efrain Guerrero celebrate his 25thbirthday! A Forbidden

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Interview with Shanelle Lyn Price, Hairstylist Extraordinaire!

Shanelle Lyn PriceI first met Shanelle Lyn Price at the New Years Eve fashion show that I emceed. She took my short doo and curled it up, adding body and fun to it. We became instant friends. Right before I emceed Artopia, she gave me another cut and added some flair as I grow out my short doo. I’m hooked! 

We caught up with Shanelle at her new residency at Henry’s Salon.

Shanelle Lyn PriceWhen did you discover your passion for cutting hair?

I discovered the stylist in me as a young child actually. I did all my friend’s hair and doll’s hair. I loved fashion and hair and makeup.

Did you have formal education or are you self taught? 

IMG_-x48a3rI went to Xenon International School of cosmetology in 2001. I graduated and worked for Charlie Price at Planet Laboratories in Cherry Creek where I discovered my true love for hair and high fashion. I am a master colorist and have training in Aveda, Redken and was an educator for Ibella. I continue my education quarterly which is very important to me. I’m certified through Cinderella Hair Extensions and Brazilian Blowout. I learn everyday from other amazing and talented stylists and honestly by Read more!

Trafficked fashion show: April 29th

An amazing fashion & artistic event benefiting Extended Hands of Hope, April 29th at The Studios at Overland Crossing.

Featuring 9 amazing fashion designers, performers and much more

Margeret Sanzo, HAUS, ScandalousCouture, Leah Kettleson, Sarah Ake, Eddie Ricke, Parasite Eve Designs, Nicole Marsch, Lady Sigyn Designs, & Reworks by Desiree

VIP tickets include food and drink.

Don’t miss this one of kind of event.

Event Photo curosity of Photographer’s Liz Gilani & Andy Winn, Model Madelyn Nicole, Makeup & Hair Kimberely Clay

WHEN
WHERE
The Studios at Overland Crossing – 2201 S Delaware St, Denver, Colorado 80223, Denver, CO 80221 – View Map
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