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Autumn is officially upon us — and so is a cornucopia of events celebrating fall fashion this month. Colorado Fashion Week begins today, with a full wardrobe of events; the Colorado Photographic Arts Center will take over the McNichols Building tomorrow, and that’s just the start of the stylish fun. Keep reading for our ten best fashion events for October.
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10) Colorado Fashion Week
Wednesday, October 1 through Tuesday, October 7
Various locations
With a vision of building Colorado’s international fashion industry, Governor John Hickenlooper has declared October 1 through October 7 Colorado Fashion Week (CFW) — and there will be many events running through the week. On Friday, October 3, CFW will present the Artistry Hair and Makeup Show at the CSU – Denver Center Event Atrium. On Saturday, October 4, CFW will present the collections of emerging designers at the Four Seasons in downtown Denver. And wrapping up CFW on Tuesday, October 7, will be a final fashion show, Chastity Couture, at Lannie’s Clocktower Cabaret. Admission to events ranges from $22 to $103 for the complete I Love CFW package. To see a schedule and purchase tickets, go to Eventbrite.com.
9) CPAC Gala Fashion Show
7:30-10 p.m.Thursday, October 2
McNichols Building
144 West Colfax Avenue
Colorado Photographic Arts Center will host an evening of entertainment featuring a fashion show by El Salon, Goldyn and Jose Duran, with a media extravaganza by Mario Zoots and Jeromie Dorrance. There will also be an Anthony Camera photo booth, live music by Haldon Wofford and Oscar del Barrio, and a private exhibition tour with fashion/culture exhibition curator and host Natascha Seideneck — and food and cocktails, of course. Tickets range from $25 to $125; to purchase yours go to CPACPhoto.org.
8) CPAC Fashion/Culture Showcase
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday through December 21
McNichols Building
When the CPAC party ends on October 2, the organization will be leaving quite a party favor at the McNichols Building: The CPAC Fashion/Culture Showcase will feature contemporary, Colorado-based artists who use photography to explore the intersection between art, fashion, beauty and culture. The freeshow will be open weekends and by appointment; call 720-865-4303 or e-mail Peter.Dearth@denvergov.org.
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7) Neiman Marcus Christian Louboutin Trunk Show
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, October 2
Neiman Marcus – Cherry Creek
3030 East First Avenue
Who doesn’t covet the infamous red-soul and sky-high stilettos? The Christian Louboutin trunk show at Neiman Marcus is the perfect opportunity to see — and snag – the new fall trends.
6) Running Stitch Industries Grand Opening/Open House
1-6 p.m. Saturday, October 4
1000 East 73rd Avenue, #13
Check out Denver’s newest production facility for independent designers and small apparel companies at the grand opening of Running Stitch Industries. The company offers both product development and small-run production services.
5) October Red Drinks
5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, October 7
Adrift
218 South Broadway
Held the first Tuesday of each month, Red Drinks is a networking event designed to encourage growth, creativity and professionalism in the fashion/design community.
4) Neiman Marcus – Jan Barboglio
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, October 11
Neiman Marcus – Cherry Creek
Jan Barboglio will be at Neiman Marcus-Cherry Creek from 12:30 to 5 p.m. to discuss her hand-finished, multi-media home furnishings inspired by the romance of Old Mexico.
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3) Neiman Marcus – Eileen Fisher Presentation
11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, October 18
Sport Shop, Level Two
Neiman Marcus — Cherry Creek
Join the legion of Eileen Fisher fans for a casual, fun fashion presentation of the fall line. There will be cocktails, light bites and all things Eileen Fisher for you to purchase. at two presentations; no reservations required.
2) Couture for Confidence
6-9:30 p.m. Saturday, October 18
Fashion Design Center of Denver
3301 Lawrence Street, Suite 3
Hosted by Fashion Design Center Denver, this great event will feature couture re-designs of Bella Boutique prom gowns — with the help of some of Denver’s best fashion designers. Bella Boutique is a non-profit dedicated to providing free prom gowns and accessories for low-income teens; all proceeds from the night will benefit the organization. Tickets are $35; purchase them at Eventbrite.com
1) Fall Fashion Market
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, October 26
Space Gallery
400 Santa Fe Drive
Fashion Denver and Nue Magazine will host a fall fashion market featuring the work of local designers and four fashion shows. Want to be a part of it? Fill out an application at Fashion Denver.com.
