Front Row Seat To Fashion
Not everyone is able to attend fashion week, but you still have access to high fashion and even sit front row. Here at Wear To Style we cant get enough of fashion events and the education that comes with them. We want you to go beyond the internet to learn about fashion and get first hand exposure to events that were created with specifically you in mind. Here are four chic functions that are open to the public where you can learn about, the latest trends, elevate your style, and find great one of a kind deals in your city.
RUNWAYS SHOWS ARE NOT JUST FOR BUYERS AND FASHION INFLUENCERS. YOU CAN ATTEND A RUNWAY SHOW AT YOUR LOCAL “BETTER” DEPARTMENT STORE.RUNWAYS SHOWS ARE NOT JUST FOR BUYERS AND FASHION INFLUENCERS. YOU CAN ATTEND A RUNWAY SHOW AT YOUR LOCAL “BETTER” DEPARTMENT STORE.
Runways Shows are not just for buyers and fashion influencers. You can attend a runway show at your local “better” department store. Attending a show at the mall is an easy way to stay up to date on the latest trends for yourself and your entire family. These monthly or at least seasonal events are well planned and professionally executed to highlight the retailer's key seasonal looks for all departments and showcase new or on-trend brands in an entertaining way. The best part of department store runway shows is that whatever captures your eye is available for purchase right away.
Stylist Recommendation: Have fun and fully immerse yourself in the show. Take a seat in the front row, critique the looks, and clap loudly during the finale and then write a review on your social media and poof you just became a fashion influencer. Don't forget to tag #modelcitizenscreative.com
Grand Openings are popular gatherings to learn about the company, design aesthetic, and create a memorable shopping experience. At a new store opening, the goal is to create brand awareness by announcing the retailer to the community in a way that is unique to the brand and location. So expect to see one of a kind store designs, and specialty, merchandising along with exclusive product line. Plenty of sales personnel is there to assist you and make recommendations. And you should expect to receive giveaways and gift bags.
Stylist Recommendation: Show up early, door prizes and gift cards are handed out to a select number of customers in line. Preview merchandise styles on the website before the event, so you can make a b line for the items you want, especially if items are in campaign ads, those pieces tend to go first.
Sample Sales are the end of season sales that retailers and brands use to push excess merchandise, sometimes held in an offsite location like a warehouse or pop up store. Sample Sales are a gold mine for finding designer exclusives and style must-haves that are still in season for a bargain of up to 75% off retail price.
Stylist Recommendation: These tips will help you avoid buyers remorse as most sample sale purchases are Final Sale. Get to the location early to avoid the crowds and have the first pick of the selection. Or… get there very very late, like the last day of the event to take advantage of the even further discounted merchandise. Most sample sales do not have fitting rooms or may have long lines so wear leggings and a tee, or anything that you can easily try on clothes over. Lastly, Take a buddy there are so many great deals and fashions to shop, you will need someone to help decide on what are must-haves for you and what can be left for the next fashionista.
Trunk Shows are small and sometimes semi-exclusive events, where brands or retailers can showcase their latest collection directly to customers usually in a retail setting. Trunk shows also give customers the opportunity to meet designers or company representatives and preview and purchase merchandise before available to the public. Guests can expect to learn about design inspirations see how to wear items through runway shows and demonstrations moderated by a designer or stylist.
Stylist Recommendation: RSVP early. Most events are smaller than 75 people, and invites are sent to loyal customers of the brand and preferred store customers first, so spots fill up quickly. Come with your style questions and know your wardrobe needs, this could be your chance to ask the designer what pieces from their line they recommend for you, and they will probably be very happy to style you too.
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