BPR at Fashion in Detroit - Continued

Photo: Brit Moore

The two day event, held October 1st and 2nd at the zoo just outside of Detroit, was a series of 12 runway shows followed by an after party to be remembered. Although Detroit has other fashion-oriented events, this one was step in a more industry standard direction. The Fashion In Detroit team, (FID) “went to great lengths to make the venue as much like Bryant Park as possible, down to the dimensions of the tent,” Joe shares with us. “We want you to feel like you’re in New York.” Although nothing replaces New York, we were incredibly surprised with the quality of the event.

Photo from Betsey Johnson's Collection: Warner/WireImage

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The line-up included Betsey Johnson, Carhartt (headquartered in metro Detroit), Kevan Hall, Peter Soronen with local designers, Femilia Couture (Emily Thornhill & Fotoula Lambros), Dana Keaton, Marlaina Stone and a student show. Project Runway’s very own Kevin Christiana showed his MYNT 1792. Joe Faris sent multiple collections down the runway including Schott NYC, Made In Detroit and North Beach Leather.

Kevin Christiana's Mynt 1792 Photo: Warner/WireImage

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The looks we saw from both PR alums were the utmost in fit and quality. We loved Kevin’s naughty nautical theme and want to rock every one of his easy chic blazers. What Joe Faris can do with leather is just amazing.

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Schott NYC is such an iconic brand, having put the leather jacket on the Ramones and James Dean, Joe has kept that same kind of cool while modernizing it with new colors and cuts for both men and women.

Check back for the video interview with these two rowdy men from the red carpet later on this week. You’ll hear all about their inspiration for the lines plus their personal thoughts on the Fashion In Detroit the event.

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Joe Faris deserves a standing ovation for seeing this idea through to the end. It was an energizing shot in the life vein of the Detroit fashion community and has succeeded in revving up the dialogue on new potential industries. Check out these links for slideshows of the collections. Keep up to date on these Project Runway contestants’ most recent works!

Oh! Before we go, we must mention the Detroit Fly House performance at the after party. Who doesn’t love white unitard clad dancers dangling from the ceiling on strips of fabric?

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