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Behind the Seams: Mona Lucero featured designer at Denver Fashion Week’s Society Night

Denver Fashion Week is here and we’re getting the scoop on a few of the designers that are showcasing!

With a legacy spanning decades in the fashion industry, Mona Lucero has become a revered figure in Denver’s design scene, and is a local staple. Known for her visionary creativity and unwavering commitment to pushing boundaries, Mona has continually inspired and delighted fashion enthusiasts with her unique aesthetic.

As longtime admirers of her work, we can’t wait to see the unveiling of Mona’s latest collection on the runway of Society Night at Denver Fashion Week.

What was the main inspiration behind your latest collection you are showcasing at Denver Fashion Week SOCIETY NIGHT?

There are a few themes – the butterfly which we often think of as pretty and sweet but there is a complexity to the butterfly in darker and more vivid colors that intrigue me. There is a resilience in the butterfly that’s often surprising. There’s also the theme of inner strength, relying on oneself to overcome and personal responsibility. I want to represent these ideas in this new collection.

Your designs often blend various styles and influences. How do you strike a balance between maintaining your signature … Read more!

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Breaking Ground: Skye Barker Maa’s Journey into Sustainability at Denver Fashion Week

Denver Fashion Week Spring ’24 Opening Day: SUSTAINABLE

Step into the vibrant realm where fashion meets sustainability! The buzz surrounding Denver Fashion Week’s Sustainability show is palpable, and amidst the flurry of preparations, one name stands out: Skye Barker Maa. Behind the scenes, Skye is diligently crafting her collections for both Factory Fashion and SKYE|AIRE, infusing each piece with a unique blend of creativity and eco-consciousness. From the youthful charm of Factory Fashion showcased in the Youth & Kids Show to the ethereal elegance of SKYE|AIRE gracing the Bridal runway, Skye’s collections promise to be nothing short of extraordinary.

Let’s dive into the world of sustainability with Skye…

What inspired you to transition your design approach to focus on sustainability?

I snowballed into Sustainability! Factory Fashion hosted a Sustainable Fashion Show for the organization Women in Sustainability that included a runway show, panel, and had a greater educational component. I learned so much that I continued to do research on my own. I started thrifting materials and realized how much opportunity there is. Adapting to a sustainable approach is right for the planet, but also financially sustainable. I was spending so much money on fabric and … Read more!

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Denver Fashion Week Returns for Spring 2024 With All Inclusive Fashion Show, Bridal Fashion, the Debut of the Denver Fashion Week Awards, and Much More

Denver Fashion Week (DFW), Colorado’s largest fashion event, returns for spring with eight runway shows coming to The Brighton – A NPU Venue in the heart of RiNo’s Art District from Saturday, May 11 through Sunday, May 19, 2024. Spring highlights for the highly anticipated event include the return and expansion of the All-Inclusive Fashion Show, mesmerizing European fashion experience with a runway show featuring international designers from Georgia, a Bridal Show just in time for wedding season, and for the first time – the Denver Fashion Week Awards.

As Colorado’s most prominent fashion event, thousands of attendees show up each year to support Denver’s growing and diverse fashion community. During the spring show, emerging and established local, national, and international designers and boutiques will showcase their collections’ key seasonal styles, enhanced by the work of talented hairstylists, makeup artists, and models. Included in the lineup are the winners of DFW’s fourth Emerging Designers Challenge, MOSSD, and Valerian Projects.

“Denver Fashion Week, a driving force behind Colorado’s fashion industry, serves as the vibrant runway where local talent and innovation converge,” said Nikki Strickler, runway producer of DFW. “Through our two annual shows, we not only celebrate style but actively contribute … Read more!

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DFW Review National and International Designers

The carriages have turned back into pumpkins (or Ubers), but the visionary beauty of Denver Fashion Week lingers on, even a week and a half later..

Fashion Snippits from Ari Trillo
Photos by 303 Magazine’s Amanda Piela

The last two nights of DFW were nothing short of extraordinary. The National and International Designers runway show opened Saturday night with Maxwell Bresler showering us in vibrant futuristic space-pop looks (Mars – we ready!);

O’Field Apparel intensifying the tribal and modern-western flair with sophistication;

Overseer Production bringing in artsy, colorful street-wear;

Jasmine Lewis giving us sporty, dramatic shoulder pieces laid over edgy garments;

Read 303 Magazine’s wrap up

Four international designers from Mexico City also graced the McNichols Civic Center Building catwalk that night.

Amor & Rosas showcased modern designs and Mexican handmade embroidery;

Fábrica Social followed with a similar ethically sustainable vision, and the creative beauty of indigenous women artisans and neutralized minimalism;

To finish the jaw-dropping show, PAY’S covered the runway with knitwear love in playful and artistic fashion;

1.8 Takamura focused on gender-neutral garments with free-flowing forms. 

A show that could be relived over, the audience was left ebullient and excited. … Read more!