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FacebookThe Shows, which were voted Best Fashion Event in 2011 by Minnesota Monthly, are making a triumphant return showcasing Autumn/Winter 2012 collections from Emma Berg, KJurek by Kimberly Jurek with KR Designs and Amanda Christine. The Shows, produced by MNfashion, represent the best of the best in local fashion.
7:00 p.m. – KJurek by Kimberly Jurek and KR Designs
7:30 p.m. – Emma Berg
8:00 p.m. – Amanda Christine
Standing room only tickets: $10 (only 50 available). SOLD OUT
For tickets, visit tempotickets.com.
About KJurek by Kimberly Jurek: Each season, designer Kimberly Jurek, researches trends and locates the perfect textiles to create her line of unique clothing for women. The result is a clothing line that offers a sense of girly romanticism and a modern spark; creating pieces that are decidedly forward thinking, fresh and also give a nod to the past.
Voted top local designer in Metro Magazine’s 2010 Best of List as well as Mpls-St.Paul Magazine in 2007, Kimberly creates unique collections for her boutique clientele. Inspired by her travels and experience, she produces her clothing in Minneapolis with great attention to quality and originality. In addition, each piece is “locally and greenly” produced, and K.Jurek is dedicated to the support and promotion of fair trade labor. K.Jurek can be found in boutiques throughout the US as well as Canada. She thanks you for your support in independent companies, and is happy to celebrate her 6th year in business.
About KR Designs: KR Designs is a jewelry line made to be unique and make a statement. All pieces are a mix of new, vintage, exotic and unusual to create a modern look. This line trendy and bold yet timeless; feminine yet tough; it’s alluring, classic, diverse and a striking addition to any woman’s wardrobe. Designer Kristi Relopez, was inspired to create one of a kind statement necklaces that were hand made from recycling vintage brooches, earrings, buttons, and other vintage treasures. KR Designs is now sold nationwide with its signature look being LA rocker grunge with a twist: multi-chain necklaces and bold vintage elements. Over time the line has transformed into many collections, one of which consists of fine jewelry: diamonds, gold and precious stones. In addition to the unique necklaces, the collection also includes long earrings, rings and bracelets. The jewelry is stylish, on trend and makes a statement, yet easy to wear.
About Emma Berg: Emma’s collection, Que Sera Sera is a study of unexpected pairings. Colors are combined unexpectedly, fabrics are used throughout the collection in a surprising manner and silhouettes are prim and proper with a hint of contrariness.
With the art of Frank Gaard as the muse, and particular love for the swan and pony, the initial innocence of imagery and color palette are sweet. However, just as in the opening scene of Heathers with Que Sera Sera playing, something mischievous is implied.
Fabrics and textures used throughout the collection range from tweed and felted wools to fine silks, feathers and fringe. Hand finishing and detailing are used heavily throughout collection utilizing couture techniques.
This collection is geared towards the confident woman with a desire for creative expression. It is made up of ready to wear dresses and separates as well as one of a kind gowns.
Emma Berg has been showing collections since 2009. Emma’s first runway collection debuted in fall of 2009. In 2010 she was the finale designer for Minneapolis’s must attend fashion show, Voltage and showed a well received collection in spring of 2011 as part of the MNfashion Shows. She is a strong supporter of the arts through curating and as the founder of the Minneapolis arts calendar mplsart.com. Her collections are heavily inspired by contemporary art. In December of 2011, Berg was honored as one of the five most influential individuals in the Twin Cities in the last five years by Vita.MN weekly.
About Amanda Christine: The collection is inspired by the classical American beauty in a modern women’s lifestyle. Inspired by essential pieces every woman needs in her closet, the new line takes cues from the 1960′s and 70′s by incorporating paisley prints in purples and bordeaux into her dresses and blouses while conjoining them with bold strokes of black color blocking. Standout pieces include a purple paisley silk crepe jumpsuit cut with spaghetti straps and a wide leg, an impeccably tailored stretch crepe dress with 4 pedal cutouts in the back, a brown and bordeaux paisley silk wrap dress, and an Italian mohair knit cut into a cocoon shaped cardigan and dress. The crisp slim trousers, sharply fitted jackets and tailored dresses are incorporated into her elegant yet unusual cuts, sculptural structures and thoughtful draping to create new and strong-yet-feminine creations. Billowing sleeves and strategically placed cutouts help create the understated sexy wardrobe perfect for any woman on the go, or an everyday girl looking to add a little bit of classic edge to her style.