On The Streets @ Omaha Fashion Week

Before moving to Omaha, I had heard of Los Angeles Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week and Paris Fashion Week, but I had never heard of Omaha Fashion Week which is considered the nation's 5th largest fashion event in the Midwest, until I moved to Nebraska.

I had the opportunity to attend my first Omaha Fashion week event this past week (more like two weeks ago) and I gotta say, it was awesome! It was great to see the community come out and show support to upcoming artists and designers. 

The night was filled with a variety of themes; from Japanese-inspired kimonos by designer Kristen Van Hessche to a mythological folk-lore collection by Dan Richters, this avant-garde showcase was an experience to see.

Kristen Van Hessche
Inspired by a story of a fox that changes into a woman to seduce a man.

Lore by Dan Richters

Mythological, folk-lore, & fairy tales

When I think of the word avant-garde I think of Lady Gaga and her bold and flamboyant outfits, so intricately made that I wouldn't really know where I would wear these kinds of garments except maybe to a themed party or a red carpet event. The detail, texture, and the amount of time put on each piece had me at a "WOW" moment.

Get Plastered! Angela Balderston

Inspired by tribes of Africa  

Little Shell Designs by Michelle Kleineweber

A traditional Victorian-inspired collection 

The overall event was a success! It was great to see the creativity and imagination of each designer coming to life on the runway. Can't wait for the next OFW!

For more events or for the next Omaha Fashion Week, check out their website:

 http://omahafashionweek.com/

Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OmahaFashionWeek

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