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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!

Arts & Entertainment, Denver Fashion Week, Fashion Events around town

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!