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03/05/2024

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Fashion District NW & the Seattle International Film Festival (SIFF) have partnered for the screening of a fashion documentary HIGH & LOW - John Galliano at the Pacific Place AMC Theater and FASHION AFTERPARTY at the Hotel Theodore post screening.

The screening will be at the AMC theater at 6:30 pm at Pacific Place Seattle (600 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101). Tickets to the screening will need to be purchased at the SIFF website cost $17.59, see link in bio for more information and tickets.

The Fashion Afterparty is FREE to attend, will be 8:30-10:30pm across the street from where the screening is at the Hotel Theodore (1531 7th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101).

There will be a Step & Repeat and a photographer taking photos at the Afterparty at the Hotel Theodore after the screening, so come dressed for the RED-CARPET and watch the film in style. Let's show the city of Seattle that fashion is thriving.

31/07/2023

In Part 1 of our series adequately titled "Apocalypse Now" we focus on Creativity and look into the critical role Artificial Intelligence is playing by reshaping our societal and interpersonal underpinnings as well as our fundamental definitions of consciousness and reality.

Additionally, we'll look at some of the tools allowing creators to fashion their imaginations into literal and graphical reality.

From artist Von Wolfe to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, we’ll discover the basics of LLMs and Diffusion Models and what this means for the future of Art in general.

We also turn our lens toward the fashion industry and deconstruct how A.I. is currently being accessed and utilized—even by some of you, dear readers—to both fabulous and terrifying effect.

This is a pretty wild topic. And whilst the topic itself has matured, the technology has only just begun to showcase its potential.

Join us as we deep-dive into the wild world of Artificial Intelligence and learn how the world of fashion will never be the same. Live on our website. Link in bio.

Images from our Summer 2023 Issue, available now in print and digital editions.

25/07/2023

The team at .style.series have formally announced a rebrand, removing "Seattle" from their name, but maintaining their local focus with an international scope. According to their recent post:

"Even though we are still in our growing phase, we are envisioning The Style Series to become a space for the next generation of fashion—accessible to anyone who loves it and wants to be a part of it, which is different than Vogue and other fashion media platforms that only focus on infamous designers and the same circle of celebrities (no shade intended, we love these publications). The truth is, there is a need for more exposure in the fashion industry, not only in Seattle, but around the world. And we want this platform to be a space for talent to be seen, noticed, and applauded—and, more importantly, a space for new voices to be heard. We plan to deliver this in the most authentic, real way that we can."

Hosts & launched Seattle Style Series in 2022 and have grown their audience considerably.

In addition, The Style Series have partnered with editor-in-chief Chele Sellman to expand the scope of new media coverage for both publications. Chele is the founder of several startups including the newly announced Seattle Fashion Council, and while details remain scarce, the future remains bright for fashion in the Northwest.

We look forward to hearing good news of their fruitful partnership in the seasons to come.

24/07/2023

Minimal. Utilitarian. Refined. Elevated. See Seattle's current menswear take on the summer season in our Summer 2023 Issue, available now.

Images of self-styled and photographed by A.M.

18/07/2023

Have you ever imagined what a Luly Yang SS24 haute couture collection would look like? Or have you ever imagined a fashion editorial with Lisa Marie Couture photographed in the style of Richard Avedon? Well, there's an app for that. Several in fact. And with them, a host of questions about the coming AI revolution that has already impacted the fashion world, for better and worse.

In our Summer 2023 Issue, fashion editor A.M. has a look at Artificial Intelligence, from large language models to hallucinatory states, and approaches the question of creativity from first principles. Is AI merely a parlor trick to be used and easily discarded? Will it render human creativity entirely obsolete? What are the ethical ramifications of employing copyrighted work in data sets? How can one compete when corporations monopolize the underlying technologies?

More importantly, what does AI mean for our local fashion community? Can AI predict the future by examining the past? Should we use AI to supplement our creative process? Many questions. And hopefully many more fruitful discussions.

Read all about the intersection of Fashion + Artificial Intelligence in our Summer 2023 Issue, available now in print & digital editions.

Images created in Midjourney using the stated prompts. How well would you rate its performance? Did AI crack the code for Northwest fashion?

17/07/2023

This season marks our first back since last fall. And what a season it has been. From "Barbieheimer" to AI endgame to the wide world of Northwest runway events, editor A.M. goes over the basics to keep you delightfully informed.

Read our Summer 2023 Editor's Letter in print and on our website:

https://seattlefashioncollective.com/fashion-latest/2023/7/13/editors-letter-summer-2023-issue

16/07/2023

For our latest streetwear editorial, we chose one of the Northwest's favorite staples, creating several looks from one ensemble. Elegant. Durable. Luxurious. With selections provided by Nido handpicked from Italy and Brazil:

seattlefashioncollective.com/fashion-latest/2023/7/14/denim-days-summer-2023-issue

14/07/2023

"I don't want to hear about war all the time. But I have to because it's part of my world," Parker, now 18, reflects. "I would say we as humans have a lot of potential. We definitely do, because with this new generation, I think we're open-minded and can make a bigger change. I think we have more hope, too." Read more of Parker's inspiring story in our Summer 2023 Issue, available now:

https://seattlefashioncollective.com/summer-2023-issue

13/07/2023

"Joy Egbejimba was a friend to Seattle Fashion Collective. More importantly, she was a visionary leader in every sense of the word. And on a personal note, she was my friend and mentor offering advice when I was too young and foolish to know any better...And while she is deeply missed, she will forever be celebrated for the great light she brought into our world."

SFC founder and editor A.M. remembers the many times Joy brought her irrepressible light into our lives, sharing past memories and lessons learned along the way. Please take a moment to remember Joy's kindness as well as her clear impact within our local and international fashion communities. Feel invited to view our Celebration of Life. And send love and kindness to her family during this difficult time.

https://seattlefashioncollective.com/fashion-latest/2023/7/13/joy-egbejimba-a-celebration-of-life

12/07/2023

Summer 2023 Issue☀️

Northwest stories. Northwest fashion. Made with 💕 in the Pacific Northwest.

Did we mention Northwest?

Fashion editorials. Designer interviews. Celebration of life. 140 pages of summertime goodness that's literally history in the making.

And right now, our print partners at Magcloud are offering a flash sale on ALL publications. Save 20% on our entire print catalogue including our latest Summer 2023 Issue now through July 14th. Link in bio.

Not another fashion magazine. This is Seattle's Book of Fashion. And together, we're making history.

11/07/2023

“I consider Seattle now my home. I’ve met incredible people—models, designers, makeup artists, photographers—and I've been looking forward to every opportunity to work with them. It's wonderful to see that there's so many people supporting each other. I can see that everybody's tagging each other on social media. I’m like, 'Oh my God, they’re really working as a team!' They don't even know each other. But that's so cool. People in Seattle just like supporting other people's work."

For the next installment in our Spotlight series, former Tijuana-based fashion designer Iván Delfín opens up about his life and career, from his early days as an intern and working for Benito Santos, to owning a studio in Tijuana and then San Diego, to the impact that The Pause had and is still having within our community, to why Seattle is an incredible city for fashion, and much more. Seattle Fashion Collective's Summer 2023 Issue, available now:

https://seattlefashioncollective.com/summer-2023-issue

10/07/2023

In 2017, launched what quickly became the Puget Sound region’s most important fashion event for local and emerging talent. And six years later, the same rings true. Couture & Cars has been to Seattle’s fashion runways what the little black dress has been to our personal wardrobes—elegant and essential. And now, it's less than 2 weeks away. From their press release:

“We are excited to announce the 2023 Couture & Cars Fashion Show at LeMay–America’s Car Museum on Saturday, July 22nd from 6:00pm-11:00pm. We will be showcasing couture designers from the northwest region. We have merged our love of fashion and cars to bring you this unique fashion show experience.”

Details:

Saturday, July 22nd from 6:00-11:00 pm

Featuring:

Tickets are available via the Couture & Cars website. For more information on what to expect, read our full recap of the 2022 Couture & Cars event, link in bio.

09/07/2023

"It was easy not to care where your garment was made—or under what conditions—when everyone from Macy’s to Zara fed you beautiful campaign images of happy and wealthy Americans buying more with less. But as with so many truths, what is seen can never be unseen. What’s left, then, in the wreckage of our lost innocence, stands as a rallying cry desperately pleading with us to do better."

Op-ed from A.M. coming in hot.

Much has been said on the topic of sustainability in fashion. But as with so many things, it's worth our continued investigations into how we can make better decisions that positively impact our future.

Read more about how local businesses are committing to sustainable practices in our editorial "Second Skin: A More Sustainable Summer" on our website:

https://seattlefashioncollective.com/fashion-latest/2023/7/8/second-skin-summer-sustainability

07/07/2023

BRAVO STYLE.

Saw it. Want it. Fantastic formalwear look from featuring their signature patchwork and DIY style. Formal, loosely tailored, and well suited for everyday wear. The anticipation is palpable and thrilling tbh✨

Image courtesy Guillermo Bravo.

29/06/2023

Seattle Fashion Collective Summer '23 Issue. Get yours 7.3.23 only on our website. Link in bio.

18/10/2022

In the latest edition of we interview fashion designer and optician and follow their journey throughout the pandemic. Their current label has specialized in dark fashion and evening wear since its inception in 2017. However, as a result of the pandemic and unforeseen developments, the line has been placed on hold. In its stead, we’ve witnessed the reemergence of a creative artist and skilled technician whose personal victories rival their professional ones.

Born in Seattle, Hollis spent most of their developing years in a small town in Eastern Washington. From backyard battles against imaginary dragons to high school victories in honors classes, there was little Hollis couldn’t overcome.

But an understated, nebulous feeling emerged, hampering each new development and marring victories with an anxiety that brought forward momentum to a crashing halt. Despite encouragement from friends and family, as well as the fashion community at large, nothing, it seemed, could quell the voice of doubt that gnawed at their peace like a splinter in the mind. Until one day, when the damming of emotion could bear no further restraint, Hollis finally uttered the words they had waited decades to say aloud.

Read our interview with on our website, link in bio. And purchase your copy of our in which we dive further into Hollis’ story as well as discover more local independent fashion.

29/08/2022

Last month, produced the 2022 fashion show at LeMay in Tacoma during one of the hottest months on record—and we're not simply addressing the weather. Writer shares her experience.

"Elegance. Luxury. Innovation. Design. Did you picture a clothing line or a Cadillac? On the surface, apparel and automobiles seem to have little in common. Hemlines and headlights don’t mix. Blouses and brakes live in different worlds. But the stark dichotomy begins to blur when what fashionistas love about fashion is juxtaposed with what car fanatics love about cars."

Read her full write up on our website, link in bio. And visit these stunning designers in support of local fashion.

22/08/2022

In the Editor's Letter from our Summer '22 Issue, we dive into the landscape of both national and international headlines and examine how our local independent fashion industry fits into the larger narrative.

"This season marks a significant shift, both in the fashion industry at large and for Seattle Fashion Collective at home. There’s something undeniable in the air. While the media landscape reminds us of our constant state-of-emergency, the flipped-side of the coin tells of a planet poised to begin an era of increased abundance where the quality of life for everyone will benefit from innovations in energy, tech, production, logistics, automation, and in terms of fashion, the promise of a truly sustainable era. Is this the inevitable arch of history or a hyper-capitalist-fever-dream?"

"Our Summer ’22 Issue focuses on identity, both personal and professional, within the greater fashion landscape. We ask difficult questions and seek meaningful actions. How does fashion connect with our region’s continued health and wellbeing? What visions currently captivate us and inspire growth and purpose? How do we communicate our intrinsic value and identity to a world so often at odds with itself? And more personally, how can we best serve our community with timely and relevant coverage?"

"The proof is in the issue, from Walace Style, Sskein, Paychi Guh, Molly Ray Parfums, Hollis Hamilton, and many others. All of whom faced incredible odds and have come through the other side with a dignity and grace befitting an Olympic medalist. And all of whom collectively add to the rich beauty and independent spirit of our now thriving industry."

Read the entire Editor's Letter on our website, link in bio. And get your Digital Edition on sale now on our website, or in print via our print-on-demand partners.

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Seattle Fashion Collective Summer '23 Issue. Get yours 7.3.23 only on our website. Link in bio.

This Saturday marks the return of @fashiondistrictnw #CoutureAndCars at @lemayacm in Tacoma. Featuring 8 designers showcasing their latest collections on the largest runway of the summer. Tickets available via FDNW website, link in their bio. Video courtesy #FashionDistrictNW

Guillermo Bravo are back with a passion, having announced the FSI-1 as the third #sneaker in their refreshing and innovative product lineup to move into production. Founder #LuisVelez partnered with #GuillermoBravo Head of Footwear Design, Shu Jones, to imagine the future of #footwear as genderless, intimate, sustainable and modular, aligned with contemporary footwear innovators like Matthew Williams, Peterson Stoop, and newcomers ACBC. The resulting collaboration is a stylish sneaker-boot-hybrid capable of responding to whatever the PNW can throw at it. The FSI-1 is currently on Kickstarter with less than 36 hours remaining. As of this writing, 78 backers have helped Guillermo Bravo raise over $53,000 of their $65,000 Kickstarter goal. Tap the link in bio for more info on the FSI-1 and links to the Kickstarter campaign. As time is short, GB have stated that the best way to help now is to share with others. Follow @guillermo_bravo_ for the latest updates on the FSI-1 campaign and for opportunities to engage with both the product and the incredible people behind it.

SCHAI & Friends are hosting their annual sale with rare finds and even rarer deals this weekend only. Level up to the changing season in style with elegant ensembles and cozy separates whilst supporting sustainable local businesses with exceptional fashion taste. Don't miss out. Details below✨ #Repost @schaibyschai ・・・ Dear Seattle: Don’t miss it! Designer & Stylist Sample & Style Closet Sale! Hosted by @sukie_wookie & @kimbrooksstyle — Sat/Sun Sept 11-12, 10am-5pm @vermillionseattle. See you there! . #samplesale #closetsale #stylesale #seattleevent #thisweekendonly #dontmissit #dearseattle

It's here 💚 Seattle Fashion Collective's Summer 2021 Issue packed with over 130+ pages of local fashion, interviews with designers and entrepreneurs, and exclusive editorials you won't find anywhere else, presented ad-free. Discover how Nuciano rose above devastation in the wake of Nigeria's EndSARS demonstrations. Learn how Fashion District NW pivoted during lockdowns to present their first digital runway. Experience Jersey Virago's latest couture collection that explores themes of empowerment and overcoming chaos. See Julie Danforth's current collection presenting a vision of golden age Hollywood inspired nightlife. Discover Le'Ecia Farmer's diaspora inspired collection celebrating the heritage of Black excellence. And so much more. Both print and digital editions provide an easy, comfortable, and luxurious reading experience. The print edition features large, heavy weight, perfectly bound 8.5" x 11" pages rendered beautifully in full color. The digital edition is optimized for tablets and is presented in high-DPI and wide-gamut Adobe RGB for crisp text and sharp details even while zoomed in. This is not another magazine. It's Seattle's Book of Fashion. Discover the story of Northwest fashion like you've never seen it before. Available now. Link in bio.