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God Save Vivienne Westwood!

The legacy of a fashion icon, rebel, and pioneer lives on as Factory Fashion pays tribute to the inimitable Vivienne Westwood with a Punk Rock Fashion Show! Mark your calendars for Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 3 PM and join us at Mutiny Comics & Coffee and EASEL Englewood Art Studio on South Broadway in Englewood for a celebration of the Queen of Punk.

Mutiny Exploited! Punk Lives On

Vivienne Westwood, the architect of punk fashion, challenged the establishment with bold designs and fearless attitude. Her vision shaped an era and continues to inspire designers across the globe. This tribute honors her legacy through the unrelenting creativity and rebellious spirit of local designers.

Mutiny Exploited

Event Details:

  • What: A Tribute to Vivienne Westwood Punk Rock Fashion Show
  • When: Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 3 PM
  • Where:
    • Mutiny Comics & Coffee (formerly Mutiny Information Cafe) – 3483 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113
    • EASEL Englewood Art Studio, Events & Lessons – 3485 S Broadway, Englewood, CO 80113
  • Admission: $10.00

Runway Revolution: Three Unique Shows

Get ready for an afternoon of bold designs and unapologetic fashion statements across three runways. This event is a feast for the eyes and a call to embrace individuality, … Read more!

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HAUS Solo Debut: A Bold and Transformative Showcase of Gender-Affirming Fashion

DENVER, CO – Fresh from a successful debut at New York Fashion Week, HAUS, the Black and queer-owned urban contemporary clothing brand, is bringing its groundbreaking Spring/Summer Collection to Denver. On Friday, December 27th, Creative Designer and HAUS founder Michael Sullivan will unveil “Then & NOW” at The Savoy (2700 Arapahoe St, Denver, CO 80205). Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show begins at 7:20 PM.

“Then & NOW” features Sullivan’s signature design aesthetic—an innovative blend of couture and streetwear silhouettes that embrace asymmetry and whimsical tailoring. This collection draws inspiration from transformative symbols like black butterflies, representing rebirth, hope, and resilience after hardship. It pays homage to pivotal cultural moments, from the Civil Rights era and the affluence of the Black Ivy League to the contributions of Black and Brown queer and trans individuals across history.

“For me, ‘Then & NOW’ is about examining what’s changed in fashion—and what hasn’t,” Sullivan explains. “It’s an invitation for all of us, especially BiPOC communities, to ask: Are we truly sharing spaces with BiPOC queer and trans individuals, who have been integral to these movements all along?”

Redefining Inclusivity in Fashion

HAUS isn’t just about bold designs—it’s about breaking barriers. … Read more!

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Celebrate Community and Creativity at the SK8ART Benefit Show in Denver

Denver’s creative spirit will shine bright this holiday season at the SK8ART Benefit Show, an all-ages celebration of skateboard art, fashion, and music with a heartfelt purpose. Set to take place on Sunday, December 22, 2024, from 2 PM to 6 PM at HQ (60 S. Broadway, Denver, CO), this free community event is more than just a showcase—it’s a tribute to the legacy of three beloved individuals who left an indelible mark on Denver’s music scene and service industry.

Honoring a Legacy with Purpose

The SK8ART Benefit Show honors Amanda Massey, Tommy Borrero, and Johnny Crow, whose influence extended far beyond their industries. The event will support their children, with all proceeds going toward empowering their futures through music, art, education, trade school, travel, sports, and more.

Event Highlights

  • Skateboard Art & Silent Auction
    Bid on unique, artist-designed skateboards and an array of donated items from local artists, venues, and retailers, including HQ, Oriental Theater, Levitt Pavilion, and more.
  • Live Music & Performances
    Groove to the beats of 3ADJ (Three Amigos Vinyl DJ) alongside special guest DJs, and catch a live performance by The Temper Tantrums, a family band featuring two of the beneficiaries.
  • Fashion
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Elyse Rainbolt Interview for Whiteout Fashion Show

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Elyse RainboltQ: When did you first know you wanted to be a fashion designer?

A:I’ve been sewing since I was 10. I’ve always wanted to wear something I couldn’t find so I usually end up making it.

Q:Where do you draw inspiration from?

I’m inspired by music, the 1960’s and my textile designs are specifically inspired by Peter Max, Chris Jagger and the Beatles yellow submarine.

Q:What has been the most rewarding and the most frustrating part of your journey thus far?

Elyse Rainbolt

A:Rewarding: dressing myself head to toe in my own designs that I patterned, cut, sew and paint myself.
frustrating:
Internet stuff. I hate email, website etc maintenance. Im an analog hands on person and I wish I had someone to handle the Internet stuff for me. I haven’t updated my website in a year and a half and answering emails is like pulling teeth. Please don’t make me do it.
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Q: We see a lot of leather, silk, and fur with your designs, what do you love about working with these fabrics?
A:They are natural materials and they last 40, 60, 80 plus years and can be remodeled into a new design and
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El Salon & Leon Design Interview For Whiteout Fashion Show

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Meet Steven Trujillo owner of El Salon and creator of Leon Designs. El Salon will provide hair styling  and Leon Design will be featured in the Whiteout fashion show at Denver Westword’s Artopia. This culture, art, and fashion event will be opening its doors TOMORROW at 7pm at City Hall Denver. If you’re still in need of last minute tickets, grab them here! And don’t forget to use promo code fahsiondenver for a discount!logo_El-Salon

Q:When did you first know you wanted to be a fashion designer?

A:I’m humbled by this question. There are so many fashion designers I admire who devote their lives to fashion design.

I have always been a designer from hair, to fashion, to jewelry, and even to my garden ever since I was young. I consider myself more of an artist who is passionate about design. My family made sure at a young age that I could and would do large scale design projects. No one said I couldn’t!Leon Design Logo

Q:Where do you draw inspiration from?

A:Wow! Everything, I would say. All my surroundings from textiles, to landscape, to food, but I’m most inspired by artists like Marilyn Minter at the Contemporary Museum, … Read more!